Modelling and Simulation of High Flux Hemodialyzer Membranes of Different Porosities to Identify the Optimal Membrane Design

Ahana Fatima Alex, R. Vinoth, Ravishankar Dudhe

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Abstract

High flux hemodialyzer membranes of different average porosities were modelled. Diffusion and convection property of a toxin molecule through the membrane was observed through simulation using Finite element method. In this study, a porous membrane having a porosity of 0.15 was compared to that of 0.3 membrane porosity. Different synthetic polymers having such porosities were thus considered for this purpose. Effective diffusion and convection of a toxic molecule through the porous membrane over a period was modelled and then analyzed to draw conclusion on the optimal porosity value. PMMA with a porosity of 10-20% shows better performance in terms of toxin clearance as well as endotoxin removal.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of 2021 IEEE 7th International Conference on Bio Signals, Images and Instrumentation, ICBSII 2021
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781665441261
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 25-03-2021
Event7th IEEE International Conference on Bio Signals, Images and Instrumentation, ICBSII 2021 - Chennai, India
Duration: 25-03-202127-03-2021

Publication series

NameProceedings of 2021 IEEE 7th International Conference on Bio Signals, Images and Instrumentation, ICBSII 2021

Conference

Conference7th IEEE International Conference on Bio Signals, Images and Instrumentation, ICBSII 2021
Country/TerritoryIndia
CityChennai
Period25-03-2127-03-21

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Signal Processing
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Instrumentation

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