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Transposition of the basilic vein for arteriovenous fistula: an endoscopic approach.

The creation of a functional hemodialysis fistula in patients who develop end-stage renal disease (ESRD) has critical importance. The majority of surgeons would agree that a primary radiocephalic arteriovenous fistula is the procedure of choice in new dialysis patients. But in patients who lack adequate forearm vasculature secondary procedures are indicated. Currently, in the United States, mor...

Basilic vein transposition should be the first option

A modified technique of basilic vein transposition for haemodialysis.

OBJECTIVE To modify the technique of basilic vein transposition for vascular accesss for haemodialysis aiming at better maturation rate, longer survival of fistula and lesser complications. STUDY DESIGN Case series. PLACE AND DURATION OF STUDY Shaikh Zayed Hospital and Omer Hospital, Lahore, from February 2008 to July 2011. METHODOLOGY Patients referred for basilic vein transposition for ...

Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Primary and Staged Basilic Vein Transposition

OBJECTIVE It is unclear if brachio-basilic vein fistula should be performed as a primary or staged procedure, particularly for smaller basilic veins. Our aim was to report on a randomized controlled trial comparing these two techniques. METHODS Sixteen patients with a basilic vein ≥2.5 mm were randomized into primary transposed brachio-basilic vein (TBBV) fistula (n = 9) and staged TBBV fistu...

Basilic Vein Transposition Used as a Tertiary Vascular Access for Hemodialysis: 15 Years of Experience

INTRODUCTION The quality of the life in patients requiring long term hemodialysis is directly proportional to the long-term patency of their vascular access. Basilic vein transposition for vascular access (BAVA) represents a suitable option for creating a tertiary native vascular access for hemodialysis on the upper extremities for patients requiring long term hemodialysis. The purpose of the s...