High-output heart failure from arteriovenous dialysis access: A structured approach to diagnosis and management.

Volk, Maximilian C; Honnekeri, Bianca; Ghobrial, Joanna; Hanna, Mazen; Bhattacharya, Sanjeeb; Kirksey, Lee; Finet, J Emanuel; Wassif, Heba · Cleve Clin J Med · 2025

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Abstract

High-output heart failure can be a complication of having an arteriovenous fistula (or graft) for hemodialysis access. This review details the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of this serious but underdiagnosed condition.

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