Sonographic Evaluation of an Immature Brescia-Cimino Fistula

Abstract

Arteriovenous fistulas are known to be traumatic, congenital, or created for hemodialysis purposes in patients diagnosed with end-stage renal disease. In this case study of an immature Brescia-Cimino fistula, an outflow vein stenosis was assessed solely using sonography. This type of stenosis has been found to be the most common cause of fistula failure. This case study demonstrates how the use of sonography identified an immature arteriovenous fistula as well as assisted in further treatment planning and outcomes.