Radio‐cephalic arteriovenous fistula recovered with drainage through the brachial vein. Issue 4 (20th February 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Norton de Matos, António; Sousa, Clemente Neves; Almeida, Paulo; Teles, Paulo; Rego, Duarte; Teixeira, Gabriela; Loureiro, Luís; Teixeira, Sérgio
• Is Part Of: Hemodialysis international. Volume 22:Issue 4(2018)
• Page Start: E53
• Page End: E56
• Publication Date: 2018-02-20
• Subjects: Vascular access -- hemodialysis -- arteriovenous fistula -- brachial vein; Hemodialysis -- Periodicals; Renal Dialysis -- Periodicals; Renal Dialysis -- Congresses; Hemodialysis, Home -- Congresses; 617.461059
• DOI: 10.1111/hdi.12641
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1492-7535

Abstract

Abstract: Dysfunction of arteriovenous access for hemodialysis is a challenge for the vascular surgeon. Some patients have complex vascular access with problems that are difficult to solve. Careful analysis of the vascular network with ultrasound and dissection of the veins during surgery can help to identify the best option for each access. We introduce and discuss the case of creation of a radio‐cephalic fistula with outflow into the brachial vein in 64‐year‐old hemodialysis male patient. This technique enables extending fistula patency, arterializing the brachial vein, and improves cost efficiency.