Definition

Relating to a medical process that removes waste and excess substances from the blood when the kidneys are not functioning properly.

Example

The patient required dialytic treatment to manage their kidney failure.

Conversation

I heard that the new treatment is dialytic and can really help with kidney issues.

That sounds promising! I've read about some advancements in that area.

Yeah, I hope it becomes widely available soon.

Me too! It's great to see progress in dialytic therapies for patients.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dialytic → It is formed from "dia-" (meaning through or across) and "lytic" (from Greek "lytikos", meaning able to loosen or dissolve). The word "dialytic" refers to the process of separating substances through a membrane, allowing certain particles to pass through while others are retained.

Memory Tip

Think of 'through' ('dia-') and 'able to loosen' ('lytic') to remember that 'dialytic' relates to the process of separating substances.

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