June 1, 2006 - Dialysis-related patents granted this week:

• 7,053,059 - Dialysis solutions with reduced levels of glucose degradation products
  
  
• 7,052,480 - Access disconnection systems and methods

Dialysis-related patent applications filed this week:

• 20060116720 - Method and apparatus for improving renal function
  
  
• 20060116629 - Catheter insertion apparatus
  
  
• 20060116624 - Method and an apparatus for determining the efficiency of dialysis
  
  
• 20060116623 - Access disconnection systems and methods
  
  
• 20060116349 - Methods and compositions for administration of iron for the treatment of restless leg syndrome
  
  
• 20060115430 - Calcium challenge test for detecting calcium homeostasis disorders
  
  
• 20060115395 - Apparatus and method for preparation of a peritoneal dialysis solution
  
  
• 20060113250 - Graphical user interface for automated dialysis system
  
  
• 20060113249 - Medical fluid machine with air purging pump