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dialysis shunt |
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dialysis shunt Etymology: Gk, dia, through, lysis, loosening; ME, shunten an external artificial link between a peripheral artery and a vein, in an arm or leg, for use in hemodialysis. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Approximately 340,000 USA patients are on hemodialysis because they have lost functionality of their kidneys, and a well-functioning dialysis shunt (A/V graft or fistula) is their link to life. |
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