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A microcomputer based portable hemodialysis system.

S R Savitz, E J Turkel, D Shen

    The International Journal of Artificial Organs
    |January 1, 1978
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    A microprocessor-controlled portable hemodialysis system, "The Suitcase Kidney," simplifies conventional methods. This innovation enhances patient safety and reduces system complexity, size, and development time.

    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Medical Devices
    • Nephrology

    Background:

    • Conventional hemodialysis systems rely on discrete control mechanisms.
    • Existing systems can be complex, large, and time-consuming to develop.
    • Improvements in patient safety and system efficiency are critical.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To design and evaluate a microprocessor-controlled portable hemodialysis system.
    • To demonstrate the advantages of microprocessor control over traditional methods.
    • To assess the impact on system development, complexity, size, and patient safety.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a portable hemodialysis system controlled by a microprocessor.
    • Implementation of microprocessor-based monitoring and control functions.

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  • Conducting 18 successful dialysis treatments using the developed system.

    • Main Results:

    • Successfully completed 18 hemodialysis treatments with the portable system.
    • Demonstrated microprocessor control as an improvement and simplification over discrete mechanisms.
    • Observed reductions in system development time, complexity, and size.
    • Reported improvements in patient safety.

    Conclusions:

    • The microprocessor-controlled portable hemodialysis system is a viable and improved alternative.
    • Microprocessor integration offers significant advantages in efficiency, safety, and design.
    • The Suitcase Kidney represents a step forward in portable dialysis technology.