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A decade of arteriovenous fistula creations in the ⩾75 years population: Equal opportunity or sub-optimal use of resources.

Michael CorrAstha PachchigarMichael O'NeillRebecca HigginsStephen O'NeillJennifer HankoAgnes Masengu
Published in: The journal of vascular access (2023)
In this cohort, AVF creation in individuals aged ⩾75 years AVFs was associated with comparable AVF patency rates to younger patients. AVF functional patency was associated with superior patient survival compared to those with AVF FTM. A multi-disciplinary surveillance program may help reduce AVF loss. Further work on how vascular access choice impacts quality of life in elderly patients is required.
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