![]() ![]() Such medical justifications are no longer applicable because the landscape of dialyzers and dialysis membranes has changed significantly over the past several decades. ![]() From the patients' standpoint, the conventional argument for reprocessing dialyzers has been to improve blood-membrane biocompatibility, particularly that of cellulose dialyzers, which have a high complement activation potential, and the prevention of first-use syndromes usually associated with the use of ethylene oxide–sterilized dialyzers. The three main justifications for dialysis facilities include an economic benefit, the ability to use high-flux dialyzers, which historically have been more expensive, and a favorable environmental impact through decreased generation of biomedical waste. Jaber MD, MS, in Handbook of Dialysis Therapy (Fifth Edition), 2017 Background and RationaleÄialyzer reprocessing or reuse is a technique that has historically been employed in the United States for perceived potential benefits to the dialysis facilities and patients. Paweena Susantitaphong MD, PhD, Bertrand L.
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