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Biomaterials for hemodialysis access

K Johansen1, D Lyman, L Sauvage

  • 1Hope Heart Institute, Seattle, Wash.

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|January 1, 1994
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Autogenous veins are ideal for hemodialysis access, but most patients need synthetic grafts. This review examines current graft limitations and future development needs for optimal dialysis access.

Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Nephrology

Background:

  • Arterialized autogenous subcutaneous veins represent the optimal vascular conduit for hemodialysis access.
  • However, a significant portion of patients with end-stage renal disease cannot utilize this option, necessitating the use of implanted biomaterial conduits.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To survey current biografts employed for hemodialysis access.
  • To emphasize the known limitations of existing hemodialysis grafts.
  • To outline critical questions for the development of superior dialysis access grafts.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current hemodialysis biografts.
  • Analysis of documented limitations of existing synthetic grafts.
  • Identification of key research and development areas for future grafts.

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Main Results:

  • Current biografts for hemodialysis access possess inherent limitations impacting long-term patency and function.
  • A significant gap exists between the performance of autogenous veins and currently available synthetic grafts.

Conclusions:

  • Further research and development are crucial to overcome the limitations of current biomaterial conduits.
  • Addressing specific questions regarding material properties, biocompatibility, and surgical techniques is essential for creating optimal hemodialysis access grafts.