When the evidence of literature is weak, conflicting, or contradictory, consensus for the
parameter is reached by a minimum of 12 Standards of Practice Committee members using …

This review examines four imaging modalities; ultrasound (US), digital subtraction
angiography (DSA), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) …

Results The CACS is vastly applied in early detection of CAD and in many other research
fields. Conclusions CACS has remarkably changed the screening techniques to detect CAD …

Methods: Forty-two patients with dysfunctional hemodialysis arteriovenous fistulas (AVF)
were taken up for percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) with or without stent …

Methods: A retrospective study was conducted on 37 patients with VH managed between
July 2005 to May 2014. Patient demographics, evaluation, and procedures performed were …

Devices and methods are discussed directed to the use of a low profile laser ablation
catheter for use in laser ablation removal of arterial plaque blockages to restore blood flow …

Purpose We report short-term patency outcomes of a proof of concept study conducted to
determine the efficacy of drug-eluting stent (DES) for the treatment of arteriovenous fistula …

Background Central vein stenosis or occlusion is a common complication that can lead to
significant morbidity and dysfunction of access in the hemodialysis patient. More lesions can …

Background Endovascular treatment is a first-line treatment for upper thoracic central vein
obstruction (CVO). Few studies using bare venous stents (BVS) in CVO have been …

The loss of kidney function is a life-changing event leading to life-long dependence on
healthcare. Around 5000 people are diagnosed with kidney failure every year. Historically …