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Nomogram for Predicting Early AVF Failure in Elderly Diabetic Patients: Methodological and Clinical Considerations [Letter]

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: As physicians specializing in vascular surgery, we have reviewed a recent article focusing on the development of a nomogram to predict early failure of arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) in elderly diabetic patients.1 The article presents some innovative methodologies and results; however, several aspects, including methodology and clinical applicability, warrant further discussion. Clinical Applicability and LimitationsThirdly, regarding clinical applicability and limitations, the nomogram model comprising five variables, although relatively easy to obtain in clinical practice, poses challenges when integrating them into a user-friendly predictive Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity 2025

Source: Diabetes Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity

DOI: 10.2147/dmso.s521525

Authors: Shi-Cheng Liu, Kun Tian, Yu-Ting Zhang

Institutions: Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Third People's Hospital of Hangzhou

Language: English

Topic: Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis

Subfield: Emergency Medical Services

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,836