What’s a Dialysis Fistula?
A fistula is a special connection that is made by joining a vein onto an artery, usually in your arm. This creates a large robust blood vessel that can be needled regularly for use during haemodialysis. A nurse starts your dialysis treatment by inserting two needles into the AV fistula. One needle removes the blood and sends it to the machine, where it is filtered. The second needle allows the blood to be safely returned to the body.
A huge shout out to the entire staff at the DaVita Dialysis Center in Newtown, CT where Dylan goes 3 times a week for 4 hours per session for treatment. They are true professionals who care about their patients.
If you feel inspired to donate, please call the Yale transplant referral line at 1-866-925-3897 and mention you are calling for Dylan McBeth.
Left arm fistula
