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Program Book - Keck School of Medicine of USC - University of ...

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Infected Autogenous DialysisFistulas• Fistula reduction andreconstruction• Wound closure overdrains• Depending on extent<strong>of</strong> resection, cathetermay be requiredSummary• Vascular access infection is a major cause<strong>of</strong> morbidity and expense in the dialysispopulation• Prevention is effective and should be apart <strong>of</strong> every institution’s program• Therapy should be individualized with thegoals <strong>of</strong> treating infection with minimalmorbidity while preserving access sitesand avoiding catheter usage whenpossible108

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