Dialysaattoriin

Dialysaattoriin is a Finnish term that refers to a dialysis machine. A dialysis machine is a medical device used to perform dialysis, a process that removes waste products and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys are unable to do so. This artificial kidney function is crucial for individuals suffering from kidney failure, also known as renal failure.

The process of hemodialysis, which is typically performed using a dialysaattoriin, involves drawing blood from the patient's body, passing it through a dialyzer (the artificial kidney part of the machine), and then returning the cleansed blood to the body. The dialyzer contains a semipermeable membrane that allows waste products and excess water to be filtered out while keeping essential components like blood cells and proteins in the blood. A special fluid called dialysate is used in the dialyzer to help draw out these unwanted substances from the blood through diffusion and convection.

Dialysis machines are complex pieces of equipment that monitor and control various parameters during treatment, including blood flow rate, dialysate composition and flow, temperature, and pressure. Patients typically undergo dialysis treatments several times a week, with each session lasting several hours. The use of a dialysaattoriin has significantly improved the quality of life and survival rates for people with chronic kidney disease.