Can ultrasound predict which dialysis access will work?
NCT ID NCT04141358
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether advanced ultrasound techniques can predict if an arteriovenous fistula (AVF) will work for dialysis in people with end-stage kidney disease. Researchers measured artery stiffness and blood flow in 76 patients before and after AVF surgery. The goal was to see if these measurements could identify fistulas that would mature and function well for dialysis.
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Imperial College London
London, w12 0hs, United Kingdom
What this could mean
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Active substance
advanced ultrasound measurements
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors predict which fistulas will work for dialysis, reducing failed surgeries and improving patient outcomes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study. The ultrasound techniques may not prove reliable enough for routine clinical use, and results may not apply to all patients.
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