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Comparing Outcomes of Upper Extremity Brachiobasilic Arteriovenous Fistulas and Arteriovenous Grafts: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

David J HaddadVenkata Sai JastyBabu MohanChiu-Hsieh HsuChyi Chyi ChongWei ZhouTze-Woei Tan
Published in: The journal of vascular access (2020)
The outcomes for upper extremity BBAVFs appear to be consistently superior to prosthetic hemodialysis access. This analysis supports the preferential placement of BBAVFs over AVGs in patients with a suitable upper extremity basilic vein.
Keyphrases
  • chronic kidney disease
  • peritoneal dialysis
  • ultrasound guided
  • skeletal muscle
  • glycemic control