Implantable Artificial Kidney

Scientists are developing a first-of-its kind implantable artificial kidney with microchip filters and living cells that will be powered by the patient's own heart.

The advance could be a promising alternative to kidney transplantation or dialysis for people with end stage renal disease (ESRD).

Scientists have developed a coffee-cup-sized prototype of a surgically implantable artificial kidney that uses a silicon nanofilter to remove toxins, salts and other molecules from the blood.

Scientists are developing a first-of-its kind implantable artificial kidney with microchip filters and living cells that will be powered by the patient's own heart.

The advance could be a promising alternative to kidney transplantation or dialysis for people with end stage renal disease (ESRD).

Scientists have developed a coffee-cup-sized prototype of a surgically implantable artificial kidney that uses a silicon nanofilter to remove toxins, salts and other molecules from the blood.