The reference in biocompatibility and adsorption capacity
The symmetrical structure of Nephral ST hydrogel membrane enhances its diffusion, convection & especially adsorptive properties, and contributes to efficient removal of b2-microglobunlin, AGEs, cytokines or anaphylatoxins. (1,2,3)
Systemic heparin reduction
The surface treatment of the membrane with PEI biopolymer prevents blood contact activation and binds heparin during priming with a pre-heparinized solution. This may result in less systemic heparin being given to the patient. (4)
AFB & AFB.K therapies
Associated with Acetate Free Biofiltration therapies, Nephral ST dialyzer contributes to cardiovascular stability in patients at risk. (5)
References:
(1) R S.Fishbane et Coll., Reduction of plasma apolipoprotein-B by effective removal of circulating glycation derivatives in uremia, Kidney International 1997 ; 52 : 1645-1650
(2) Chanard J et coll, Filtration of native and glycated ß2-microglobulin by charged and neutral dialysis membranes, KIDNEY INT. 60, 4, 1571-1577 (2001)
(3) CSC.Bouman et coll., Cytokine filtration and adsorption during pre and post-dilution hemofiltration in four membranes, Blood Purif 1998 ; 16(5) : 261-268)
(4) Chanard J, Lavaud S, Maheut H, et al. The clinical evaluation of low-dose heparin in haemodialysis: a prospective study using the heparin-coated AN69 ST membrane. Nephrol Dial Transplant. 2008a; 23(6):2003-9.
(5) Amore A et al. Bicarbonate dialysis, unlike acetate-free biofiltration, triggers mediators of inflammation and apoptosis in endothelial and smooth muscle cells. J.Nephrol. 2006; 19(1):57-6