This visual-based configuration illustrates the connection principle of the ETROPAL Dialyzer with the dialysis machine. The system uses an integrated Heater Unit (8) to ensure effective control of dialysate temperature.
Before initiating treatment, ensure that the dialysis machine, dialyzer, blood tubing set, REASOL Solution, and BiBag / Bicart Bicarbonate Cartridge are correctly installed and connected according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
CONNECTION PROCEDURE
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Prime the ETROPAL Dialyzer and blood tubing set with normal saline; remove all air from the system.
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Before connecting the patient, verify that both the blood compartment and dialysate compartment are completely filled and free of air.
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Maintain an adequate fluid level in the Heater Unit (8) throughout the treatment to compensate for ultrafiltration losses.
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Before patient connection, circulate normal saline solution through the Heater Unit (8) to fully rinse the dialyzer and blood lines.
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Connect the arterial blood line to the patient’s vascular access and prevent air entry into the extracorporeal blood circuit.
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Operate the blood pump at approximately 100 mL/min and allow the blood to gradually displace the normal saline solution from the circuit.
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After normal saline is completely removed, connect the venous blood line.
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Set the blood flow rate, dialysate flow rate, ultrafiltration rate, and pressure parameters on the dialysis machine according to the prescribed treatment values.
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Continuously monitor machine alarms, pressure values, temperature settings, and other treatment parameters throughout the dialysis session.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This illustration provides a general overview of the ETROPAL Dialyzer connection configuration with the dialysis machine. It is intended for informational purposes only and does not replace the official Instructions for Use (IFU).
This document does not include all information regarding installation, priming, patient connection, treatment parameter settings, alarm management, disinfection, maintenance procedures, warnings, precautions, and contraindications.
For operating instructions, safety information, maintenance procedures, warnings, and precautions, please refer to the latest ETROPAL Instructions for Use (IFU) and related technical documentation.
All procedures must be performed only by trained healthcare professionals in accordance with applicable clinical protocols and the manufacturer’s instructions.
Note: This diagram is prepared only to demonstrate the system connection principle. In real clinical applications, the latest ETROPAL IFU documentation must always be followed.
Reference: ETROPAL Dialyzer System Guide.