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Arteriovenous Fistula Creation & Revision (for Hemodialysis)
About Arteriovenous Fistula Creation & Revision (for Hemodialysis)
An arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is a surgically created connection between an...
An arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is a surgically created connection between an artery and vein used for long-term dialysis access.
Overview
AVFs provide reliable blood flow for hemodialysis and are considered the preferred dialysis access option.
Understanding The Procedure
Symptoms Arteriovenous Fistula Creation & Revision (for Hemodialysis)
- ⦾ Poor dialysis flow
- ⦾ Swelling near access site
- ⦾ Bleeding
- ⦾ Pain
- ⦾ Loss of thrill or bruit
Risks
- ⦾ Infection
- ⦾ Thrombosis
- ⦾ Access failure
- ⦾ Bleeding
- ⦾ Steal syndrome
Post-Operative Care
- ⦾ Avoid heavy lifting on access arm
- ⦾ Keep access clean
- ⦾ Monitor bruit and thrill
- ⦾ Routine vascular follow-up
Long Term Outlook
Well-functioning AVFs provide durable dialysis access and improve long-term dialysis effectiveness.
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