A Dialysis Access Management Albuquerque is surgically create to facilitate hemodialysis. People with this type of access have particular requirements that must be met in order to properly care for their fistula, from the moment it forms to the moment it’s remove, and everything in between. Here are some of the do’s and don’ts when caring for your dialysis fistula.
What is an Dialysis Access Management Albuquerque?
An access, or fistula, is a surgical opening that facilitates the flow of dialysis through it. When a patient with renal failure goes into renal failure they are left with two options: to have regular dialysis treatments or have an access create so that they can do home-based hemodialysis. It is necessary to keep the fistula’s flow above a certain point to enable.
A fistula is a suture-linked tunnel between an artery and vein in the body (usually in the arm). This suture helps make up the vascular connection between both vessels which will allow filtered blood from one end to return back from the other. A Dialysis Access Management Albuquerque when surgeons create this connection by joining blood vessels together using stitches, staples, or clamps.
What are the do’s?
Under most circumstances, your dialysis provider will provide instructions on how to care for your fistula. Remember that you are responsible for ensuring that your fistula flow is above a certain point at all times. You may want to talk with a nutritionist or dietician about what changes you should make in your diet in order to maximize the nutritional value you receive from food. When cooking, avoid salt-heavy foods like cured meats, cheese, and salted crackers. You might want to read recipes online beforehand so that you know how much salt is being use. You also need to watch out for medications that can restrict the flow of fluids through your fistula such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or aspirin-based medications such as Advil.
How can I avoid infections, see my doctor regularly and reduce my symptoms?
There are several ways you can take care of your fistula. The first is by avoiding infections by taking appropriate antibiotics, which will prevent the buildup of infection-causing bacteria in your fistula. Secondly, keep an eye on your symptoms to see if there is any evidence that the fistulae is getting clogged or block. Thirdly, visit your doctor to make sure everything is running smoothly. Finally, have an open discussion with them about dialysis access management Albuquerque NM and what steps they can take with you to further maintain the healthiness of your kidneys while on dialysis treatment.
Taking care of your wound at home
Dialysis Access Management Albuquerque offers one-on-one sessions that cover the following topics: what to do at home, how to care for your dressing, how to change your dressing, how to take care of your skin, how to deal with trauma from accidents or stitches, how long you will need dressings or other wound treatment before coming back.
When should I be worry about my access?
Dialysis Access – People with dialysis fistulas have particular requirements. It is necessary to keep the fistula’s flow above a certain point to enable. This, in turn, requires more care than average patients with accesses need to employ. For example, don’t wear tight clothing around your abdomen area; remember that your access is already in a fragile state so adding pressure can cause serious problems down the line. If you are nervous about being careful enough on your own it may be a good idea to bring someone along who is familiar with caring for an access as they will know what might not be safe.