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Fistula Surgery FAQs: Answering Patients’ Top Concerns About Dialysis Access
For individuals undergoing dialysis, creating a reliable and efficient dialysis access point is a critical step in their treatment journey.
Fistula surgery is often recommended as the most durable and effective method for this purpose, but many patients have questions about the procedure, what to expect during recovery, and how it impacts daily life.
In this guide, Mission Surgical Clinic in Riverside, CA, answers the most frequently asked questions about fistula surgery, helping patients make informed decisions and feel prepared for life with a dialysis fistula.
What is a Dialysis Fistula?
A dialysis fistula, or arteriovenous (AV) fistula, is a surgically created connection between an artery and a vein.
By linking these blood vessels, the fistula provides a reliable, high-flow access point for dialysis treatments. Because the vein is directly connected to an artery, it becomes larger and stronger over