Rotational atherectomy vs. balloon angioplasty for narrowing in dialysis fistulas
Part of Heart & circulation, Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This trial compares two procedures to reopen a narrowed vein in your dialysis fistula. One uses a special rotating device to shave away the blockage, and the other uses a balloon to stretch the vein. The goal is to see which technique keeps the vein open longer and improves blood flow for dialysis.
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Who can take part
- You are on hemodialysis and have an arteriovenous fistula (AVF) that has narrowed again after a previous balloon angioplasty.
- Your doctor has confirmed the narrowing using an ultrasound, showing a >50% reduction in the vein opening and other signs of poor blood flow.
- You must be willing and able to attend follow-up visits for 6 months after the procedure.
- You must not have an active infection or be participating in another interventional research study.
- You must be able to give informed consent and be covered by health insurance.
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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