Method and device for regulating fluid pump pressures

Details Method and device for regulating fluid pump pressures Method and device for regulating fluid pump pressures

2004-10-25

2008-09-02

DeCady, Albert (Department: 2121)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Specific application, apparatus or process

Mechanical control system

C137S001000, C210S767000, C417S020000, C417S032000, C417S038000, C417S053000, C417S313000, C604S141000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07421316

ABSTRACT:
A method is provided for regulating fluid pump pressures by detecting an elevation differential between a fluid flow control device and the distal end of a fluid line in communication with the fluid flow control device. A fluid flow control device, for instance a peritoneal dialysis device, is at a first height, a distal end of a fluid line is at a second height, and a valved outlet, when open, affords communication between the fluid flow control device and the distal end of the fluid line. The elevation differential is correlatable with a pressure measurable during a calibration procedure provided as a part of the methodology.

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