Fistula Flashcards
1
Q
Common fistula sites
A
Radiocephalic, brachiocephalic, brachiobasilic
2
Q
Cause of fistula failing
A
Proximal arterial stenosis
Proximal venous stenosis
Hypotension
Stenosis within fistula
3
Q
What are steal syndromes
A
Occurs when too much blood moves through the fistula resulting in ischaemia of hand or foot due to lack of blood flowing distally
4
Q
How longs does an av fistula take before it can be used for dialysis
A
16-24 weeks
