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A surgical connection between an artery and a vein, typically in the forearm, created to provide reliable vascular access for hemodialysis.
An AV fistula is the gold standard for hemodialysis vascular access. Created by surgically connecting an artery to a vein (usually radiocephal or brachiocephal), the fistula matures over 6-8 weeks as the vein dilates and thickens under arterial pressure. A mature AVF provides high blood flow rates (300-500 mL/min), low complication rates, and can last 10+ years. Monitoring includes physical examination (thrill and bruit), flow measurement, and surveillance for stenosis. ZuvFlo tracks AVF creation date, maturation status, cannulation history, and complication events.
The surgical connection created to allow blood to flow between the patient's circulatory system and the dialysis machine during hemodialysis sessions.
A medical procedure that filters waste products, excess fluids, and toxins from the blood using a dialysis machine when the kidneys can no longer perform this function adequately.
The technique of inserting a needle into a vascular access to establish blood flow for hemodialysis, requiring specialized skills to prevent complications and preserve access longevity.
A synthetic tube surgically implanted to connect an artery to a vein for hemodialysis access when native vessels are unsuitable for AV fistula creation.
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This content is a general reference, not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment plan. Do not change your diet, fluids, medicines, or dialysis plan without your nephrologist or renal dietitian. Individual recommendations depend on your labs, medications, conditions, and care plan.