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  • Title: Arteriovenous fistula in dialysis patients: Factors implicated in early and late AVF maturation failure.
    Author: Bashar K, Conlon PJ, Kheirelseid EA, Aherne T, Walsh SR, Leahy A.
    Journal: Surgeon; 2016 Oct; 14(5):294-300. PubMed ID: 26988630.
    Abstract:
    Increasing numbers of patients are being diagnosed with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), and the demand for on haemodialysis (HD) is rising. Arteriovenous fistulae (AVFs) remain the best conduit for adequate HD, with fewer complications associated with long-term use compared to bypass grafts and central venous catheters. However, it is known that many newly formed fistulae do not mature to provide useful HD access. The paper provides a narrative overview of factors influencing the process of AVF maturation failure.
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