A clear, jargon-free definition, verified by the medical team at Clinique ESSAADA.
The mechanism by which the excess water built up in the blood is removed during dialysis. The amount to be removed is calculated before each session from the patient's weight and their target "dry weight". Well-judged ultrafiltration relieves breathlessness and oedema; if too fast, it can lead to cramps or a drop in blood pressure. The team adjusts the settings accordingly.
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