What are the negative effects of dialysis access surgery?

Dialysis Access: You may be preparing for kidney dialysis by getting a "fistula"- a surgically created connection between an artery and vein. You may be having a peritoneal access port placed in your abdomen. Or you may be having both! All surgeries carry risks of infection, bleeding, damage to tissue, and allergic reaction. But starting dialysis with a central IV line carries risks, too. We say, "Fistula first!"

Dialysis access surg: 1. You can lose your arm or hand-a bad effect. 2. You may get better dialysis and live longer. Some will consider this a bad effect depending on how they do no dialysis as they may not feel well. Discuss with the team doing it. They can tell you their own experience. and that is what you want to know.