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AV Fistula

The surgical creation of a permanent vascular access by anastomosing an artery directly to a vein, typically in the upper extremity. This connection increases blood flow and vessel diameter to accommodate the high-pressure requirements of long-term hemodialysis.

Official Updated Mar 12, 2026 12 instruments 8 photos
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On this tableStraight Mayo ScissorMetzenbaum ScissorPotts Smith ScissorsDebakey-Deithrich Vascular Tissue ForcepsCastroviejo Needle HolderDebakey Forcepsand 6 more

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