Autologous arteriovenous fistulas for hemodialysis using microsurgery techniques in children weighing less than 20  kg

ConclusionsAVF using microsurgery techniques is feasible in young children, showing an early failure rate of 12.5%. Time to first cannulation may be rather long, but secondary patency is excellent. Thrombosis rate is high during KT.
Source: Pediatric Nephrology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research