Endovascular Arteriovenous Fistula Creation: A Review
Ravi Tyagi, S. Samaduddin Ahmed, Rakesh Navuluri, Osman Ahmed
Abstract
Endovascular arteriovenous fistula (endoAVF) creation offers a minimally invasive method for the formation of arteriovenous shunts utilized for hemodialysis. Currently, there exist two similar yet unique devices: WavelinQ and Ellipsys. This review analyzes the anatomy, pre- and postoperative considerations, fistula creation methods, and outcomes associated with endoAVF. Currently, data are limited with regard to clinical efficacy of endoAVFs when compared to surgical AVFs. However, early data suggest endoAVFs are a useful technique in the creation of AVFs.
Topics & Concepts
Arteriovenous fistulaMedicineFistulaHemodialysisSurgeryRadiologyEndovascular treatmentInterventional radiologyAneurysmCentral Venous Catheters and HemodialysisVascular Procedures and ComplicationsVascular Malformations Diagnosis and Treatment