Nephrol Dial Transplant (2002) 17: 37-38
© 2002 European Renal Association-European Dialysis and Transplant Association
SECTION III: Biocompatibility
III.4 Reactions to membranes and other dialyzer-related material
AbstractGuideline III.4.1
A. Use of dialyzers and tubings sterilized with EtO should be avoided, especially in patients showing otherwise unexplained signs of anaphylactoid reaction (evidence level: B), eosinophilia or elevated IgE (evidence level: C).
(Evidence levels: B and C)
Guideline III.4.2
A. Phthalates and other potentially allergenic components of dialyzers and tubings should be avoided if prolonged allergic reactions persist despite avoiding EtO.
(Evidence level: B)
Guideline III.4.3
A. The combination of dialysis with AN69 membranes and medical treatment with ACE-inhibitors (ACE-i) should be avoided because of the possibility of severe haemodynamic reactions.
(Evidence level: B)