Infected dialysis catheter

What does "Infected dialysis catheter" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

An "infected dialysis catheter" refers to a situation where a tube used in kidney dialysis treatment becomes contaminated with bacteria or other germs. Kidney dialysis is a process that helps clean the blood in people whose kidneys can't do the job properly. The tube, or catheter, is inserted into a large vein and is a critical part of this treatment. If this tube becomes infected, it can cause serious health problems.

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