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Volume Reduction Calculator

Use this calculator to compare how fluid removal by Aquapheresis differs from diuretics.

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Volume Reduction Goal
lbs
Liters
Average Volume Removal Rate 1
Treatment Time
Max Sodium Removed 2
  mL/Hour
Liters/Day
Lbs/Day
Hours
Days
Grams
Diuretics
50
Aquapheresis
250

Step 1. Enter the Volume Reduction Goal in pounds (lbs) , that's the estimated amount of excess volume that needs to be removed from the patient to reach their dry weight. 2.2 lbs = 1 Liter

For example, a patient's normal weight is estimated to be 170 lbs (dry weight), but lately due to an accumulation of excess fluid, their weight is now 195 lbs. That's 25 lbs or 11.4 Liters of excess fluid above dry weight and that's how much is needed to be removed for best results according to the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology Guidelines.

Step 2. Click on "Calculate" and compare the results in treatment time and sodium removed.

1. Mojtahedzadeh DARU 2005;13:127-32. 2. Ali S et. al. J Card Fail 2006;12(6 suppl):114. 3. Howard CHEST 2001; 119:807–810.

 
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