One-stage vs. two-stage brachio-basilic arteriovenous fistula for dialysis access: a systematic review and a meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

A brachiobasilic arteriovenous fistula (BB-AVF) can provide access for haemodialysis in patients who are not eligible for a more superficial fistula. However, it is unclear whether one- or two-stage BB-AVF is the best option for patients.

Aim

To systematically assess the difference between both procedures in terms of access maturation, patency and postoperative complications.

Methods

Online search for randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and observational studies that compared the one-stage versus the two-stage technique for creating a BB-AVF.

Results

Eight studies were included (849 patients with 859 fistulas), 366 created using a one-stage technique, while 493 in a two-stage approach. There was no statistically significant difference between the t

SUBMITTER: Bashar K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4353636 | biostudies-literature | 2015

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature