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Multiple single cannulation technique of arteriovenous fistula: A randomized co...
Peralta, R.; Fazendeiro, J.; Pinto, B.; Gonçalves, P.; Sousa, R.; Félix, C.; Carvalho, H.; Vinhas, J.; Ponce, P.Introduction: Despite the impact needling has had on vascular access survival and patient outcome, there is no universal or standardized method proposed for proper cannulation. Rigorous studies are needed, examining cannulation practices, and challenges to achieving complication-free cannulation. Methods: This randomized, open-label trial was conducted at 18 dialysis units owned by a large private dialysis prov...
Does subjective assessment of dialyzer appearance reflect dialyzer performance ...
Matos, J. F.; Pinto, B.; Félix, C.; Carvalho, H.; Ponce, P.; Peralta, R.Introduction:In post-dilution online hemodiafiltration, a very thin balance subsists in preventingcoagulation of the extracorporeal circuit (ECC) during treatment and bleeding in the patient, con-cerning dialyzer status and anticoagulation dose.The aim of this study was to assess whether there are clinical outcome differences between thevisual aspect of the dialyzer’s status in terms of clottedfibers at end of ...