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Dialysis Access Care

Procedures & Treatments

At United Vascular of Huntsville, we provide specialized care to help maintain and restore healthy dialysis access. Early detection and timely treatment of access issues are essential to ensuring effective dialysis and avoiding complications. Our goal is to protect your access site, support consistent treatment and reduce the risk of hospitalization.

We offer a range of procedures to support and restore dialysis access function, including:

  • Vessel mapping
  • Angiogram
  • Angioplasty
  • Thrombectomy (declot)
  • Endovascular stent placement
  • Aneurysm and pseudoaneurysm repair
  • Accessory vein embolization or ligation
  • Hemodialysis catheter insertion, exchange, removal and repair

Why Dialysis Access Care Matters

A well-functioning access site is critical for successful dialysis. When issues develop, they can impact treatment effectiveness and overall health. The most common issue is narrowing of the blood vessel, known as stenosis, which can reduce blood flow and lead to clotting. If left untreated, this can cause your access to fail and disrupt your dialysis schedule.

Early diagnosis and treatment can help:

  • Maintain proper blood flow
  • Prevent clotting and access failure
  • Reduce missed dialysis treatments
  • Lower the risk of complications and hospitalization

Our Approach to Access Care

We focus on identifying issues early and treating them quickly using minimally invasive techniques whenever possible. Our team works efficiently to restore function and help you stay on track with your dialysis care.

  • Prompt evaluation of access concerns
  • Minimally invasive, image-guided procedures
  • Coordinated care with your dialysis team
  • Focus on long-term access preservation