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Creating Radio-cephalic Arteriovenous Fistula in the Forearm with a Modified No-Touch Technique
Published on: April 1, 2022
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Factors influencing arteriovenous fistulas: A multicenter study
1Hamidiye Faculty of Nursing, University of Health Sciences Turkey, Istanbul, Turkey.
Summary
Arteriovenous fistulas (AVF) in hemodialysis patients require regular monitoring. Factors like age and AVF location impact function and longevity, necessitating proactive management to prevent complications.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Vascular Surgery
Background:
- Arteriovenous fistulas (AVF) are crucial for hemodialysis (HD) access.
- Maintaining AVF function and longevity is essential for effective HD treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate AVF in HD patients.
- To identify factors influencing AVF function and longevity.
- To investigate risks associated with AVF complications.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional, descriptive study design.
- Physical examination of AVFs in 279 chronic HD patients.
- Data collection via patient information form and Arteriovenous Fistula Assessment Scale (AVF-AS).
Main Results:
- Age, AVF location, and number of AVFs created correlated with needle entry, flow problems, stenosis, and ischemic complications.
- AVF dysfunction negatively impacted HD pump speed and adequacy.
- Gender, AVF location, AVF duration, and prior AVF number were risks for AVF complications.
Conclusions:
- Regular follow-up and evaluation are vital for HD patients with AVFs.
- Minimizing AVF dysfunction and failure requires proactive management of identified risk factors.
- Understanding factors affecting AVF longevity improves patient outcomes.
