In vitro assessment of mixed matrix hemodialysis membrane for achieving endotoxin-free dialysate combined with high removal of uremic toxins from human plasma.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2019.04.009
Abstract: For a single hemodialysis session nearly 500 L of water are consumed for obtaining pyrogen-free dialysis fluid. However, many efforts are required to avoid biofilm formation in the system and risk of contamination can persist. Water… read more here.
Keywords: hemodialysis; water; toxins human; human plasma ... See more keywords
Targeting and inactivation of bacterial toxins by human defensins
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DOI: 10.1515/hsz-2017-0106
Abstract: Abstract Defensins, as a prominent family of antimicrobial peptides (AMP), are major effectors of the innate immunity with a broad range of immune modulatory and antimicrobial activities. In particular, defensins are the only recognized fast-response… read more here.
Keywords: toxins human; inactivation bacterial; targeting inactivation; bacterial toxins ... See more keywords