The implantable bioartificial kidney is a two-part system. The first part consists of a silicon nanofilter that mimics the glomerulus, the filtering unit of the natural kidney. These nanofilters are engineered to remove toxins and excess fluids from the blood. The second part of the device involves a bioreactor containing renal tubular cells, which help maintain the body's chemical balance by reabsorbing vital substances and secreting waste. Together, these components aim to replicate the functions of a natural kidney.
