Multi-Disciplinary Care Approach and Pre-Operative Vascular Mapping Can Improve Arteriovenous Fistula Outcomes in Chinese Hemodialysis Patients
- Author:
Ip CH
;
Ma WK
;
Lam YC
;
Fung KS
;
Cheung FK
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- From:Journal of Surgical Academia
2012;2(2):1-1
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
The AVF outcomes in terms of primary failure, patency and complication rates were significantly improved after introduction of multi-disciplinary care approach and pre-operative sonographic vascular mapping. These initiatives should be carried on and widely promoted in various hospitals with hemodialysis facilities.
- Full text:W020151006375230118651.pdf
