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Ravindhran B, Totty JP, Sidapra M, Lathan R, Carradice D, Chetter IC, Smith GE. Long term outcomes of 'Christmas Tree' banding for haemodialysis access induced distal ischemia: A 13-year experience. J Vasc Access 2024; 25:863-871. [PMID: 36474333 DOI: 10.1177/11297298221141497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/17/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The reduction in distal arterial flow following arteriovenous fistula (AVF) creation can cause a perfusion deficit known as haemodialysis access induced distal ischemia (HAIDI). Various techniques have been advocated to treat this difficult problem with varying success. We present the long-term outcomes following a novel banding technique. METHODS 46 patients in this cohort from 2008 to 2021 underwent a novel banding procedure using a Dacron™ patch shaped with one slit-end and saw-tooth edges (resulting in a 'Christmas-tree' pattern) to provide a ratchet mechanism to progressively constrict the fistula outflow. Real-time finger perfusion pressure monitoring allowed an accurate reduction in AVF flow whilst increasing distal arterial perfusion pressure. Baseline characteristic were recorded and Kaplan-Meier survival curves were obtained to calculate the post-intervention primary, assisted primary and secondary patency. RESULTS 29 patients presented with rest pain and 11 presented with tissue loss due to distal ischemia. The post-intervention primary access patency was 100%, 98%, 78% and 61% at 30, 60 and 180 days and 1 year respectively. Complete resolution of symptoms was achieved in 74% (n = 34) of patients and a partial response needing no further intervention was achieved in 11% (n = 5) of patients. A Youden index calculation suggested that digital pressures of 41 mm Hg or lower in an open AVF were highly sensitive for symptomatic hand ischemia whereas pressures greater than 65 mm Hg ruled out distal ischemia. CONCLUSION 'Christmas-tree' banding with on table finger systolic pressures is not only an efficacious and durable method for treating HAIDI but also preserves fistula patency.
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- Academic Vascular Surgical Unit, Hull York Medical School, Hull, UK
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- Academic Vascular Surgical Unit, Hull York Medical School, Hull, UK
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- Academic Vascular Surgical Unit, Hull York Medical School, Hull, UK
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- Academic Vascular Surgical Unit, Hull York Medical School, Hull, UK
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- Academic Vascular Surgical Unit, Hull York Medical School, Hull, UK
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- Academic Vascular Surgical Unit, Hull York Medical School, Hull, UK
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Franchin M, Goddi A, Muscato P, Cervarolo MC, Piffaretti G, Tozzi M. Implanted blood vessel external support device for the treatment of distal hypoperfusion ischemic syndrome in arteriovenous fistulas and high-frame-rate Vector Flow quality assessment. J Vasc Access 2024; 25:642-650. [PMID: 36708038 DOI: 10.1177/11297298231151715] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Distal hypoperfusion ischemic syndrome (DHIS) is a complication occurring after arteriovenous fistula (AVF) creation. Different surgical alternatives haves been proposed in case of severe DHIS. Aim of the present paper is to present a new technique for DHIS treatment. MATERIAL AND METHODS Between the 1st of January 2021 and the 31st December 2021 all the patients referred to our center for DHIS grade 2-4 were treated with a new surgical technique. It consists of AVF remodeling using an external nitinol support (VasQ®) to reduce the risk of outflow vein enlargement and DHIS recurrence. To better appreciate the hemodynamic effects of the surgery, a new ultrasound technique called high-frame-rate Vector Flow (HiFR-VF) was used. RESULTS Seven patients (M:F 1:3; mean age 43 ± 12 years, range 29-65) were included in this study. Central line was never necessary, and technical success was 100% at 12 months. The comparison with historical data demonstrated lower recurrence of symptoms in comparison to simple artery-to-vein redo (p 0.50). The HiFR-VF showed flow with limited turbulent characteristics at the anastomosis site. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION The new technique proposed demonstrated to be safe and effective for treatment of DHIS, preventing symptoms recurrence. Ultrasound examination and HiFR-VF can be considered a valuable method to evaluate complex flows at the levels of vascular anastomosis.
