[Initial experiences with a new painless vascular approach in hemodialysis in children]

The necessity of hemodialysis in children is pointed out to be treated at specialized pediatric dialysis centers. In this connection a new vascular access is presented. The device is made from vitreous carbon and is mounted on a PTFE vascular prosthesis. By means of disposable connectors it can be dialysed without puncturing the implant. The device was implanted for the first time in the world in a small boy of 19 kg bodyweight. Our conclusion is that the biocarbon device is a welcome alleviation and an alternative for angio-access in children.