7/9/2019 - Fluid Overload - Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention

Target weight, often referred to as dry weight, has always been challenging for healthcare professionals to measure. This is due to the fluctuation in a hemodialysis patients weight as it changes from treatment to treatment. Fluid overload will increase the risk of complications. During dialysis, too much fluid removal can cause cramps, low blood pressure, and create other problems. Dr. Daniel W. Coyne, a nephrologist, explains why. Listen and learn about fluid management, and the diagnostic tools and strategies healthcare professionals use to hit the right target.