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Review
. 2013 Aug;93(4):997-1012, x.
doi: 10.1016/j.suc.2013.05.002. Epub 2013 Jun 21.

Hemodialysis access

David A Rose  1 , Emmanuel Sonaike, Kakra Hughes
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Review

Hemodialysis access

David A Rose et al. Surg Clin North Am. 2013 Aug.

Abstract

The number of patients requiring dialysis is increasing, in particular those patients over the age of 75. The arteriovenous fistula is the preferred access for hemodialysis due to fewer complications and decreased mortality. Access complications are common and require early recognition and treatment. Postoperative access surveillance is important to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment of access-related complications. There is a continued need for high-quality data to assist in determining the best access for each patient.

Keywords: Arteriovenous fistula; Complications; DOQI; Hemodialysis.

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