[Methodologic aspects of isolated ultrafiltration of the blood in nonspecialized units]

14 isolated ultrafiltration procedures have been performed in 7 patients, using AT-196 device and renal dialyzer DIP-02-02. Volumetric blood flow was 100-120 ml/min; 1.0-1.2 l of ultrafiltrate were removed during 1 h. The patients' conditions gradually improved in the course of ultrafiltration procedure. A simple method of isolated ultrafiltration that can be used in any medical institution is described.