Treating a blocked dialysis fistula with balloon therapy
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This trial tests a balloon treatment for blocked blood vessels in the arm used for dialysis. It aims to improve blood flow so dialysis can work better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have a mature dialysis fistula in your arm that has been used at least once.
- The blockage is in the vein part of your fistula, not the artery or where it connects.
- A Doppler ultrasound shows the blockage is at least 50% and causes problems like high pressure during dialysis or low blood flow.
- You are willing to come back for follow-up visits.
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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