The most common site for short-term vascular access for immediate hemodialysis is the

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Subclavian and femoral veins are catheterized when short-term access is required or when a graft or fistula vascular access is nonfunctional in a patient requiring immediate hemodialysis.Subclavian and femoral catheters are routinely inserted at the bedside.Most temporary catheters are venous lines only.Blood flows out toward the dialyzer and flows back to the patient through the same catheterized vein.A dual-lumen venous catheter is most commonly used.

The Most Common Site for Short-Term Vascular Access for Immediate