Temporary vascular access in British hemodialysis units.
A questionnaire, designed to determine the current habits of British nephrologists regarding temporary vascular access for hemodialysis, was sent to 62 renal units. Forty-six (74%) completed questionnaires were returned. Cannulation of the subclavian vein with a single-lumen catheter is the most popular technique. There is only limited use of double- or dual-lumen catheters in the United Kingdom. Previously unreported fatal complications of subclavian hemodialysis catheters are described.
D002404:Catheterization; D004739:England; D006436:Hemodialysis Units, Hospital; D006801:Humans; D006435:Renal Dialysis / Q000379:methods*; D013350:Subclavian Vein