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Semin intervent Radiol 2000; Volume 17(Number 02): 155-160
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-9449
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Management of Dysfunctional Tunneled Dialysis Catheters

Martin R. Crain
  • Associate Professor of Radiology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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31 December 2000 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Methods for treating and maintaining hemodialysis catheters are described, including the methods of ``fibrin stripping, infusion fibrinolysis, catheter repositioning, and catheter replacement. A strategy for handling these problems and developing strategies to prevent them is also discussed.

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Hemodialysis catheter fibrinolysis - catheter care