Abstract
We manufactured a Bicarbonate dialysis unit (Bc. unit) which is capable of performing also Bicarbonate dialysis, making use of the proportioning pump with which an existing Acetate dialysis device (Ac. device) has been equipped. Its external dimensions are 40(W) x 60(H) x 60(L)cm and capacity is 2.5/min. (1) When main stock solution containing no Bicarbonate is diluted in the Ac. device and poured into the quantitative tank within the Bc. unit, Bicarbonate solution is fed into the quantitative tank using a roller pump and agitated. Then, the concentration is checked forr supplying. (2) After this method has been used for dialysis, all functions properly operated and the electrolyte and pH of the dialysate were both stable.
