Amyloidosis causes the protein amyloid to be deposited within blood vessels in the skin and subcutaneous tissues, which may increase the fragility of the blood vessels, causing purpura. When a person develops bruising around the eyes or bruising after only light stoking, doctors may suspect amyloidosis.
Noun. 1. dialysis-separation of substances in solution by means of their unequal diffusion through semipermeable membranes. chemical analysis, qualitative analysis-the act of decomposing a substance into its constituent elements.
Dialysis treatment replaces the function of the kidneys, which normally serve as the body's filtration system. Through the use of a blood filter and a dialysate solution, the treatment removes waste products and excess fluids from the bloodstream, while maintaining the proper chemical balance of the blood.