The history of hemodialysis in China

Hemodial Int. 2020 Jul;24(3):269-275. doi: 10.1111/hdi.12815. Epub 2019 Dec 30.

Abstract

The technique of hemodialysis was introduced into China more than 50 years ago; and both research and use of clinical hemodialysis began in mid-1960s to late-1960s. A brief review of the history of hemodialysis in China is presented here, including a brief description of pioneers and their contributions, local development and use of dialyzers, hemodialysis machines, and vascular access, and dialysis management and logistics.

Keywords: China; hemodialysis; history.

Publication types

  • Historical Article
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • China
  • History, 20th Century
  • Humans
  • Renal Dialysis / history*