Surface-coated tunneled hemodialysis catheters.

Abstract

In hemodialysis, infection is a complication of severe morbidity and mortality caused by hemodialysis catheters; significant numbers of catheters are removed due to catheterrelated sepsis. Several strategies have been employed to reduce the incidence of infection and improve long-term outcomes. The use of surface-coated tunneled hemodialysis catheter is currently one of the promising approach. Herein, this article aims to review the efficacy and current recommendation for using the device.