In our pursuit of better patient outcomes, NKF has introduced another form of dialysis called haemodiafiltration (HDF) at our dialysis centres in Bedok and Serangoon in March 2019. For a start, only two HDF machines are being placed at these two centres. HDF, a process similar to haemodialysis (HD), removes small and bigger-sized toxins by drawing out large quantities of fluid from the blood and replacing it with clean fluid generated by the HDF machine. Recent studies have shown that HDF can reduce cardiovascular (heart disease) mortality, has better stability of blood pressure during dialysis and reduces some of the long-term complications due to dialysis. Offering different forms of dialysis is one of our initiatives to enhance our delivery of care. It also enables us to better meet and support the diverse needs of our patients.
