What is another word for artificial kidney?
Pronunciation: [ˌɑːtɪfˈɪʃə͡l kˈɪdnɪ] (IPA) 
The term artificial kidney is often used to describe a device that mimics the functions of the kidneys. However, there are other synonyms and variations of this term. For example, renal replacement therapy (RRT) is a broader term that encompasses various methods used to replace the function of the kidneys. Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis are specific types of RRT that involve filtering toxins and waste products from the blood. Renal support therapy is another term that refers to methods used to support the functioning of the kidneys. Additionally, the term renal replacement device may be used to describe any device that performs the functions of the kidneys.
