Hemofiltration

Hemofiltration is a medical process used to remove excess waste, fluid, and toxins from the blood when the kidneys are not functioning properly. It involves passing blood through a special filter (hemofilter) that acts like an artificial kidney. The filter allows waste products and extra fluid to pass out of the blood, which are then discarded, while clean blood is returned to the body. This helps maintain the body's proper balance of fluids, electrolytes, and waste, supporting overall health in critically ill patients, especially those with acute kidney failure.