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- Marco Franchin
- Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery and Morphological Sciences, Circolo University Teaching Hospital, University of Insubria School of Medicine, Varese, Italy
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- Centro Medico SME - Diagnostica per Immagini, Varese, Italy
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- Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery and Morphological Sciences, Circolo University Teaching Hospital, University of Insubria School of Medicine, Varese, Italy
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- Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery and Morphological Sciences, Circolo University Teaching Hospital, University of Insubria School of Medicine, Varese, Italy
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- Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery and Morphological Sciences, Circolo University Teaching Hospital, University of Insubria School of Medicine, Varese, Italy
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- Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery and Morphological Sciences, Circolo University Teaching Hospital, University of Insubria School of Medicine, Varese, Italy
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Yadav R, Gerrickens MWM, Teijink JAW, Scheltinga MRM. Abnormal preoperative digital brachial index is associated with lower 2-year arteriovenous fistula access patency. J Vasc Surg 2021; 74:237-245. [PMID: 33359237 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2020.12.075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 12/09/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the present study was to assess whether a single measurement of the digital brachial index (DBI; systolic finger pressure/systemic pressure ratio), reflecting the arm's circulation, was associated with access patency in patients with severe chronic kidney disease scheduled for arteriovenous fistula (AVF) creation. METHODS A bilateral DBI was obtained using digital plethysmography just before construction of the patient's first AVF from January 2009 to December 2017 at one center. A DBI of 80% to 99% was considered normal, and a DBI of <80% (low) or DBI of ≥100% (high) were considered abnormal. DBI values ipsilateral to the AVF were used for analysis. The primary and secondary access patency rates were calculated using reported standards and compared using standard statistical techniques. RESULTS Data sets of 163 patients were obtained (69 women; age, 71 ± 12 years). The median follow-up was 40 weeks (range, 0-104 weeks; follow-up index, 99% ± 1%). Patients with abnormal preoperative DBI values had lower 2-year primary patency rates (low DBI, 25% ± 11%; high DBI, 28% ± 6%; normal DBI, 49% ± 8%; P = .018). After correction for age, sex, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease, smoking status, and a history of ipsilateral central venous catheter use, an adjusted model demonstrated that abnormal DBI values conferred an increased risk of primary patency failure (low DBI [<80%]: hazard ratio [HR], 2.25; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.13-4.48; high DBI [≥100%]: HR, 1.74; 95% CI, 1.06-2.85; P < .030 for both). Patients with a low preoperative DBI had also had diminished secondary patency (HR, 2.86; 95% CI, 1.08-7.59; P = .035). In contrast, the diameters of the outflow veins did not determine access patency. CONCLUSIONS Patients with abnormal DBI values before AVF construction for hemodialysis had lower 2-year access patency rates compared with patients with a normal DBI. Plethysmographic finger measurements might have a role in the preoperative counseling of patients with severe chronic kidney disease requiring an AVF.
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- Reshabh Yadav
- Department of Surgery, Máxima Medical Center, Veldhoven.
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Arm and hand function in hemodialysis patients. A cross sectional analytical study. SCIENTIA MEDICA 2020. [DOI: 10.15448/1980-6108.2020.1.35301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Aims: To investigate the arm and hand function in hemodialysis patients.Methods: Upper limb function using validated questionnaires such as Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand Questionnaire (DASH), Cochin and Boston were applied to 57 chronic renal failure patients on hemodialysis and 60 healthy controls. Epidemiological data, data on pain and paresthesia in the upper limb and handgrip strength were obtained.Results: The three questionnaires showed worse performance of upper limb function in chronic renal failure patients than controls: DASH questionnaire with P = 0.05; Cochin questionnaire with P = 0.0004 and Boston questionnaire with P = 0.03. The questionnaire scores were affected by presence of pain (P = 0.05 for DASH and < 0.0001 for Boston questionnaires) and paresthesia (DASH with P = 0.003; Cochin with P = 0.01 and Boston questionnaire with P < 0.0001). Handgripstrength was lower in hemodialysis patients when compared with controls (P = 0.02) but did not affect the performance of any of the studied questionnaires.Conclusions: Upper limb function is impaired in hemodialysis patients and the main associations found were with pain and paresthesia.
