Foldable dialysis unit

Abstract

A system and a method are provided to effect solution exchange particularly for a patient requiring peritoneal dialysis. The system includes a device (1) that is portable and particularly adaptable for patients requiring a night time exchange or an additional exchange. The device (1) includes an operator-touch control panel (10) operatively connected to a pouch (26) with an incorporated heater (12). The pouch (26) holds a solution bag (18) and may be selectively opened and closed by a cover (28). A drain tray (30) holds a drain bag (20) and has a scale (14) incorporated therein. The pouch (26) is connected to the control panel (10) by an upper arm (38), and the drain tray (30) is connected to the control panel (10) by a lower arm (42). The device (1) may be collapsed by releasing the upper arm (38) and the lower arm (42) such that the system (1) lays in a substantially flat arrangement when not in use.

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technical field

[0001] The present invention generally relates to a suction system. In particular, the present invention relates to systems and methods for aspiration of fluids, particularly for peritoneal dialysis. Background technique

[0002] Peritoneal dialysis is a well-known procedure used to remove toxic substances and metabolites normally excreted by the kidneys and to help regulate fluid and electrolyte balance. Peritoneal dialysis is achieved by injecting fluid for peritoneal dialysis into the peritoneal cavity of a person through a catheter. The infused peritoneal dialysis fluid contains different electrolyte ion concentrations similar to those in physiological extracellular fluids, except for lactate which occurs as a bicarbonate precursor.

[0003] Transperitoneal transfer of fluid and solutes occurs between the patient's plasma and the infused dialysis fluid. This process normalizes the distribution of plasma electrolytes. High concentrations of toxic subst...

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