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| Exam type | Exam details |
|---|---|
| Inspection (“Look”) | Swelling, pain, aneurysm, edema, presence of multiple collateral vessels, fluid leakage, bleeding, color (redness), steal syndrome symptoms When arm is elevated, the fistula collapses completely; when there is a stenosis, the fistula remains distended |
| Auscultation (“Listen') | Sound of access (bruit) |
| Palpation (“Touch”) | Presence and intensity of pulse/thrill |
