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Dialysis membranes are large plastic surfaces designed for intense interaction with human blood. They consist of a main polymer to which other chemicals are added to increase flexibility. In addition, glue and potting compounds may be present resulting from the manufacturing process and may not only be washed into the patient’s body, but may also cause inflammation and platelet activation. This highlights the importance of hemocompatibility considerations: Can dialyzers be designed in a way that decreases the risk of blood clotting in the dialysis circuit? Which surface techniques and technology are under investigation for hemocompatible modifications?  

Watch the entire lecture here at nephrologycampus.