The result is a fast and irregular heart rhythm. The heart rate in atrial fibrillation may range from 100 to 175 beats a minute. The normal range for a heart rate is 60 to 100 beats a minute. Abnormalities or damage to the heart's structure are the most common cause of atrial fibrillation.
(Beyond the Basics).) Dialysis is typically needed when approximately 90 percent or more of kidney function is lost. Kidney function can be lost rapidly (acute renal failure or acute kidney injury) or over months or years (chronic kidney disease).
People who suffer from end stage renal disease must receive dialysis on a routine basis to replace the function of their nonworking kidneys. A dialysis machine is a delivery system for the fluids and artificial kidney that helps to cleanse the patientâs blood and remove excess fluid from their body. These machines are intended for use by trained personnel only.