A model to predict an appropriate AutoFlow factor that ensures an optimum dialysate flow (
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Category Medicine
Synopsis
Diffusive clearance depends on blood (Qb) and dialysate flow (Qd) rates and the overall mass transfer area coefficient (KoA) of the dialyzer. In this article we describe a model to predict an appropriated AutoFlow factor (AF=Ratio Qd/Qb), that is able to provide adequate Kt/V for haemodialysis patients (HDP) , while consuming lower amounts of dialysate, water and energy during the treatment.
Created 2011-06-28 14:41:26