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A case for cellulosic membrane hemodialyzers.

P Ivanovich1, K Rosner

  • 1Department of Medicine, VA Chicago Health Care System, Lake Side Division, and Northwestern University Medical School, Illinois 60611, USA.

Seminars in Dialysis
|December 29, 2000
PubMed
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Regenerated cellulose membranes in dialysis may not cause ill effects as previously thought. Some adverse events are likely due to ethylene oxide, and these membranes offer cost-effective dialysis therapy.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Nephrology
  • Medical Device Technology

Background:

  • Regenerated cellulose membranes are utilized in hemodialysis.
  • Concerns exist regarding potential adverse effects in dialysis patients linked to these membranes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the actual impact of regenerated cellulose membranes on patient health during dialysis.
  • To differentiate between membrane-specific effects and those caused by sterilization agents like ethylene oxide.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing studies and clinical data concerning regenerated cellulose membranes in dialysis.
  • Analysis of reported patient outcomes, including hypotension and changes in well-being.
  • Investigation into the role of ethylene oxide as a confounding factor.

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Main Results:

  • Evidence supporting direct adverse effects of regenerated cellulose membranes is limited.
  • Hypotension and altered well-being in some patients may be attributable to ethylene oxide residuals.
  • Regenerated cellulose membranes offer a lower-cost alternative for dialysis.

Conclusions:

  • Regenerated cellulose membranes may be a safe and cost-effective option for dialysis.
  • Ethylene oxide sterilization requires careful consideration in dialysis device manufacturing.
  • Lower-cost dialyzers can expand access to life-saving renal replacement therapy globally.