Fresenius Kidney Dialysis Machine : 2008E

The Fresenius 2008 Kidney Dialysis Machine series were designed for flexibility. They all Equipped with advanced therapy options; ultrafiltration, fixed proportioning, heat disinfecting, variable dialysate flow, and including automatic blood pressure monitoring as well as computer documentation capabilities.

The Fresenius 2008 Kidney Dialysis Machine, Easy to operate touch membrane control panel with improved visual displays and advance therapy options in the E model is retrofittable to the C and the D machines and the panel of the H system is retrofittable to the C, D, and the E model machines.

InThe Fresenius 2008 Kidney Dialysis Machine, All of the models can be upgraded using modules for on-line monitoring and control systems.

The Fresenius 2008 series machines are unique "closed loop" volumetric dialysate control systems. ultrafiltration is measured on-line and patients can be dialyzed with coefficient dialyzers without fear of excess fluid removal.


Monitoring is retrofittable to the D machines and allows for flexibility among the 2008 Kidney Dialysis Machine series of machines.

Available features in the 2008 Kidney Dialysis Machine include: Volumetric Ultrafiltration Fixed Proportioning, Heat Disinfection and Variable Dialysate Flow.

Advanced options in the 2008 Kidney Dialysis Machine include: BPS08 Automatic Blood Pressure Monitoring System and the FDS08 Computer Documentation System.

This machine continues the tradition of durability and reliability that has made Fresenius a recognized leader world-wide.

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Gambro Portable Kidney Dialysis Machine : Prismaflex TM

The Prismaflex (TM) Machine is the newest generation of technology for CRRT (Kidney Dialysis) offered by Gambro.

With the Prismaflex (TM) System, Gambro enhance prescription flexibility by offering a platform with increased therapy options and features.

This is the information about the main differences between the current technology and the Prismaflex (TM) :

The Prismaflex (TM) has the combination of vivid colors and clear graphics on a large 12 inch touch screen.

The safety system of Prismaflex (TM) is proactive, offering many helpful features, such as automatic bar code identification of the set and customized default safe values.


The Prismaflex(TM) Kidney Dialysis Machine has Five pumps offer multiple therapeutic combinations that allows the delivery of fluid into the blood pre filter. This circuit is called the Pre Blood Pump (PBP). Fluid delivered into this circuit will be accounted for in the calculation of net fluid balance. And a pre-blood pump allows infusion of a supplemental solution for hemodilution or anticoagulation of extracorporeal circuit.

The Prismaflex(TM) tubing is larger. This will lowers the resistance to flow and can reduce the amount of pull required to remove blood from the patient.

The Prismaflex(TM) has much higher maximum flow rate capabilities for blood flows, dialysate and replacement rates. The Prisma(TM) can only achieve blood flow rates of 150-180 ml/min (depending upon model).

An air elimination port similar to those found on intermittent hemodialysis circuits is incorporated into the Prismaflex(TM) circuit.

Scales are still used to measure weight changes, however, the new Prismaflex (TM) is less susceptible to nuisance alarms. Scales are now located at waist level, with an improved ergonomic design for bag changes.

Prismaflex(TM) is a much more flexible system that allows any therapy change. Prisma(TM) is initially set-up in CVVHDF mode. This provides the flexibility of being able to change the therapy to CVVH or SCUF, without changing the filter. Higher hemofiltration rates can be run if the circuit is set-up initially as CVVH, however, dialysate cannot be added without starting a new filter.

The same Prismaflex(TM) filter can be run as predilution, postdilution, or a combination of both, when hemofiltration therapy is used. Currently, Prisma(TM) can only be run as predilution OR postdilution, depending upon the type of filter being selected. Currently, we only stock predilution sets for the Prisma(TM).We will continue using the predilution filters at this time.

The Prismaflex(TM) Kidney Dialysis Machine has Technical differences exist among the filters used, methods for priming, heater and heater tubing and method for bag changes.


The Prismaflex(TM) Kidney Dialysis Machine has also Data storage capabilities.

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Gambro's Latest Kidney Dialysis Machine :The Artis TM Sistem

The Gambro Artis dialysis system is making life in the clinic easier for everyone.

The ArtisTM dialysis system makes advanced therapies more accessible and easier to implement in your daily clinic routine.

Designing Artis dialysis system, Gambro also ascribed to human factor engineering, ergonomics and usability as top priorities in innovation.

Gambro is confident the rewards in staff satisfaction with Artis dialysis system will be significant.Helping dialysis providers elevate operational efficiency is equally important.

To sustain quality of care while reducing workloads we have also integrated more intelligent systems that automate processes while minimizing administrative efforts and the potential for error.

Experience the benefits of Advanced simplicity with Artis.The new system includes a completely updated user interface which fosters flexible and consistent treatment for kidney dialysis that is completed both simply and easily.

The ease of learning and usability are further enhanced by a touch-screen interface, placing the user in control and facilitating the decision-making process. A unique and innovative blood circuit has been designed in this dialysis machine for the extracorporeal blood circulation, significantly reducing the number of user actions and risks of misuse.

All of these innovations contribute to a better user experience. The location and the design of each component have been carefully studied, ensuring intuitive and efficient handling. The Artis TM Sistem Kidney dialysis machine monitor will also improve the daily working environment with a human touch design.

The Artis TM Kidney dialysis machine system has been well received by the clinicians who have already had an opportunity to use the system. ”My overall impression is very positive. The design is clean and the large screen allows me to monitor the treatment even when I am not close to the machine.

It was very easy to learn how to use The Artis TM Sistem Kidney dialysis machine the system and the installation procedure of the new blood module will significantly reduce the time to prepare the machine for treatment.” said one renal nurse after first sessions performed with the.

The Artis TM Sistem Kidney dialysis machine system can be adapted to any treatment strategy and prescription, from conventional, high flux to advanced online hemodialysis therapies.

The ArtisTM Kidney dialysis machine system includes an intelligent regulation system allowing for continuous therapy adjustments to the status of the patient for better comfort and more consistent delivery of the prescription.

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Gambro Dialysis Machine (In-center Care ) : AK 200 ULTRA S

A new build renal unit was established at the Countess of Chester Hospital in early 2006, and it is equipped with the highest specification Gambro Kidney Dialysis Machine (In-center Care ) AK 200 S and Ultra S machines.

The AK 200 ULTRATM S machine is the easiest and most versatile machine available. These enable a whole range of therapies to be applied to patients, including higher convection HD, HF and HDF.

The AK 200 ULTRATM S kidney dialysis machine is Specifically designed for on-line HDF/HF treatments, with it is easy to select the method or treatment that suits the patient best.


With ULTRACONTROL, The AK 200 ULTRATM S provides unique high convective volume in a smooth way, and become a simpler, safer tool to use, with easy treatment set up. There is a reduced risk of excessive haemoconcentration and the exchange volumes are greater, therefore this may improve treatment out come when using this preferred therapy option, on-line HDF.


This is true even in the most challenging setup: HDF post-dilution with high hematocrit level patients.

Best convective volumes are achieved in a smooth and consistent way in on-line HDF/HF treatments resulting in:

• Less micro inflammation episodes, i.e. ensuring a better response to EPO dose
• Improved cardiovascular stability
• Increased patient satisfaction

Thanks to the three-barrier filtration concept, the AK 200 ULTRA S ensures optimal fluid quality throughout any treatment.

AK 200 ULTRA S is not cleared for sales in the US.

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