Selection of Vascular Access for Hemodialysis in Elderly Patients with End Stage Kidney Disease
The increase in the older population has brought about several issues, even in dialysis treatment. In particular, the issue of appropriate vascular access for hemodialysis in elderly patients remains inconclusive. Existing studies recommend arteriovenous fistula as the primary vascular access, but the “Fistula-first” strategy is not always applicable. In elderly patients, additional vascular interventions prior to use may be needed, and in patients with short life expectancy, arteriovenous fistula may not be used. Therefore, through literature review, this study aims to provide different p...
JKDA 2024; 7(1): 1-4