Bilateral dialysis-associated steal syndrome.
Dialysis-associated steal syndrome (DASS) is an uncommon complication of arteriovenous fistula formation, but can have dire consequences. This entity is likely to be seen more commonly in the future as the number of patients with end stage renal disease increases. We present the unique case of a patient with end stage renal disease who developed bilateral DASS after presenting with a painful skin lesion.
Kravetz
Jeffrey D
JD
Department of Internal Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut, USA. Jeffrey.Kravetz@med.va.gov <Jeffrey.Kravetz@med.va.gov>
Heald
Peter
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D000368:Aged; D001166:Arteriovenous Shunt, Surgical / Q000009:adverse effects*; D002114:Calcinosis / Q000209:etiology; D005385:Fingers / Q000098:blood supply*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D016491:Peripheral Vascular Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D006435:Renal Dialysis / Q000009:adverse effects*