Features

Presents a very thorough discussion of membrane technology in the context of hemodialysis

Describes mathematical models in predicting hemodialysers performance/hemodialysis

Connects the process to the material of construction for the process

Provides basic fundamental level concepts of membranes, instruments through simple worked out examples

Guide to understanding and developing membranes for biomedical applications

Summary

Book initiates with introductory material to hemodialysis technology and its historical evolution and later on divulging into the field of biomaterials. With this background, the book discusses selection criteria of a suitable biomaterial for synthesis of haemodialysis membranes along with illustration of a complete indigenous, low cost technology for spinning of haemodialysis fibres. Well illustrated description of instruments used for membrane characterization and biomedical engineering is also provided at suitable junctures to effectively present the concept including worked out examples. Present title can be a good textbook as well as a research material for membrane as well as biomedical engineering curricula and provides coverage for appropriate undergraduate and graduate students interested in hemodialysis membranes

Table of Contents

1.Kidney Function and Uremia

Kidney Function and Micturition

Quantifying Kidney Performance

Renal Failure : Types and Causes

Kidney Failure - Uremic Toxicity

Conclusion - Treatment for Renal Failure Patients

2. Evolution of Hemodialysis Technology

Hemodialysis Technology

Membrane technology

Hemodialysis - state of art and basics

Hemodialysis transport mechanisms

Hemodialysis membranes - material development

Conclusion

3. Biocompatibility and Biomaterials

Biocompatibility and Biomaterials - Definition

History of biomaterials

Essential properties of biomaterials

Biocompatibility in case of dialysis membranes

Essential Equipments for Analyzing Biocompatibility

Conclusion

4. Selection of Material for Dialysis Membrane

Introduction

Materials and Methods

Selection of best material

Comparison of present study with state of art literature

Conclusion

5. Spinning of Dialysis Grade Membranes

Introduction

Materials and Methods

Results and discussion

Conclusion

6. Post Processing of Dialysis Membranes

Introduction

Experimental Section

Results and discussion

Conclusion

7. Mathematical Modeling of Dialysis

Introduction

Mathematical models

Mathematical method to find post dialysis urea concentration

Regional Blood Flow (RBF) Model

Holistic View: Hemodialyzer Modeling

Conclusion

8. Economics of Dialyzer Manufacturing : Commercialization

Commercialization

Customer segmentation

Plant Layout, Design and Production

Business plan, key activities and key resources

Financial analysis

Prototypes developed

Conclusion

9. Conclusion : Future Trends and Scope

Future trends in dialysis research

Water Requirements and Standards

Dialyzer reuse and India

Dialyzer Reuse : Steps

Holistic Overview