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Development of a sorbent peritoneal dialysate regeneration system--a progress report
Proceedings of the European Dialysis and Transplant Association. European Dialysis and Transplant Association
|January 1, 1978
Summary
The Pericycle system offers a safe and portable method for peritoneal dialysis, regenerating dialysate using sorbents to effectively remove waste products for home or hospital use.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Medical Devices
Background:
- Peritoneal dialysis is a crucial treatment for end-stage renal disease.
- Existing methods often require significant infrastructure and support.
- A need exists for more accessible and portable dialysis solutions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the Pericycle, a novel sorbent regenerative dialysate system for peritoneal dialysis.
- To assess the system's ability to provide suitable dialysate for patient use.
- To determine the feasibility of home-based peritoneal dialysis with this technology.
Main Methods:
- Development of the Pericycle sorbent regenerative dialysate system.
- Clinical testing to assess dialysate suitability and waste removal.
- Integration of an infusion system for electrolyte and glucose replacement.
- Utilisation of a pressure sensor for safety during dialysate exchange.
Main Results:
- The sorbent system effectively removes uraemic metabolites from the dialysate.
- The regenerated dialysate was demonstrated to be suitable for peritoneal dialysis.
- The infusion system successfully replaced essential minerals and glucose.
- The integrated pressure sensor ensured safe operation by controlling pump activity.
Conclusions:
- The Pericycle system provides a viable and effective method for peritoneal dialysis.
- Its sorbent technology regenerates dialysate, enhancing efficiency and reducing waste.
- The system's safety, simplicity, and portability make it suitable for home or hospital settings.