Effect of distal cephalic vein ligation on primary patency rates and proximal flow rates in distal radiocephalic fistula

Conclusion: Distal cephalic vein ligation does not increase the proximal cephalic flow rates and primary patency rates after one month. However, venous hypertension was associated in 5% of nonligated cases at one year follow up.

Source: Indian Journal of Nephrology - March 3, 2020 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Reuben F De Sousa Source Type: research