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Gerrickens MW, Vaes RH, Wiersma V, van Kuijk SM, Snoeijs MG, Govaert B, Scheltinga MR. Revision using distal inflow for high flow hemodialysis access alters arterial flow characteristics in the dialysis arm. J Vasc Surg 2020; 71:920-928. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2019.06.197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2019] [Accepted: 06/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Beathard GA, Jennings WC, Wasse H, Shenoy S, Hentschel DM, Abreo K, Urbanes A, Nassar G, Dolmatch B, Davidson I, Asif A. ASDIN white paper: Assessment and management of hemodialysis access-induced distal ischemia by interventional nephrologists. J Vasc Access 2019; 21:543-553. [PMID: 31884872 DOI: 10.1177/1129729819894774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Although not common, hemodialysis access-induced distal ischemia is a serious condition resulting in significant hemodialysis patient morbidity. Patients with signs and symptoms suggestive of hand ischemia frequently present to the general and interventional nephrologist for evaluation. In order to care for these cases, it is necessary to understand this syndrome and its management. Most cases can be managed conservatively without intervention. Some cases requiring intervention may be treated using techniques within the scope of practice of the interventional nephrologists while other cases require vascular surgery. In order for the interventional nephrologists to evaluate and manage these cases in a timely and appropriate manner, practice guidelines are presented.
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- School of Community Medicine, The University of Oklahoma, Tulsa, OK, USA
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- Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- School of Medicine, LSU Health Shreveport, Shreveport, LA, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, USA
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- Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA
- Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX, USA
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- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
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- Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine at Seton Hall University, Nutley, NJ, USA
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Fominykh NM, Zulkarnaev AB, Gegenava BB, Kardanakhishvili ZB. [Endovascular embolization of arteriovenous fistula in a patient with hand ischemia]. Khirurgiia (Mosk) 2019:111-116. [PMID: 31317950 DOI: 10.17116/hirurgia2019061111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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We present a case report of atypical hand ischemia probably caused by a combination of venous insufficiency and steal syndrome in patient with arteriovenous fistula for hemodialysis. Unclear clinical symptoms may be due to severe trophic disorders (delayed treatment) or combination of two complications (steal syndrome and venous insufficiency). At the same time, we did not get any diagnostic data confirming organic injury of the upper limb veins or central veins. AVF closure did not result positive changes. Angiography made it possible to assess veins patency, to detect additional patent AVF and to close it. It was previously assumed that this previously created AVF was completely occluded. Therefore, positive changes were observed: rapid healing of trophic ulcers, complete disappearance of pain and gradual restoration of function.
