1
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Common fistula sites
A
Radiocephalic, brachiocephalic, brachiobasilic
2
Q
Cause of fistula failing
A
Proximal arterial stenosis
Proximal venous stenosis
Hypotension
Stenosis within fistula
3
Q
What are steal syndromes
A
Occurs when too much blood moves through the fistula resulting in ischaemia of hand or foot due to lack of blood flowing distally
4
Q
How longs does an av fistula take before it can be used for dialysis
A
16-24 weeks
Gwen - Vascular
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