What is another word for dialyser?
Pronunciation: [dˈa͡ɪ͡əla͡ɪsə] (IPA) 
Dialyser is a medical device used to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood of patients with kidney failure. There are several synonyms for dialyser, including hemodialyzer, artificial kidney, and renal dialysis machine. Hemodialyzer refers to the specific type of dialyser that uses a semi-permeable membrane to filter the blood. Artifical kidney is a broader term that refers to any device used to mimic the function of the kidneys. The term renal dialysis machine is similar to dialyser, but emphasizes the treatment for renal failure. Other related terms include peritoneal dialysis machines and continuous renal replacement therapy machines, which are alternative forms of dialysis.
