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DiscussionPost kidney biopsy: AV fistula
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@hello1234 I know we get advised of possible consequences of any procedure we are about to undergo. With my two [native] kidney biopsies, the first one in 2015, my nephrologist explained things very clearly, gave me his opinion, told me how many times he had seen complications, etc. Then just before actual procedure, the interventional surgeon repeated everything. I had no issues. In 2019 was a second biopsy on the other kidney, different facility/state. In that one, I had a nick done by the surgeon, causing additional bleeding. Additional external pressure by the surgical nurse that caused a bruised rib and high level of discomfort for many weeks.
Since then I have gone through both placement a peritoneal catheter for dialysis, and an AV fistula placement in right lower wrist area, also for dialysis. Yes, procedures were discussed in detail ahead of time, pros and cons. For me, the AV fistula has suffered complete shut down about 9 months after it was done, for no reason. The doctor cannot explain it, but I still have the aftereffects of half bloodflow to my fight hand, no blood pressure/lab pulls that arm, and diminished use of my arm.
As @101lag01lag0b3 said, we never know ahead of time what may happen, and I think we have fewer instances of complication when imaging is done and referred to. My husband has had 3 biopsies on his new kidney. All this said, I am sure you will be following up with your doctor as to what the next step may be, and how it will all play out.
Ginger