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Explain how a kidney machine works if you have a kidney failure

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A kidney machine, also known as a hemodialysis machine, filters your blood through a dialyzer, which works like a kidney and filters out extra salt, waste, and fluid. The machine has built-in safety checks to ensure the process is safe and effective. A pump in the machine slowly draws out your blood, then sends it through the dialyzer. Your cleaned blood is sent back into your body through the second needle in your arm.

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