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Early Intervention for Steal Syndrome in Patients on Hemodialysis
Nephrol Nurs J. 2023 Mar-Apr;50(2):117-130.ABSTRACTDialysis access-associated steal syndrome (DASS) is a serious, challenging complication related to diminished arterial blood flow to the hand. Patients may not be routinely assessed for this diagnosis, resulting in a delayed presentation with severe hand pain, nerve damage, and tissue loss. This pilot project examined the feasibility of implementing an assessment tool to routinely screen patients for steal syndrome. The tool was used for all patients in three participating dialysis centers. Positive patients had a streamlined referral to vascular surgery for assessment and...
Source: Nephrology Nursing Journal - April 19, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Nada F Kamel Margaret T Bowers Christina Leonard Ellen D Dillavou Source Type: research
