Standardization of Pre-operative Evaluation to Improve the Outcome of Arteriovenous Fistula for Vascular Access of Hemodialysis: A Review of 700 Cases
Mukesh Suryawanshi,
Palak Dutta,
Rohit Ganduboina
et al.
Abstract:Background
With the advent of COVID-19, mortality rates of end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) rose by 37% which makes its treatment an important part of healthcare. Arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is linked to higher patient survival rates. Cimino-Brescia fistula is the most effective vascular access technique, but it has a high rate of primary failure (PF) and a several-week maturation period before it can be used. The current study aims to verify the preoperative evaluation in improving survival among AV… Show more
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