Radiocephalic Fistula Recovery Using the Forearm Basilic Vein: A Case Report

• Main Authors: Daniela Alferes (Author), Susana Pereira (Author), Vitória Faria (Author), Ana Ventura (Author), Victor Martins (Author), Alexandra Canedo (Author), Clara Almeida (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Publicações Ciência e Vida, 2023-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Dysfunction of the arteriovenous fistula for hemodialysis is a challenge for the nephrologist and the vascular surgeon. Although experience is limited, the use of the forearm basilic vein as outflow of the radiocephalic fistula has been considered. We report the case of a 60-year-old male, with card...