Preventing AVF thrombosis: the rationale and design of the Omega-3 fatty acids (Fish Oils) and Aspirin in Vascular access OUtcomes in REnal Disease (FAVOURED) study

Preventing AVF thrombosis: the rationale and design of the Omega-3 fatty acids (Fish Oils) and Aspirin in Vascular access OUtcomes in REnal Disease (FAVOURED) study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Haemodialysis (HD) is critically dependent on the availability of adequate access to the systemic circulation, ideally via a native arteriovenous fistula (AVF). The Primary failure rate of an AVF ranges between 20–54%, due to thrombo...

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Main Authors: Rosman Johan, Robertson Amanda, Kerr Peter, Hawley Carmel, Heritier Stephane, Beller Elaine, Mori Trevor, Dogra Gursharan, Irish Ashley, Paul-Brent Peta-Anne, Starfield Melissa, Polkinghorne Kevan, Cass Alan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-01-01
Series:BMC Nephrology
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2369/10/1

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