Nephrologist Question:

What is vascular (VASS-kyoo-lur) access?

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Answer:

A general term to describe the area on the body where blood is drawn for circulation through a hemodialysis (see dialysis) circuit. A vascular access may be an arteriovenous fistula, a graft, or a catheter.

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