Outcomes of Arteriovenous Fistula Formation in an Octogenarian Population
- Author:
Leong BDK
;
Huang YY
;
Vijayan V
;
Mwipatayi P
;
Hockley J
;
Sandford M
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- From:Journal of Surgical Academia
2012;2(2):1-1
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Given the ultimate lower usage rate of the AVF and higher intervention rate within 12 months of creation, AVF formation in octogenarian patients may not be appropriate. Patient selection is vital and alternative renal access should be considered especially for those patients with risk factors associated with failure.
- Full text:W020151006398883709520.pdf
