title: Superficialization of arteriovenous fistulae employing minimally invasive liposuction.
abstract: Superficialization of arteriovenous fistulae allows for improved dialysis access allowing for prolonged utilization and more efficient dialysis treatment. Multiple methods are described for superficializing arteriovenous fistulae, and minimizing the surgical intervention is advantageous for patient recovery and potentially improved outcomes. We describe a novel technique of superficialization of an upper extremity arteriovenous fistula employing ultrasound-guided liposuction. This article describes the suction lipectomy technique and the tools necessary for superficialization of an upper extremity arteriovenous fistula.
authors.affiliation: Department of Vascular Surgery, Madigan Army Medical Center, Fort Lewis, WA 98431, USA. mwcausey@msn.com
authors.forename: Marlin Wayne
authors.initials: MW
authors.lastname: Causey
authors.forename: Reagan
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Quan
authors.forename: Adam
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Hamawy
authors.forename: Niten
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Singh
mesh_terms: D001166:Arteriovenous Shunt, Surgical; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D015187:Lipectomy; D008875:Middle Aged; D006435:Renal Dialysis; D018084:Ultrasonography, Interventional; D034941:Upper Extremity / Q000098:blood supply*