Research Article 2026-04-21 in-revision v1

Basilic Vein Transposition to Fistula Vein for Hemodialysis Access: A Single-Center Experience

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Xingjian Li Chengdu Third People's Hospital
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Dan Wu Chengdu Third People's Hospital
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Xiaowei Song Chengdu Third People's Hospital
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Bo Yang Chengdu Third People's Hospital
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Qiongli Liu Chengdu Third People's Hospital
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Chang You Chengdu Third People's Hospital
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Ying Shu Chengdu Third People's Hospital
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Lizhu Jin Chengdu Third People's Hospital

Abstract

Objective This study aimed to evaluate the outcomes of basilic-to-fistula venovenous transposition as a salvage strategy for refractory outflow venous stenosis or occlusion in patients with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). The study focused on assessing the technical feasibility, patency rates, and complication profiles associated with this procedure.Methods 9 cases of basilic-to-fistula venovenous transposition at a single center between December 2023 and March 2026 were reviewed retrospectively. Data including demographics and postoperative complications were collected. Primary and secondary patency rates were determined by using Kaplan-Meier methods.Results The mean age of the cohort was 67.8 ± 7.2 years, with 7 males and 2 females. Renal failure was complicated with hypertension in 100%, and with diabetes in 22.2%. The average follow-up time was 16.20 ± 7.34 months. All fistulas were successfully used for dialysis within 48 hours postoperatively. The primary patency rate, primary assisted patency rate and secondary patency rate was 88.9%, 100%, 100% at 3 months, 76.2%, 87.5%, 100% at 6 months, and 63.5%, 87.5%, 100% at 1 year. 2 patients experiencing wound hemorrhage at the surgical site, and no patients developed early thrombosis, hematoma, nerve injury, wound infection, or clinically significant access-related steal.Conclusion Basilic-to-fistula venovenous transposition provides an effective autogenous solution for patients with complex ESKD access obstruction refractory to endovascular therapy. This procedure offers early functional usability, a favorable safety profile, and reduces the reintervention burden.

Citation Information

@article{xingjianli2026,
  title={Basilic Vein Transposition to Fistula Vein for Hemodialysis Access: A Single-Center Experience},
  author={Xingjian Li and Dan Wu and Xiaowei Song and Bo Yang and Qiongli Liu and Chang You and Ying Shu and Lizhu Jin},
  journal={BMC Surgery},
  year={2026},
  doi={https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-9324147/v1}
}
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