BVT is a useful autologous procedure for hemodialysis and the preferred access alternative in patients without an adequate cephalic vein. Although patencies remain poor relative to other ...

Once the skin has been cleaned, we make a 5cm incision below the collarbone and open it up with scissors to get a clear view of the cephalic vein. We make a tiny nick in the vein with a small pair ...

In March 1970, neurosurgeon Dr. Robert J. White performed the first cephalic transplant on two rhesus monkeys. Jenna El-Attar/ Guest Artist The scene is like any ordinary operating room. The ...

The veteran all-star Milwaukee Bucks guard was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (a blood clot in his lower right leg). He will be out of action for a significant period of time. Here's some ...

Attention is directed to the variability of these values, the constantly decreasing pressure gradient towards the heart, and the essentially equal pressures in corresponding veins on opposite sides of ...

The Western Australian preterm birth prevention initiative: a whole of state singleton pregnancy cohort study showing the need to embrace alternative models of care for Aboriginal women.