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Polyether urethane urea membrane for an improved hemodialysis.

G Jayasree1, C P Sharma

  • 1Biosurface Technology Division, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum, India.

Biomaterials, Artificial Cells, and Immobilization Biotechnology : Official Journal of the International Society for Artificial Cells and Immobilization Biotechnology
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
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This study explores polyether urethane urea membranes for hemodialysis. Processing conditions and sterilization impact membrane porosity and permeability, crucial for effective dialysis treatments.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Membrane Technology
  • Medical Device Development

Background:

  • Hemodialysis requires highly permeable membranes to efficiently remove waste products from blood.
  • Current hemodialysis membranes face challenges related to biocompatibility and long-term performance.
  • Developing advanced membrane materials is crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the development of polyether urethane urea membranes for hemodialysis.
  • To investigate the influence of processing parameters on membrane properties.
  • To assess the impact of sterilization on membrane structure and function.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis and characterization of polyether urethane urea membranes.
  • Evaluation of processing parameters: precipitation medium and temperature.

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  • Analysis of blended membranes, including Polyurethane/poly(methyl methacrylate).
  • Sterilization of membranes using various methods.
  • Determination of pore size before and after sterilization.
  • Assessment of membrane permeability.

    • Main Results:

    • Processing parameters significantly influence membrane porosity and permeability.
    • Polyurethane/poly(methyl methacrylate) blended membranes exhibit high permeability.
    • Sterilization processes alter membrane pore size.
    • Changes in pore size post-sterilization affect membrane permeability.

    Conclusions:

    • Membrane processing is critical for optimizing hemodialysis performance.
    • Sterilization methods must be carefully selected to maintain membrane integrity and function.
    • Further research into sterilization-compatible membrane materials is warranted.