9:06:45 AM | 10/12/2025
On October 11, Vantive, formerly the Baxter Kidney Care segment, announced its official launch in Vietnam as a new standalone vital therapy company. Building on 70 years of legacy in dialysis and organ support therapies, Vantive remains focused with a clear mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients with kidney disease as well as healthcare professionals.
As a standalone company in Vietnam, Vantive can concentrate solely on vital organ therapies, including kidney care. This sharpened structure strengthens the company’s commitment and enables more targeted investment and innovation, ultimately bringing more advanced, specialized solutions to patients and healthcare professionals in Vietnam.
Ms. Tran Thuy Duong, Country Head of Vantive Vietnam at the official launch event of Vantive Vietnam Healthcare on October 11 – Photo: Vantive
Ms. Tran Thuy Duong – Country Head of Vantive Vietnam, stated at the official launch event of Vantive Vietnam Healthcare, held on October 11 with the participation of leading medical experts, that Vantive is tackling kidney disease on multiple fronts: providing advanced treatment options, investing in innovation and digital solutions for better management, supporting healthcare professionals (HCP) training programs through partnerships, and bringing global expertise to support Vietnam’s healthcare.
Kidney disease: A pressing health challenge in Vietnam
Kidney disease remains a heavy burden on the people and the healthcare system. Around 10 million Vietnamese adults—that’s nearly 10% of the population—are living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), yet many are diagnosed only at advanced stages and only 5% of end-stage have acess to timely treatment.
Acute kidney injury (AKI) further compounds the challenge. Critically ill patients in intensive care units (ICU) often develop AKI as a complication of sepsis, trauma, or surgery. For critically ill patients, acute kidney injury (AKI) adds another layer of complexity, with more than 40% of ICU patients needing renal replacement therapy treated via Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) —intensifying the workload on already stretched intensive care units.
Vantive’s commitment to Vietnam
With its launch, Vantive reinforces its long-term partnership with Vietnam’s healthcare system through three key commitments:
Kidney disease is a growing challenge in Vietnam. Vantive is uniquely positioned to respond to this challenge by uniting global expertise, local collaboration, and cutting-edge digital solutions.
Recently, Vantive has just partnered with the Vietnam Medical Association and the Vietnam Urology and Nephrology Association (VUNA) to host the forum “Peritoneal Dialysis in Vietnam: Practice and Solutions” in Hanoi on October 10. The event brought together experts from the Ministry of Health, Vietnam Social Security, as well as nephrology experts from Vietnam and Thailand. It provided an opportunity for experts to exchange insights on the real-world needs in managing end-stage chronic kidney disease in Vietnam, as well as the challenges healthcare facilities face when implementing peritoneal dialysis—particularly regarding prescription practices and reimbursement for outpatient medical supplies.
At the forum, Thai experts shared the “PD First” policy, a model successfully implemented in Thailand that has expanded access to treatment, reduced the financial burden on patients, and maintained treatment effectiveness.
Through this forum, Vantive aims to work alongside regulatory authorities and healthcare professionals to explore practical solutions, helping improve access to treatment for patients with end-stage chronic kidney disease, and moving toward a sustainable healthcare system in Vietnam.
Experts from Vietnam and Thailand exchange insights at Vantive’s forum on peritoneal dialysis, held in Hanoi on October 10 – Photo: Vantive
“By putting patients at the center and using innovation as well as digital tools, we can meet the growing challenge of kidney disease through collective effort. Our goal is to reduce the pressure on the healthcare system while giving patients more meaningful years of life”, added Ms Tran Thuy Duong.
Vantive remains committed to driving innovation that improves patient outcomes, with solutions designed to meet the specific needs of Vietnam’s healthcare system. Through ongoing research and development, and through digital solutions that enable smarter, more efficient care, the company is building therapies that ensure advanced kidney care is within reach for all.
Source: Vietnam Business Forum
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