SVU On Demand Webinar 111924: The Dialysis Patient: Hemodialysis Imaging from Preoperative Assessment to Post-operative Imaging-OD Web 111924

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The webinar, hosted by Laurie Lazansky, Chair for the SVU eLearning Educational Committee, focused on the use of imaging techniques in the assessment of dialysis patients from preoperative to postoperative stages. The presentation was led by Matthew Allen, a seasoned educator and vascular technologist, who explored various aspects critical to the dialysis process and the importance of imaging. Allen outlined the differences between arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) and grafts (AVGs), emphasizing the need for thorough preoperative evaluation and the significance of sound imaging practice to determine the best dialysis access site for a patient. He stressed the importance of patient comfort, proper imaging protocols, and recognizing complications like stenosis and occlusions in maintaining the integrity of dialysis access sites. The discussion also included methods for evaluating volume flow and understanding abnormal imaging findings. Key takeaways included a focus on early detection, the crucial role of technologists in identifying and reporting abnormalities, and adherence to lab policies for optimal patient outcomes.

Keywords

imaging techniques

dialysis patients

arteriovenous fistulas

grafts

preoperative evaluation

stenosis

volume flow

patient outcomes

vascular technologist