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Amputations associated with arteriovenous access.

J J Nicholas1, P Khanna, D Baldwin

  • 1Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, USA.

American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
|April 1, 2000
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Patients undergoing hemodialysis with diabetes and prior leg amputations face a high risk of upper limb amputation due to ischemic events near their access site.

Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Diabetology

Background:

  • End-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients on hemodialysis often have complex comorbidities.
  • Diabetes mellitus is a significant risk factor for vascular complications in ESRD patients.
  • Arteriovenous access is crucial for hemodialysis but can be associated with complications.

Observation:

  • An index case of upper limb amputation in a hemodialysis patient was identified.
  • Physician interviews and medical record reviews were conducted.
  • The study focused on identifying common characteristics among patients requiring amputation.

Findings:

  • Hemodialysis patients with diabetes and existing leg amputations are particularly vulnerable.
  • Ischemic episodes occurring distal to the arteriovenous access site can precipitate arm amputation.

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  • This highlights a critical pathway leading to severe limb loss in this patient population.

    • Implications:

    • Early identification and intervention for vascular risks in diabetic hemodialysis patients are crucial.
    • Preventive strategies targeting ischemic complications near access sites may reduce amputation rates.
    • Improved patient selection and monitoring for arteriovenous access in high-risk individuals are warranted.