Technical aspects of online hemodiafiltration.
The chapter describes and analyzes the most commonly used systems for online substitution fluid production in hemofiltration and hemodiafiltration, covering in detail systems comprising 2 multiuse filters, or 2 multiuse filters in combination with 1 disposable filter. A generally applicable risk analysis for the process of online substitution fluid preparation is provided. It is concluded that both system variants discussed perform in a safe manner, provided the operator fully complies with the manufacturer's instructions for use.
Polaschegg
Hans-Dietrich
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Medical Devices Consultant, Köstenberg, Austria.
Roy
Thomas
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D004209:Disposable Equipment; D004867:Equipment Design; D017583:Hemodiafiltration / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D012449:Safety