Brachial Vein Transposition Arteriovenous Fistula: Is it an Acceptable Option for Chronic Dialysis Vascular Access?

Abstract

The brachial vein transposition, when done as a one-stage procedure, is associated with inferior patency rates when compared to the basilic vein transposition AVF and AVG. Therefore, in the setting of inadequate cephalic and basilic vein, a prosthetic graft is superior to a brachial vein transposition. A two-stage procedure, as suggested by others, may improve the results of this technique.