E1413. Duplex Sonography of Hemodialysis Access With Angiography Correlate: A Review
Authors
Thomas Le;
Olive View UCLA Medical Center
Brian Quinn;
Olive View UCLA Medical Center
George Wu;
University Radiology
Karoly Viragh;
Olive View UCLA Medical Center
Anokh Pahwa;
Olive View UCLA Medical Center
Gail Hansen;
Olive View UCLA Medical Center
Margaret Lee;
Olive View UCLA Medical Center
Background
Duplex ultrasound of hemodialysis access is frequently encountered in clinical practice. Ultrasound is used for surveillance of access, troubleshooting if there is a problem with dialysis, and procedural planning. The purpose of this exhibit is to review duplex ultrasound of hemodialysis access and apply that knowledge to interventional radiologic procedures.
Educational Goals / Teaching Points
This exhibit aims to review anatomy of fistula, types of fistula and grafts, techniques in imaging acquisition, and ultrasound criteria of dialysis access dysfunction. We also illustrate the spectrum of commonly encountered interventions.
Key Anatomic/Physiologic Issues and Imaging Findings/Techniques
This exhibit focuses on ultrasound of upper and lower extremity fistula and grafts and their corresponding angiograms.
Conclusion
Duplex sonography is critically important for surveillance, troubleshooting, and planning interventions for hemodialysis fistula and grafts.
