ARTERIOVENOUS FISTULA

This study tested a special mesh tube called a stent graft in 100 people on dialysis whose arm veins (fistulas) had narrowed. The stent is placed to prop the vein open and improve blood flow. Researchers tracked how long the vein stayed open without needing another procedure, and…

This study tested whether using a smart grip device with a game-like app could improve blood vessel function and hand strength in 52 kidney patients who had just had a first arteriovenous fistula surgery. Participants used the device daily for eight weeks, and researchers tracked…

This study tested a special collagen implant coated with sirolimus (rapamycin) placed around a new dialysis fistula during surgery. The goal was to see if it helps the fistula become usable for dialysis sooner and stay working longer. About 269 people with advanced kidney disease…

This phase 3 trial tests a sirolimus-releasing collagen implant placed around a new dialysis fistula during surgery. The goal is to help the fistula mature faster so it can be used for dialysis. The study involves 136 people aged 65+ with kidney failure who are new to hemodialysi…

This study tested whether doing handgrip exercises before and after surgery can improve the size and function of dialysis fistulas in people with advanced kidney disease. 40 patients participated, and the main goal was to see if the fistula diameter increased. The approach is sim…

This study tested a nerve block called a supraclavicular brachial plexus block in 50 children aged 6 to 18 who were having surgery to create an arteriovenous fistula for dialysis. The goal was to see if the block could reduce the amount of opioid pain medicine needed during and a…

This study tested two simple, drug-free ways to reduce pain when inserting needles for dialysis. 75 patients were split into three groups: one listened to calming music, one looked at their healthy arm in a mirror, and one received standard care. Pain scores were compared right a…

This study tested whether lidocaine or benzocaine sprays could reduce pain and improve satisfaction during needle insertion for hemodialysis. 60 patients were randomly assigned to receive one of the two numbing sprays or a placebo. The goal was to see if these sprays make the pro…

This study tested if doing hand grip exercises for six weeks helps the arm blood vessel connection (fistula) used for dialysis grow stronger and work better. 34 adults with kidney failure on dialysis were randomly assigned to either do the exercises or receive standard care. The …

This study looked at 166 older adults (65+) on hemodialysis to compare three types of vascular access: fistulas, grafts, and catheters. The goal was to see which option leads to fewer complications and better quality of life. Researchers tracked how many procedures were needed to…

This study tested a new device called EchoMark LP, which is implanted near a surgically created blood vessel connection (fistula) used for dialysis. The device works with a special ultrasound system (EchoSure) to measure blood flow, depth, and diameter of the fistula. The trial i…

This study looked at whether adding hands-on simulation training to standard classroom teaching helps nurses cause fewer problems when inserting needles into the arm access (arteriovenous fistula) of dialysis patients. About 9600 adults on chronic hemodialysis took part. The goal…