Factors affecting the patency of arteriovenous fistulas for hemodialysis: Single center experience

Discussion: After successful establishment of an AVF, there is a compelling need to maintain fistula patency. Factors that affect functioning of the AVFs are presently under intense scrutiny. According to our results, some clinical factors may determine long term fistula duration, such as concentration of the magnesium and antiplatelet therapy.

Source: Hemodialysis International - October 1, 2017 Category: Hematology Authors: Radojica V. Stolic, Goran Z. Trajkovic, Mirjana M. Kostic, Branko Mihailovic, Aleksandar N. Jovanovic, Bratislav D. Lazic, Ivana R. Matijasevi ć, Maša D. Jaksić, Zlatica M. Mirkovic, Tanja N. Smilic, Javorka S. Mitic Tags: Original Article Source Type: research