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- N M Fominykh
- Department of transplantology, nephrology and artificial organs, Vladimirsky Moscow Regional Research and Clinical Institute, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of transplantology, nephrology and artificial organs, Vladimirsky Moscow Regional Research and Clinical Institute, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of transplantology, nephrology and artificial organs, Vladimirsky Moscow Regional Research and Clinical Institute, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of transplantology, nephrology and artificial organs, Vladimirsky Moscow Regional Research and Clinical Institute, Moscow, Russia
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Oprea A, Molnar A, Scridon T, Mircea PA. Digital pressure in haemodialysis patients with brachial arteriovenous fistula. Indian J Med Res 2019; 149:376-383. [PMID: 31249203 PMCID: PMC6607816 DOI: 10.4103/ijmr.ijmr_415_17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Background & objectives : The pathophysiological mechanisms involved in distal pressure changes following arteriovenous fistula (AVF) creation in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) are not completely understood. This study was aimed to assess digital pressure changes post-AVF creation and to identify the factors that might influence these changes in ESRD patients. Methods : In this prospective study, 41 patients with ESRD underwent AVF creation. Basal digital pressure (BDP), digital brachial index (DBI), calcium, phosphorus and blood urea levels were assessed preoperatively. BDP, DBI, vein and artery diameters, and AVF blood flow were also evaluated at one and two month(s) post-AVF creation. Results : Mean BDP significantly decreased from 131.64±25.86 mmHg (baseline) to 93.15±32.14 and 94.53±32.90 mmHg at one and two months post-AVF creation, respectively (P <0.001). Mean DBI significantly decreased one month post-AVF creation versus baseline (0.70±0.18 vs. 0.89±0.17 mm, P <0.001) and remained similar at two versus one month(s) postoperatively (0.70±0.23 vs. 0.70±0.18 mm). At both postoperative timepoints, no correlation between DBI decrease and increased artery and vein diameters or fistula blood flow was observed. Mean DBI difference between patients with previous ipsilateral access versus those without was not significant from pre to one month postoperatively. No correlation was observed between baseline phosphorus, calcium and blood urea nitrogen and DBI changes. Interpretation & conclusions : Our findings suggest that decrease in distal pressure following AVF creation may not be influenced by the arterial remodelling degree, vein diameter or fistula flow. In uraemic patients, those with low calcium and/or increased phosphorus, no association between these parameters and DBI changes could be observed.
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- Alexandru Oprea
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, "Niculae Stancioiu" Heart Institute, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, "Niculae Stancioiu" Heart Institute, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, "Niculae Stancioiu" Heart Institute, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Emergency Clinical County Hospital, University of Medicine & Pharmacy "Iuliu Hatieganu", Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Chai SC, Sulaiman WAW, Saad AZM, Rasool AH, Shokri AA. Skin Microcirculatory Changes in Relation to Arteriovenous Fistula Maturation. Indian J Nephrol 2018; 28:421-426. [PMID: 30647495 PMCID: PMC6309389 DOI: 10.4103/ijn.ijn_402_17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Maturation of arteriovenous fistula (AVF) involves complex vascular remodeling. In this study, we evaluated the changes of skin microvascular perfusion over the extremity with AVF maturation using the laser Doppler fluximetry (LDF). A total of 45 patients with chronic kidney disease, Stages IV-V, were included; they had undergone AVF creation from July 2014 to June 2016 at our institute. The measurement of skin microvascular perfusion was accomplished proximal and distal to the fistula anastomosis site: pre- and post-operative day 1, week 2, week 6, and week 12. Thirty-two patients with mean age of 55.6 had achieved AVF maturation. There were 40.6% radial-based and 59.4% brachial-based AVF. There was a 32.8% reduction of mean skin perfusion distal to the fistula by day 1 compared to the baseline perfusion; however, perfusion increased 47% by week 2 compared to day 1 and no dramatic change was subsequently noted. There was an increase of mean skin perfusion, proximal to fistula anastomosis, over 12 weeks with 35.8% at day 1 from the baseline. However, the changes of the mean skin perfusion were not statistically significant. There was no significant relation of skin perfusion changes with the type of fistula, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. LDF successfully detected the subclinical change of skin microvascular perfusion in relation to AVF creation. Reduction of skin perfusion distal to the fistula suggests that in patients with existing perfusion inadequacy of extremities, they may experience ischemic symptoms as early as day 1 postoperation, and require close monitoring for distal limb ischemic-related complications.
