Abstract: The present invention provides a non-PVC, non-DEHP material that can be used for medical grade tubing. Additionally, the present invention provides medical grade tubing made from such a material.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 13, 2000
Date of Patent:
October 15, 2002
Assignee:
Baxter International Inc
Inventors:
Indrajit Patel, Harold Bowerman, Larry Rosenbaum, Rich Mennenoh, Pat Ryan
Abstract: Novel blood cell fractionation devices are provided. The device utilizes filters coated with high molecular weight polyethylene oxide derivatives cross-linked to prevent leaching from filter surfaces. These filters have a special efficacy in preventing protein adsorption and cellular adhesion to the membrane filter.
Abstract: A peritoneal dialysis solution and method of administering same to a patient are provided wherein the sodium concentration in the solution is decreased thus causing sodium to be transported from the circulation to the peritoneal cavity. This provides for an improved ultrafiltration profile (more volume over a longer period of time) for the same initial osmolality when compared to standard solutions. Also, the same ultrafiltration profile as standard solutions can be achieved with lower initial osmolalities. A reduced amount of osmotic agent can be used to achieve equivalent ultrafiltration.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
March 3, 1994
Date of Patent:
December 31, 1996
Assignee:
Baxter International, Inc.
Inventors:
Ty R. Shockley, Leo Martis, Lee W. Henderson, John Moran, Masaaki Nakayama