July 8, 2004 - Dialysis-related patents granted this week:

• 6,758,975 - Automated peritoneal dialysis system and process with in-line sterilization of dialysate
  
  
  
• 6,758,971 - Self-priming dialysis filter
  
  
  
• 6,758,841 - Percutaneous access
  
  
  
• 6,758,836 - Split tip dialysis catheter
  
  
  
• 6,758,835 - Disposable needle assembly having sensors formed therein permitting the simultaneous drawing and administering of fluids and method of forming the same

Dialysis-related patents applications filed this week:

• 20040133173 - Implantable dialysis access port
  
  
  
• 20040129638 - Multi-part substitution infusion fluids and matching anticoagulants
  
  
  
• 20040133167 - Safety shield for medical needles
  
  
  
• 20040133145 - Device and process for extracorporeal treatment by citrate anticoagulant
  
  
  
• 20040132635 - Method for prevention and treatment of kidney diseases
  
  
  
• 20040129616 - Blood purification device