Effectiveness and safety of balloon dilatation in radial artery with autogenous arteriovenous fistula anastomosis for hemodialysis patients: A meta-analysis

These findings support the adoption of balloon dilation as a standard practice in selected cases, enhancing vascular access outcomes and improving the quality of care for hemodialysis patients. BDA-AVF creation shows promising short- and mid-term outcomes, particularly in patients with small-caliber radial arteries, but evidence for long-term durability is lacking. However, limited long-term follow-up across included studies restricts conclusions about AVF durability, and further high-quality trials are warranted. Future studies should focus on long-term outcomes and cost-effectiveness to further refine this technique.