Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dialyse
verb
/ˈdaɪəˌliːz/
Definition
To remove waste products and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys are not able to do so effectively.
Examples
- Many patients with chronic kidney disease require to dialyse three times a week.
- Doctors may recommend that patients dialyse at home or in a clinic.
Meaning
Dialysis is a medical procedure that helps individuals whose kidneys are damaged or not functioning properly by cleaning their blood artificially.
Synonyms
- filter
- purify