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- Siew Cheng Chai
- Reconstructive Sciences Unit, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital Kuala Lumpur, Jalan Pahang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Reconstructive Sciences Unit, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Reconstructive Sciences Unit, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Department of Orthopaedic, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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Regus S, Klingler F, Lang W, Meyer A, Almási-Sperling V, May M, Wüst W, Rother U. Pilot study using intraoperative fluorescence angiography during arteriovenous hemodialysis access surgery. J Vasc Access 2018; 20:175-183. [PMID: 30200839 DOI: 10.1177/1129729818791989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION: In this pilot study, we used indocyanine green fluorescence angiography during hemodialysis access surgery. The aim was to evaluate its relevance as a diagnostic tool to visualize changes in hand microperfusion. PATIENTS AND METHODS: In this prospective single-center study, 47 adult patients (33 male, 14 female) with renal disease (24 preemptive, 23 endstage) were enrolled. Surgical creation of an arteriovenous fistula was performed (22 forearm, 25 upper arm). Microperfusion of the ipsilateral hand and fingers was evaluated intraoperatively using indocyanine green fluorescence angiography. We compared the cumulated microperfusion parameters ingress (In) and ingress rate (InR) before and after opening of the anastomosis. To compare the dimension of microcirculatory decline, we calculated the ratios of the parameters (RatioIn and RatioInR) after to those before anastomosis opening. RESULTS: The cumulated microperfusion parameters In and InR showed a significant decrease after completion of anastomosis and declamping. This effect has been seen in all patients for the hand and for each finger consecutively. During follow-up (mean 4.6, range 3-11 months), 5 patients (10.6%) complained about hemodialysis access-induced distal ischemia. The ratio of intraoperative microperfusion in those five hemodialysis access-induced ischemia patients was significantly lower compared to asymptomatic patients (RatioIn 0.23 vs 0.58, p = 0.001, and RatioInR 0.25 vs 0.62, p = 0.003). CONCLUSION: Intraoperative fluorescence angiography could visualize the deterioration of ipsilateral hand microperfusion after surgical creation of an arteriovenous fistula. It seems to be a promising tool to detect patients at risk for hemodialysis access-induced distal ischemia early in the peri- or even intraoperative stage.
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- Susanne Regus
- 1 Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany
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- 1 Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany
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- 1 Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany
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- 1 Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany
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- 2 Institute of Radiology, University Hospital Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany
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- 2 Institute of Radiology, University Hospital Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany
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- 1 Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany
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Nojima T, Motomiya Y. Graft Inclusion Technique: A New Flow Reduction Procedure for High Flow Arteriovenous Fistulae. Ann Vasc Dis 2018; 11:202-209. [PMID: 30116412 PMCID: PMC6094033 DOI: 10.3400/avd.oa.17-00132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Objective: Flow reduction is required to preserve vascular access in cases with high flow access (HFA). We report a new flow reduction procedure, the graft inclusion technique (GIT). Methods: The GIT procedure developed by us involves the intraluminal placement and suturing of a 4-mm polytetrafluoroethylene graft to the anastomosis and outflow tract to plicate the enlarged anastomosis and maintain lower flow volumes. Flow reduction for HFA was retrospectively assessed in a series of 25 patients (age 65±12 years; 17 males and 8 females) to evaluate flow volume and patency rate, wherein 10 patients underwent conventional methods of flow reduction and 15 underwent GIT. Results: Compared with preprocedure values, mean flow volume (MFV) was significantly lower after the procedure with both the conventional methods (1,817 vs. 586 ml/min; P<0.05) and the GIT (2,262 vs. 890 ml/min; P<0.05). An increase in MFV occurred during follow-up after conventional flow reduction (586 vs. 1,036 ml/min), while GIT could maintain lower MFV (890 vs. 791 ml/min), suggesting that GIT can significantly lower MFV levels (2,262 vs. 791 ml/min; P<0.05) and maintain these lower MFV levels during follow-up. Secondary patency rate for the GIT was 100% at 1 year and 83% at 3 years. Conclusion: The GIT may be used as an access-preserving, reliable, long-term, and stable flow-reducing procedure that does not require flow adjustment during surgery.
