Endovascular Salvage of Native Arteriovenous Fistulas in Hemodialysis Patients: Assisted Primary Patency Outcomes of a Single-Center Study

Abstract

Our results highlight the promising results of salvage procedures for AVF in patients undergoing HD, even in a resource-limited setting, demonstrating adequate assisted primary patency duration. More robust prospective studies are needed to validate our findings and to identify prognostic factors associated with long-term AVF patency after endovascular salvage. Additionally, it is critical to develop surveillance protocols focused on fistula research and care, as well as the development of institutional guidelines.