Integrating dialysis machine functions using system design approach

In new product development (NPD) process, system design thinking contributes significantly towards the effectiveness of the product. For effective system design solution, incremental improvements to the existing system at each element level should meet the user expectations. A detailed view of the inputs and outputs occurring at each component level of a hemodialysis machine is presented in this study. This research work provides suggestions to address the functions of existing dialysis machine for home use. The suggestions are based on systems approach. Risk mitigation plan is devised for preventing the critical accidents while designing the machine for home hemodialysis using Swiss Cheese approach.