Table 3 Types with advantages of various ultrafiltration (UF) techniques
Type | Timing | Advantages |
|---|---|---|
Conventional UF (CUF) | During CPB | Removes extra water and maintains fluid balance |
Zero-balanced UF | Rewarming phase of CPB | Reduce inflammatory cytokines and correct electrolyte and acid-base imbalances. |
Modified UF (MUF) | Post-CPB | Limit early postoperative RBCs transfusions |