The peritoneal dialysis catheter is composed of a flexible silicone tube with an open-end port and several side holes to provide optimal drainage and absorption of the dialysate. The extraperitoneal component of the catheter has either one or two Dacron cuffs. The Dacron cuffs are for optimal ingrowth and fixation.
In simple terms, alcohol ' thins your blood' and helps prevent the build up of clots and bad LDL cholesterol in your arteries. Alcohol favourably alters the balance of fats or lipids in the blood, by stimulating the liver to produce the âgoodâ high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL).
So, the short-term effect of consuming alcohol can be an increase in blood sugar levels. But a longer-term effect might be a drop in blood sugar. 1  Always check your blood sugar before you have a drink so you can manage your blood sugar in a proactive manner.  Know how many carbohydrates are in one drink.