# External Organ Machines The 'Purifier' Mobile Dialysis System Discretely Acts as a Kidney By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-06-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-dialysis References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2013/06/18/hidden-dialysis/) & [uwid.uni-wuppertal.de](http://www.uwid.uni-wuppertal.de/examensarbeiten/caroline-kuechler.html) The 'Purifier' [mobile dialysis system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspo-smart-insulin) works to free people tethered to a cumbersome dialysis machine while waiting for a kidney transplant. Wrapping around your waist, the sleek machine remains discrete while mimicking the function of a functional kidney. The Purifier pumps [dialysate throughout the body](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptable-water-purification-system) while you're on the move. Conceived by designer Caroline Küchler, the machine was built to lessen the debilitating effects of poor kidney functioning. Traditionally, those waiting for a [kidney donor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nephrogen) must undergo several dialysis treatments a week while being hooked up to a large and static machine. This means that common everyday activities like holding a job becomes fairly difficult. By making the process mobile, Küchler is freeing these people to go about their daily lives. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mobile Dialysis:** Developing portable dialysis systems that allow patients to receive treatment while on the move opens up opportunities for a more flexible and convenient healthcare experience. - **Discrete Medical Devices:** Creating medical devices that are discreet and portable enables individuals with chronic medical conditions to maintain their privacy and lead more normal lives. - **Functional Replacement Organs:** Designing innovative systems that mimic the function of vital organs offers hope for individuals awaiting transplants and improves their quality of life. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare Technology:** Developing and manufacturing advanced medical devices and technologies that improve patient care and enhance mobility in healthcare settings. - **Biotechnology:** Exploring breakthroughs in biotechnology to develop functional replacement organs utilizing advanced biomaterials, cell engineering, and regenerative medicine. - **Wearable Technology:** Incorporating medical functionalities into wearable devices allows for discreet and mobile healthcare solutions, revolutionizing the treatment of chronic diseases. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Disease Detection Toilet Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urify.md) - [Remote Kidney Care Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/somatus.md) - [Toilet Tablet Health Tests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urify1.md) - [Water Purifier Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ladislamp-disinfection.md) - [Avant-Garde Water Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasium-water-purifier.md) - [Vibrant Metal Water Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conecto.md) - [Portable Cleaning Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulito.md) - [Kidney Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metasano.md) - [Avant-Garde Water Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasium.md)