Chronic kidney disease (CKD) prevalence has an increased rate worldwide due to increased prevalence of diabetes mellitus and hypertension as the leading causes of CKD, increasing life expectancy, and aging of the populations. On the other hand, acute kidney injury requires renal replacement therapy in certain circumstances.<unk>  is an intervention aiming to substitutes for solutes and removing extra fluids to help or substitute the failing kidneys. It is considered as a renal replacement therapy method which is indicated in certain condition depending on severity and chronicity of the underlying condition. In acute setting, refractory increased electrolytes and fluid overload are the most common indications for<unk> . eGFR is the determining factor to initiate<unk>  in chronic kidney disease however, uremic symptoms, presence of comorbidities, and nutritional status are important factors influencing nephrologist's judgement to consider early versus late<unk> . In 2010, it is estimated that 2.3-7.1 million patients died of end stage renal disease (ESRD) without having access to<unk> . In 2010, 2.62 million people received<unk>  worldwide and the need for<unk>  was projected to double by 2030. Timely initiating<unk>  could save lives, prevent complications, and decrease comorbidities. Patients should be educated about the process and goals of this method of treatment.
Dialysis
Peritoneal dialysis
Iridodialysis
Hemodialysis
Hemofiltration
Liver dialysis
Glucose-insulin-potassium infusion
Artificial extracorporeal liver support