A more precise method to insert the needle for haemodialysis

Every time a patient comes for their haemodialysis session, a nurse needs to insert a cannula into their AVF in order to enable their blood to flow into and out of the dialysis machine. — Photos: Filepic

Vascular surgery encompasses a wide spectrum of conditions, ranging from vascular access problems to venous, arterial and aortic diseases, and traumatic injuries.

It is particularly vital in haemodialysis as it addresses vascular access needs through three primary functions: creating vascular access, maintaining the vascular access and repairing any vascular complications that might arise.