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Gerrickens MWM, Vaes RHD, Govaert B, Teijink JAW, Scheltinga MR. Basilic vein transposition for unsuitable upper arm hemodialysis needle access segment may attenuate concurrent hand ischemia. Hemodial Int 2018. [DOI: 10.1111/hdi.12654] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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- Department of Surgery; Máxima Medical Centre; Veldhoven The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery; Máxima Medical Centre; Veldhoven The Netherlands
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Authors' response to Comments on: The DRIL procedure for arteriovenous access ischemic steal: a controversial approach. J Vasc Access 2017; 19:211. [PMID: 28777408 DOI: 10.5301/jva.5000758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Png CYM, Beckerman WE, Faries PL, Finlay DJ. Endovascular Treatment of Dialysis Access-Induced Hand Ischemia Using a Flared Stent-Graft. J Endovasc Ther 2017; 24:743-745. [PMID: 28675950 DOI: 10.1177/1526602817718539] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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PURPOSE To report an investigation of a purely endovascular procedure to address access-induced hand ischemia in dialysis patients. CASE REPORT Two dialysis patients presented with stage III steal syndrome consisting of severe pain and numbness in their fingers. Preoperative fistulograms distal to the anastomosis showed alternating antegrade and retrograde flow. Under ultrasound guidance, the fistula was accessed and a 4-F micropuncture sheath placed. An angled guidewire was then advanced proximally into the brachial artery. A 6-F short sheath with marker was placed followed by a 4-F straight guide catheter inserted into the proximal brachial artery. A 9-F Flair endovascular stent-graft was advanced over a 0.035-inch stiff angled Glidewire into the fistula just distal to the arterial anastomosis and deployed. Postoperatively, pain and numbness resolved in both patients immediately. Postoperative fistulograms documented antegrade flow. Access flow velocity readings decreased significantly and pulse oximetry readings increased significantly in both patients, who were followed for >6 months with no reported complications. CONCLUSION These 2 cases suggest that this endovascular approach to access-induced hand ischemia may be a viable alternative to open/hybrid surgery.
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- Chien Yi M Png
- 1 Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA
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- 1 Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA
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- 1 Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA
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Alamshah SM, Nazari I, Nahidi A, Sametzadeh M, Khodabakhshi S. Prosthetic Hemodialysis Access-induced Distal Hand Ischemia and its Contributors in Diabetics. Indian J Nephrol 2017; 27:199-204. [PMID: 28553040 PMCID: PMC5434686 DOI: 10.4103/0971-4065.202836] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Avoidance of hand ischemia in the construction of prosthetic access for hemodialysis in diabetics that have no suitable vein for arteriovenous fistula is appreciated. Taper type may be an appropriately matched conduit to prevent its occurrence. This is a prospective controlled trial of 38 selected diabetics requiring hemodialysis, who were referred to our clinic during a period of 6 months. The aim of the study was to evaluate the efficacy of tapered grafts in preventing distal hand hypoperfusion and determining its most likely contributors. In 18 intervening cases, taper 4 mm × 7 mm and in twenty cases (control group), standard 6 mm polytetrafluoroethylene as straight Brachial-Axillary access was used. Graft flow rates, artery and vein diameters, and mean arterial pressure were included for evaluation. Within the control group, 11 patients (55%) (7 cases Grade 1, 3 Grade 2, 1 Grade 3) and in intervening group, 2 cases (11%) (Grade 1, Grade 3) developed Steal syndrome. There was no significant difference in the mean flow rates (P = 0.82). Increased risk of distal hypoperfusion was observed in the control group when flow rates were more than 1000 ml/min. Arterial diameters (P = 0.011) and mean arterial pressure (P = 0.05) were found to be important contributing factors. Taper grafts causes reduced incidence of distal hand hypoperfusion. When artery diameter was <6 mm and mean arterial pressure lower than 100 mmHg and the index (brachial artery diameter × mean arterial pressure) was under 500, distal hand ischemia occurred in standard and tapper type. We therefore recommend selective usage of taper grafts in diabetics with diminished distal hand pulses, considering the contributing factors when fistula first is not feasible.
