Abstract

SILVA, Rui F. et al. Immature hemodialysis arteriovenous fistulas: What should we aim for?. Port J Nephrol Hypert [online]. 2021, vol.35, n.2, pp.106-110.  Epub June 29, 2021. ISSN 0872-0169.  https://doi.org/10.32932/pjnh.2021.07.130.

Arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) are the first-choice vascular access for most HD patients. Up to 60% of AVFs do not mature adequately, mostly due to stenosis. Surgical and endovascular techniques can rescue up to 80% of these AVFs from primary failure, allowing them to be safely and effectively used in HD, preserving venous capital, and avoiding placement of CVCs and associated complications. This article reviews and

summarizes the existing literature, offering a practical approach on early identification, treatment, and monitoring of immature AVFs.

Keywords : arteriovenous fistula; hemodialysis; angioplasty..

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