Abstract
The Tenckhoff catheter is most frequently used for continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD). Malposition or kinking is one of the leading causes of catheter malfunction. Guide-wire directed manipulation of the malfunctioning catheter is a simple, safe and useful technique.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 119-121 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Chinese Journal of Radiology |
Volume | 24 |
Issue number | 3 |
State | Published - 06 1999 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Catheters and catheterization, technology
- Dialysis
- Peritonium