Interventional Nephrology

Interventional nephrology at Mar Sleeva Medicity Palai in Kottayam, Kerala provides a comprehensive range of diagnostic and dialysis access procedures in house, with procedures performed under ultrasound guidance for accuracy and safety.

From renal biopsy to the placement of tunnelled, temporary, and peritoneal dialysis catheters, our team provides the procedures required to diagnose kidney disease and establish reliable dialysis access. We also create and maintain vascular access in close coordination with our vascular surgeons, helping ensure that dialysis patients have dependable access for ongoing treatment.

Interventional nephrology procedures we offer

USG-Guided Renal Biopsy
A small sample of kidney tissue is taken under ultrasound guidance to diagnose the exact cause of kidney disease and guide the right treatment.
Tunnelled (Permanent) Dialysis Catheter Insertion
Placement of a long term dialysis catheter for patients who need reliable, lasting vascular access for haemodialysis.
Non-Tunnelled (Temporary) Dialysis Catheter Insertion
Placement of a short term catheter for patients who need urgent or short duration dialysis.
PD Catheter Insertion and Follow-up
Percutaneous placement of a peritoneal dialysis catheter, with ongoing follow up to keep home based dialysis running smoothly.

Frequently asked Questions

The department works with vascular surgeons for AV fistula creation, fistulogram, and percutaneous interventions, ensuring dialysis patients have durable, well maintained access.

A peritoneal dialysis catheter is placed into the abdomen to allow home based dialysis, and is inserted percutaneously with regular follow up to keep it working well.

A catheter provides the vascular access needed for haemodialysis. A temporary catheter is used for urgent or short term dialysis, while a tunnelled catheter is placed for long term use.

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