Renal failure

Symptoms and causes

The kidneys consist of a large number of microscopically small filters that purify your blood. They remove waste products and water from your blood, which are removed through your urine.

Acute renal failure: the kidney function deteriorates suddenly.
Chronic renal failure: the kidney function becomes progressively worse, the symptoms persist for a longer period of time, and the structure and function of your kidney are affected permanently.

Treatment centres and specialisations

Nephrology

Kidney disorders, renal insufficiency, dialysis, holiday dialysis

Latest publication date: 15/05/2024
Supervising author: Dr De Vleeschouwer Mieke