In this 5 minute bit, Ralph discusses some methods of managing a patient with a bleeding AV fistula.

Sorry, we ran way over 5 minutes........Hopefully it’s worth it.
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Show Notes:
Suture required is usually 5.0-6.0 prolene with a non cutting needle. Don’t forget local anesthesia.

https://www.acepnow.com/article/dialysis-access-emergencies/

https://emblog.mayo.edu/2015/04/27/how-to-stop-a-post-dialysis-site-bleeding/

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