Assisted peritoneal dialysis as an alternative for the patient with a hypersensitivity reaction to dialyser system components

In patients suffering from end-stage kidney disease, the vast majority of renal replacement therapy is performed using haemodialysis. Peritoneal dialysis is less frequently chosen because, particularly in older patients, it is associated with challenges related to fluid exchange. An alternative approach might be assisted peritoneal dialysis, wherein trained relatives perform fluid exchange. The objective was to present a case report of a patient diagnosed with hypersensitivity to dialysis membranes, which necessitated a transition to an alternative method of renal replacement therapy. Assisted peritoneal dialysis emerges as a promising option, particularly among elderly patients burdened with multiple comorbidities and frailty syndrome, offering the potential for improved quality of life.