Fistula isn’t the problem, it’s the solution Many kidney patients panic at the thought of AV fistula surgery, imagining it to be a risky procedure. But in reality, it’s a simple, reliable, and safer way to access your bloodstream for dialysis — and it can help avoid repeated infections from temporary options like Permcath. Dr. Puru Dhawan explains what an AV fistula really is, why it’s safer than other methods, possible challenges during surgery, and how lifestyle habits can help protect kidney

Why Dialysis Patients Need an AV Fistula (and How to Get One)