Nephrology Case Report: Reaction to Polynephron Based Membrane Dialyzer

Hana Faisal¹, Syed Imran Ali Abdi¹, Rajaram Jagdale²

Abstract

Dialyzer-associated reactions, though rare, can significantly impact the quality of life for patients undergoing hemodialysis. This case report presents a 56-year-old male with a history of Glomerulosclerosis and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) on regular hemodialysis, who developed severe coughing and shortness of breathing episodes during the start of dialysis sessions. These symptoms were traced to a specific dialyzer type after the other workup was negative. A switch to a different dialyzer resolved the symptoms, underscoring the importance of considering dialyzer biocompatibility in managing unexplained symptoms during dialysis.

Keywords

dialyzer biocompatibility; hemodialysis adverse reactions; dialysis-associated symptoms.

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Faisal, H., Abdi, S. I. A., Jagdale, R. (2025). Nephrology Case Report: Reaction to Polynephron Based Membrane Dialyzer. International Journal of Scientific Advances (IJSCIA), Volume 6| Issue 1: Jan-Feb 2025, Pages 171-173 URL: https://www.ijscia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Volume6-Issue1-Jan-Feb-No.838-171-173.pdf

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