Angola: Over 5 000 People Undergo Hemodialysis in Angola

Luanda — The chairman of the Nephrology College of the Angolan Medical Association, Jose Malanda said on Wednesday that more than 5000 people are currently undergoing hemodialysis in various health units across the country.

Hemodialysis is a vital procedure that replaces the function of the kidneys, filtering waste, excess salt and fluids from the blood in patients with acute or chronic renal failure.

Speaking to ANGOP, on the occasion of World Kidney Day, which is celebrated on March 12, the…