Early application of an intermittent pneumatic compression device assists dilation of radiocephalic fistulas.

CONCLUSION: Early application of the Fist Assist® device may be more effective at helping radiocephalic fistula mature as compared to brachiocephalic fistulas. Successful radiocephalic fistula maturation may decrease vascular access costs, reduce complications, and preserve upper arm veins for future use in vascular access. PMID: 30101646 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30101646?dopt=Abstract

Source: The Journal of Vascular Access - August 15, 2018 Category: Surgery Tags: J Vasc Access Source Type: research

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