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- S M Alamshah
- Department of Vascular Surgery and Trauma and Transplantation, Golestan Hospital, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Vascular Surgery and Trauma and Transplantation, Golestan Hospital, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Surgery, Golestan Hospital, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Radiology, Golestan Hospital, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Vascular Surgery and Trauma and Transplantation, Golestan Hospital, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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González-Fajardo J, Brizuela Sanz J, del Río Solá L, Martin Pedrosa M, Revilla Calavia Á, Vaquero Puerta C. Síndrome isquémico de la mano secundario a acceso vascular para hemodiálisis. Estrategias terapéuticas. ANGIOLOGIA 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.angio.2015.02.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Vaes R, Wouda R, Teijink J, Scheltinga M. Venous Side Branch Ligation as a First Step Treatment for Haemodialysis Access Induced Hand Ischaemia: Effects on Access Flow Volume and Digital Perfusion. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg 2015; 50:810-4. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2015.07.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2015] [Accepted: 07/31/2015] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Modaghegh MHS, Roudsari B, Hafezi S. Digital pressure and oxygen saturation measurements in the diagnosis of chronic hemodialysis access-induced distal ischemia. J Vasc Surg 2015; 62:135-42. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2015.02.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2014] [Accepted: 02/11/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Tips and Tricks in Creation of Forearm Arteriovenous Fistulae. J Vasc Access 2014; 15 Suppl 7:S45-9. [DOI: 10.5301/jva.5000230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/13/2014] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Forearm arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is a direct anastomosis between the radial artery and the cephalic vein or the ulnar artery and the basilic vein, which are small-caliber vessels. The surgical technique must be precise to avoid postoperative stenosis of the anastomosis which may result in early thrombosis or nonmaturation. In our experience, microsurgery and preventive hemostasis are two major contributions to creation of forearm AVF. Using these techniques, construction of a radial-cephalic fistula was possible in 78% of children in our hospital, with 60% secondary patency rates at 4 years. In a personal unpublished series, 69% of the first arteriovenous angioaccess of adult patients were forearm fistulae, with 63% and 91% primary and secondary 1-year patency rates, respectively. Finally, 68% primary patency and 96% secondary patency rates at 1 year were reported by Pirozzi et al. in adults with an internal diameter of <1.6 mm in the radial artery.
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Chronic Hemodialysis Access-Induced Distal Ischemia (HAIDI): Distinctive form of a Major Complication. J Vasc Access 2014; 16:26-30. [DOI: 10.5301/jva.5000304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/16/2014] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Purpose Hemodialysis access-induced distal ischemia (HAIDI) is an uncommon but potentially devastating complication. HAIDI is classified as acute, subacute and chronic based upon the time of onset. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence, severity, patients’ characteristics and the underlying etiologic mechanism of chronic HAIDI using color Doppler ultrasonography (CDUS). Methods Between June and August 2010, 676 hemodialysis patients with arteriovenous access (AVA) were evaluated for clinical evidence of chronic HAIDI. In the case–control part of the study, CDUS findings were compared between ischemic patients and asymptomatic matched controls. Also, patients with chronic HAIDI were followed up until February 2014, access ligation, kidney transplantation or death. Results Eighteen chronic HAIDI patients were diagnosed (2.66%). Cold hand and cold sensation were the most common signs and symptoms of hand ischemia, respectively. Fifteen patients were classified in stage 1. Patients with proximal autogenous arteriovenous fistula, younger age, more previous AVAs and less access age were more likely to develop chronic HAIDI. Excessive fistula flow was found in the majority of ischemic patients (83.3%). The mean fistula flow was significantly higher in cases compared to controls (p=0.001). Eleven patients with chronic HAIDI were successfully treated by conservative measures alone until the end of follow-up ( n=3), kidney trans-plantation ( n=4) or death ( n=4). Conclusions CDUS is a useful adjunctive diagnostic tool to determine the etiology of chronic HAIDI. Conservative measures combined with close follow-up can be used as the first step in the management of chronic HAIDI patients with mild symptoms.
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