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. 2016 Mar;97(3):297-306.
doi: 10.1016/j.diii.2015.12.008. Epub 2016 Jan 19.

Three-dimensional MDCT angiography for the assessment of arteriovenous grafts and fistulas in hemodialysis access

S Ahmed  1 , S P Raman  2 , E K Fishman  3
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Three-dimensional MDCT angiography for the assessment of arteriovenous grafts and fistulas in hemodialysis access

S Ahmed et al. Diagn Interv Imaging. 2016 Mar.
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Abstract

Arteriovenous grafts and fistulas are placed for long-term hemodialysis access, and their associated complications can lead to considerable morbidity. Multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT) images provide accurate delineation of hemodialysis access anatomy and show potential complications. This review makes the reader more familiar with vascular access anatomy and configurations, describes the appearance of access complications encountered on MDCT, and discusses endovascular and surgical treatment options for complications, which should aid in post-treatment evaluation.

Keywords: Computed tomography; Dialysis fistula; Dialysis graft; MDCT-angiography; Multidetector-row computed tomography.

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