Question 1

is it okay to be working out after av graft (fistula)?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Please remain as active as possible despite having an av graft or fistula in place.

Question 2

av fistula, av graft, subclavian or femoral catheter, av shunt permanent or temporary, which is better?

Accepted Answer

AV fistula: Countless studies and decades of research have shown a clear advantage for patients who undergo hemodialysis through an av fistula.  The second best is an av graft and all catheter-based modalities for hemodialysis are a distant third.

Question 3

can an av fistula be created by one doctor and closed (this is the only thing he is doing), so that another doctor can treat and aortic aneurysm with a graft?

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Yes: Ask your doctors to communicate and to develop a treatment plan. That way everyone knows what to expect.

Question 4

i am circumsized but skin has grafted back, is there a procedure to correct this?

Accepted Answer

Yes....: I'm not sure what you mean by "grafted back."  there is a surgical procedure to fix just about anything that may be wrong with you.  Find a reliable urologist or surgeon who specializes in this surgery for details.

Question 5

what is an alloderm graft?

Accepted Answer

Synthetic graft.: Graft that is used to augment soft tissue or periodontal tissue in the mouth.

Question 6

anyone know about skin grafts?

Accepted Answer

Sure, lots.: Next question? Seriously, it depends what you want to know. A piece of skin is taken from a "donor" area and grafted onto the treatment area, usually when skin can't be stretched enough to close a wound primarily. They are also used to treat severe burns, where lots of skin area has been destroyed. Grafting should only be done by someone with special training and expertise.

Question 7

could nerve grafts restore potency?

Accepted Answer

Good thought: So far, no progress in this category, but a good idea.

Question 8

how long after skin grafts can i heal?

Accepted Answer

At least 3 weeks: It takes at least 3 weeks and closer to 3 months for skin grafts to achieve significant adherence to minimize the risk of shear or stress forces on the donor site and recipient sites. This may also be influenced by the thickness of the graft as well as the location of the graft. For exampe longer periods may be advised for the sole of the foot -.

Question 9

can you smoke after soft tissue graft?

Accepted Answer

Shouldn't: It will delay wound healing quite a bit.

Question 10

can you tell me anything about skin grafts?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Skin grafts are very helpful after losing large amounts of skin.  If there are areas that can not cover your body from burns, or other injuries skin can be removed from other parts of your body or cadeaver skin can be used to place over the uncovered area to protect your body.  This usually works well for healing and allows a much better cosmetic look for the area needing to be covered.

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Is it okay to be working out after av graft (fistula)?

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Av fistula, av graft, subclavian or femoral catheter, av shunt permanent or temporary, which is better?

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Can an av fistula be created by one doctor and closed (this is the only thing he is doing), so that another doctor can treat and aortic aneurysm with a graft?

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I am circumsized but skin has grafted back, is there a procedure to correct this?

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What is an alloderm graft?

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Anyone know about skin grafts?

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Could nerve grafts restore potency?

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How long after skin grafts can i heal?

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Can you smoke after soft tissue graft?

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Can you tell me anything about skin grafts?

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