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Balanced flow dialysis machine

US11931492B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 30, 2021
Grant dateMar 19, 2024
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Expiry dateFeb 21, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2205/3393
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system and method for balancing flows of renal replacement fluid is disclosed. The method uses pressure controls and pressure sensing devices to more precisely meter and balance the flow of fresh dialysate and spent dialysate. The balancing system may use one or two balancing devices, such as a balance tube, a tortuous path, or a balance chamber.

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