Comparison of Non-Autologous Hemodialysis Grafts: Bovine Carotid Artery Versus Synthetic

An arteriovenous fistula is considered the ideal option for first-time hemodialysis arteriovenous access (AVA). For patients presenting with poor caliber upper extremity veins, is unclear which non-autologous conduit choice is superior. We aimed to compare outcomes between bovine carotid artery (BCA) and synthetic grafts for first-time upper extremity AVA.

Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery - December 8, 2023 Category: Surgery Authors: Richard A. Meena, Mustafa A. Khader, Maja Wichhart Donzo, Olamide Alabi Tags: WINNER OF THE 2023 DAVID ROSENTHAL, MD RESIDENT POSTER COMPETITION FOR BEST RESIDENT POSTER   & WINNER OF THE 2023 ROBERT B. SMITH, III, MD AWARD  FOR BEST RESIDENT ABSTRACT AND ORAL PRESENTATION Source Type: research