Challenges of Vascular Access in a New Dialysis Centre – Uyo Experience
Author Information
Author(s): Ekpe Eyo Effiong, Ekirikpo Udeme
Primary Institution: University of Uyo Teaching Hospital
Hypothesis
What are the problems of vascular access in a new dialysis centre?
Conclusion
The high ratio of temporary to permanent vascular access in our dialysis centre indicates a need for improvement.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 5% of patients had permanent vascular access.
- 24% of dialysis sessions had complications related to vascular access.
- The recommended ratio of temporary to permanent access is 15:85, but our centre had a ratio of 92:8.
Takeaway
In our new dialysis centre, most patients had to use temporary access for their treatments instead of the better permanent access, which can lead to more problems.
Methodology
Data was collected from case notes and dialysis records of patients who underwent haemodialysis in the first year of the dialysis centre.
Limitations
The study was limited to a single centre and may not represent other settings.
Participant Demographics
Patients aged 12-72 years, with 38 males and 22 females.
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