Application progress of ultrasound in complications of internal arteriovenous fistula / 中国介入影像与治疗学

ABSTRACT

Arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is the most commonly used dialysis pathway in patients with end-stage renal diseases. However, it is prone to complications in the establishment and dialysis process, common complications include internal arteriovenous fistula maturation disorders, stenosis and thrombosis, etc. Early detection of AVF complications and appropriate intervention to maintain a smooth pathway can improve the prognosis of patients with end-stage renal diseases. Ultrasonography can be used to evaluate and assist in the maturation of AVF, early detection of common complications of AVF and interventional therapy. The advancements of ultrasound in the complications of AVF were reviewed in this article.