Selective Cytopheretic Device
DeviceThe Selective Cytopheretic Device (SCD) is comprised of tubing, connectors, and a synthetic hollow fiber membrane cartridge. The device is connected in series to a commercially available CKRT hemofilter. Blood from the CKRT circuit is diverted after the CKRT hemofilter through to the extracapillary space (ECS) of the SCD cartridge. Blood circulates through the SCD ECS and then it is returned to the patient via the venous return line of the CKRT circuit. Regional citrate anticoagulation is used for the entire CKRT and SCD blood circuit.
The SCD cartridge incorporates a synthetic hollow fiber membrane with the ability to bind activated leukocytes to its extracapillary surface; and when used in a CKRT extracorporeal circuit in the presence of regional citrate anticoagulation, the SCD modulates inflammation.
Other names: SCD