- The Dialysis Fistula, and Dialysis Access Graft is created for patients experiencing End Stage Renal Failure.
- The Fistula or Graft is used as an access point for Kidney Dialysis.
- The purpose of this study is to measure blood flow, blood flow volume, size, and depth.
- The patients should wait approximately 4 hours following dialysis before undergoing this exam.
- A water based ultrasonic gel is applied to the skin and the Technologist will use an ultrasound transducer to acquire images.