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Vascular Access Center Exceeds Fistula First Goals
Published: Monday, March 3, 2008
The Heart Lung Vascular Institute at UT Medical Center is excited and proud to announce that UT vascular surgeons and the Vascular Access Center have well exceeded the National Goal for the Fistula First Initiative.
The goal of the Fistula First Initiative was developed to increase the appropriate use of AV fistulas for hemodialysis access. The Fistula First rate for the fourth quarter of 2007 was 92%, surpassing the national goal of 66%.
The Vascular Access Center is dedicated to insuring that every end stage renal disease patient receives the full benefits of its program and is committed to providing outstanding patient care at every level.
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