Dialysis Access
Dialysis access is the insertion and maintenance of dialysis catheters, as well as de-clotting and angioplasty/stenting of arm fistulas and grafts used for dialysis.
This procedure may be done in our office-based endovascular lab or at the hospital. The location is at the discretion of the physician and patient based on each individual's needs.
ON THE DAY OF YOUR PROCEDURE, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
Have nothing to eat or drink after midnight the night before.
Bring all medications with you.
Individual medications you should take the morning of your procedure will be discussed when your procedure is scheduled.
You must have someone accompany you for this procedure, as you will not be allowed to drive for 24 hours.
You will be required to stay 2-3 hours after the procedure.