Current State of Vascular Access in Patients on Hemodialysis in Bahrain
Abstract:Background & Objective: Patients on hemodialysis (HD) require well-functioning vascular access for its initiation and successful transition to dialysis. Arteriovenous fistula is recognized internationally as the first choice of vascular access due to its long lifespan and low incidence of complications in comparison to other methods. Despite this, the rates remain poor. The aim of the study was to document the trend of vascular access currently observed in the hemodialysis centers.Methodology: This is cross-se… Show more
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