Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
Prof (Dr) Debabrata Mukherjee | Best Nephrologist in Gurugram
Senior Director – Nephrology & Renal Transplant, Medanta – The Medicity
Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion: 2026 Guide
Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a home-based kidney treatment preferred by patients in Gurugram and Delhi-NCR for its flexibility. It uses the body’s natural peritoneal membrane to filter waste.
Under the expertise of Prof (Dr) Debabrata Mukherjee at Medanta Sector 38, PD catheter insertion is performed with high precision, allowing patients with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) to manage their health effectively from home.
Standard Peritoneal Dialysis Cycle
Overview of Procedure
A flexible dialysis catheter is placed into the abdominal cavity. At Medanta Medicity, this is typically done under local anesthesia in a sterile surgical environment to facilitate seamless dialysis access.
Preoperative Preparation
- Comprehensive evaluation for PD eligibility.
- Review of abdominal health and prior surgeries.
- Use of local anesthesia and prophylactic antibiotics.
Surgical Catheter Placement
- Sterile Environment: Performed in the Medanta operating room under strict protocols.
- Incision: A small incision is made in the lower abdomen.
- Placement: Catheter is inserted into the peritoneal cavity with a secure cuff.
- Tunneling: The external part is tunneled subcutaneously for easy dialysis access.
Care and Recovery
- Monitor for infection, bleeding, or flow issues.
- Strict site care to prevent Peritonitis.
- Avoid heavy lifting for 2–3 weeks post-surgery.
- Dialysis typically begins 2 weeks after insertion.
Common Complications
- Peritonitis: Symptoms include fever, pain, and cloudy fluid.
- Misplacement: May require surgical correction.
- Hernia: Risk increases due to abdominal wall stress.
Advantages of Peritoneal Dialysis
Prof (Dr) D Mukherjee is an alumnus of the prestigious Armed Forces Medical College, Pune where he did his MBBS & MD (Medicine). Subsequently he went on to do his DM (Nephrology) from PGIMER Chandigarh, which is the foremost training institution for nephrology in India.