Position for a fistula

[Mgt8]

Evening folks

I have just had the paperwork through regarding having my fistula made.

This says that it could be put in the wrist or elbow area. My doctor seemed to indicate mine would be in the wrist. My father had his nearer to his elbow.

Does anyone know how this is decided and which if any is preferable?

Thanks.....

Margaret

[I844]

My current fistula, now 18 years old, was made in my forearm, but developed up my arm over the years, so I now have one needle in my forearm and the other above my elbow, so it may be more beneficial to have it made nearer your wrist in the long term as I am not aware of any fistulas developing 'downwards'.

[Mgt8 in reply to I844]

That's interesting, thanks for the reply..... I didn't know they could develop up the arm...... does it still work ok?

[I844 in reply to Mgt8]

Still going strong after all this time with a few repairs along the way!

[lovemore]

hi

The decision is made based on the best assess.

Regards

Lovemore.

[Ianm]

I have mine in my wrist they said the younger you are the lower down the arm they put it so don't worry about it you'll be fine

[Mgt8 in reply to Ianm]

That sounds positive, thanks...