AV Access Surgery: A Step-by-Step Guide
"Medically speaking, AV access surgery is important to connect the artery to the vein. This connection, which is often installed in the arm, is essential for patients undergoing hemodialysis due to kidney failure. Vascular surgeons or interventional radiologists perform this minimally invasive procedure to create an arteriovenous fistula or graft, allowing efficient blood flow. This access point acts as a lifeline for patients by allowing easy connection to dialysis machines, enabling the removal of waste and excess fluid from the bloodstream. Patients who require regular dialysis treatments g
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