This machine is called a cycler. While the patient is sleeping, the machine automatically cleans and exchanges the fluids and wastes of the body. The third type of peritoneal dialysis is nocturnal intermittent peritoneal dialysis. Like the CCPD, this kind of dialysis is machine-aided. During NIPD, six or more exchanges in which the machine fills and drains the dialysate bag automatically take place during the night while the patient is sleeping.
Dialysis is the most efficient treatment for kidney disease, especially end-stage renal disease.
Not only does the treatment reduce the symptoms of the disease, but it actually performs the functions of the patient s failed kidneys. This fact helps patients with kidney disease fight against that disease and other illnesses, which require other medications and treatments. The body will not fight against these medications and is able to filter out the previous dosages, so that the body does not become intoxicated with the treatments.