Alarm signs of vascular access dysfunction are specific but insensitive, with thrombosis and loss of angioaccess being common. At the same time, the difficult puncture fistula can hide pathology or a difficult path that can lead to traumatic punctures and morbidity. These signs do not usually motivate radiological examinations and result in a late diagnosis.
This is why the use of ultrasound by nursing in the Hemodialysis Unit can become a very useful tool for the optimization of puncture and treatment. Working in coordination with nephrologists, radiologists and vascular surgeons is it can translate into a decrease in morbidity.
The course is aimed at nephrological nursing.
The aim of the course is to ensure that nursing is able, with the use of ultrasound, to:
- Recognition of the AVF suitable for puncture by screening for pathological AVF, detection of maturation parameters and anatomical variants.
- FAV flow measurement.
- Location of optimal puncture points. Eco-guided puncture.
Accreditation requested
Catalan Council for Continuing Education of the Health Professions - Commission for Continuing Education of the National Health System
