This page provides you with information about how to care for your Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) catheter following insertion.
A PD catheter is a tube that is inserted into your abdomen to allow for peritoneal dialysis.
After the PD catheter has been inserted it should be cared for as advised by the PD team. This will help to reduce the risk of infection or displacement. It will also provide a smooth start to PD.
You will be given detailed instructions for long term care by the PD nurse looking after you.