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The role of heparin in preventing early thrombosis of arteriovenous fistula for hemodialysis: An observational Study

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is preferred for hemodialysis. However, early thrombosis often leads to failure. Hence, this observational study of 200 patients compared AVF outcomes with and without intraoperative heparin use. Thrombosis within 30 days was significantly lower in the heparin group (11% vs. 25%, p = 0.01). Smaller vein diameter was an independent risk factor, while heparin improved maturation and short-term patency. Despite minor bleeding, heparin prophylaxis was safe and may reduce early AVF failure.

Source: Bioinformation

DOI: 10.6026/973206300211149

Authors: Aandrei Jivendra Jha, Tushar Kumar, Madhav Kumar, Alok Bharti, Ruchi Singh

Institutions: Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna Medical College and Hospital, Patna University

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: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4410939748

FWCI: 1.248

Cites: 2

Cited by: 1

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