Hemodialysis Tunneled Catheter Noninfectious Complications
Noninfectious hemodialysis catheter complications include catheter dysfunction, catheter related thrombus, and central vein stenosis. The definitions, causes, and treatment strategies for catheter dysfunction are reviewed below. Catheter related thrombus is a less common but serious complication of catheters, requiring catheter removal and systemic anticoagulation. In addition, the risk factors, clinical manifestation, and treatment options for central vein stenosis are outlined.
Canadian journal of kidney health and disease