Long-term patency rate of the translocated autologous saphenous vein versus prosthetic material in vascular access surgery for haemodialysis and parenteral nutrition

CONCLUSION: The SV can be preferred over PTFE when conduit material is needed for long-term vascular access for HD or PN treatment due to its higher secondary patency and lower infection risk.PMID:34847751 | DOI:10.1177/11297298211013133

Source: The Journal of Vascular Access - December 1, 2021 Category: Surgery Authors: Wouter Driessen Wilbert van der Meijden Geert Wanten Frank van Hoek Source Type: research