Dialysis catheter insertion
Description
In order to receive hemodialysis a patient needs a special catheter to remove blood to pass through the dialysis machine and to return the clean blood back to the patient. Both passage ways are contained in the same catheter. These catheters are placed in the neck usually on the right side and are usually inserted in the internal jugular vein.
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Common Complications
Damage to the vein or surrounding artery can occur. Collapse of the lung is a rare complication. Infection of the blood stream is a risk as well.
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Research
Physicians Performing this Procedure
- General Surgery
- Nephrology
- Pediatric Nephrology
- Pediatric Surgery
- Vascular and Interventional Radiology
Other Providers Performing this Procedure
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