When kidneys can no longer perform their vital role of cleansing the blood, dialysis steps in to remove waste and excess fluid. For thousands of patients - dialysis is more than a treatment—it’s a lifeline.
At the heart of this process is the arteriovenous fistula (AVF)—the patient’s actual lifeline. It provides the essential access needed for haemodialysis to work effectively. Protecting the AVF is critical. Without it, patients often need central venous catheters (CVCs), which carry the highest risk of complications and can put their health at risk.
However, thanks to a donation from the micro and small grant funds from Fife Health Charity dialysis patients are able to receive help from a new handheld renal ultrasound scanner.
This device, which comprises both a scanner and probe has helped with
It also greatly reduces anxiety in patients and improves their overall experience.
We are proud that our practice has been improved by the use of this equipment which will have long term benefits. It will continue to reduce complications of the patients’ dialysis fistulas.
