Evaluating safety of tunneled small bore central venous catheters in chronic kidney disease population: A quality improvement initiative

Discussion TSB‐CVCs demonstrated an excellent safety profile in our study. These catheters should be preferentially utilized for arm vein preservation in advanced kidney disease. Their impact on future AVF success needs further evaluation.

Source: Hemodialysis International - June 30, 2016 Category: Hematology Authors: Gauri Bhutani, Mireille El Ters, Walter K Kremers, Joe L Klunder, Sandra J. Taler, Amy W. Williams, Andrew H. Stockland, Marie C. Hogan Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research