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Plasmapheresis

Description:

Plasmapheresis is a medical procedure that involves the removal, treatment, and return of blood plasma. This process helps with the treatment of certain autoimmune disorders, removing harmful substances from the plasma and replacing it with healthy plasma or other fluids.

Senses:

1. Noun: The medical procedure of removing and replacing blood plasma.
2. Noun: The process of separating plasma from blood.

Usage:

Popular: Plasmapheresis is commonly used in the treatment of autoimmune diseases like myasthenia gravis and Guillain-Barré syndrome.

Local: Plasmapheresis is available at the local hospital to help patients with a variety of medical conditions.

Sample Sentences:

1. The doctor recommended plasmapheresis as a treatment option for the patient's autoimmune disorder.
2. During plasmapheresis, the patient's blood is filtered to remove harmful substances.
3. The local hospital offers plasmapheresis as a vital treatment for certain diseases.

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