# Hemodialysis Catheters

- Link: https://sifsof.com/clinical-apps/hemodialysis-catheters/
- Published: 2019-08-30T08:34:18+00:00
- Author: Monica

**Insertion of percutaneous hemodialysis catheters** is an invasive procedure with
a small but definite risk of morbidity and mortality.

## **Which ultrasound scanner is most suitable for hemodialysis? **

Our doctor clients tend to opt for the [SIFULTRAS-3.5](https://sifsof.com/product/linear-handheld-wifi-ultrasound-scanner-10-12-14-mhz-sifultras-3-5/)
which offers** real-time ultrasound guidance**.

Even in experienced hands, “the success rate for placement of a **dialysis catheter**
on first puncture attempt using the traditional landmark techniques is only 35-38%”.
The procedure is performed by **[Nephrologists](https://sifsof.com/product-category/doctor-specialties/nephrologist/)**
in different cases.

Source: [Insertion of Temporary Dialysis Catheters with the Aid of Real-time Ultrasound](https://www.sjkdt.org/article.asp?issn=1319-2442;year=2001;volume=12;issue=3;spage=375;epage=381;aula).

**Dialysis catheters**; are needed for the management of patients with acute renal
failure requiring **hemodialysis **or continuous renal replacement therapy and for**
extra­corporeal **detoxification with **hemo­perfusion **or **hemodialysis **for
the treatment of toxic ingestions and poisonings.

 Catheter access may also be necessary for the provision of therapeutic plasma exchange.
The **wireless ultrasound probe** permits direct visualization of the target vein
during catheter placement and is associated with increased successful cannulation,
a decreased number of attempts and a decreased complication rate.

 USG significantly improves success rate, reduces number of attempts, and decreases
the incidence of complications related to FV DC insertion.

![scan result of Insertion of  percutaneous hemodialysis catheters](https://sifsof.
com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/4-Figure3-1-e1577781386838.png)

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