Willem J Kolff

Willem J. Kolff

Willem J Kolff
MD PhD
1911-2009
Cleveland, OH, USA
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In recognition of his early work on the development of an artificial kidney, which has in recent years contributed to the prolongation of life of many patients suffering from renal failure, and has made it practical to consider the use of kidney transplants. His work continues in an effort to develop other artificial organs.

† 1911-2009