Comparing balloon vs. suction for clotted dialysis fistulas
Part of Heart & circulation, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to clear a sudden clot in a dialysis fistula (AVF). It uses either a balloon (to push the clot out) or a suction device (to pull the clot out) to restore blood flow.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a dialysis fistula (AVF) that has become clotted or blocked within the last 10 days.
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You do not have known high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary hypertension) or severe lung disease.
- You do not have a recent (newly placed) dialysis access or an infected access site.
- You are not allergic to the contrast dye used during imaging.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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