MECHANICAL ASPECTS

Single-patient hemodialysis machines offer nephrologists tremendous flexibility in adjusting dialysis regimens to address individual patient needs. Almost all single-patient hemodialysis machines use a single pass system where the dialysate circulates through the dialyzer once and is then discarded.

All systems require the same basic components:

1. a dialysate heater to warm dialysate to body temperature
2. a dialysate pump and flow meter to regulate the rate of dialysate delivery, and
3. sensors and alarms to monitor dialysate pressure, temperature, conductivity, and air or blood leaks.

Types of Dialyzers

Need for Dialysis

Mechanical Aspects

Hemodialytic Procedure

Complications during Hemodialysis

Alternative Hemodialytic Techniques

Peritoneal Dialysis

Vascular Access

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