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Simulation of Dialysis Access

One of the most valuable elements of the CiDA conference is the well-attended, intensive, Simulation of Dialysis Access (SoDA) program.

Modeled in part on the air travel industry’s approach to improving flight safety, SoDA teaches hands-on vascular surgical and endovascular techniques using simulation models under the supervision of leading vascular surgeons. This workshop has proven to be a popular and effective training method. Previous SoDA attendees have overwhelmingly reported that the learning format was interactive and engaging, they agreed that what they learned will ultimately benefit patient care, and they stated that they experienced no commercial bias.

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Join us at the intensive, hands-on Simulation of Dialysis Access (SoDA) program.

SoDA:

  • Increased use of covered stents for central venous obstruction
  • More aggressive treatment of central stenosis
  • Greater emphasis on percutaneous fistula creation
  • Increased use of ultrasound in arteriovenous fistula access

SoDA will once again use cutting-edge science and medical best practices to educate clinicians who see dialysis patients on a regular basis.  

Physicians will be introduced to hands-on simulations of a variety of techniques including:

Station 1: PD Placement

Using a laparoscopic technique in an abdominal torso with artificial internal organs, simulation of placement of PD catheter will be performed. Advantage and limitations of the procedure will be discussed.

Station 2: Physical Examination

Patients with AVFs and graft accesses will be at this station. Teaching on how to perform a physical examination of a dialysis patient and learn when further diagnostic evaluation of the dialysis access is indicated.

Station 3: Cannulation

Ultrasound Guided cannulation into a simulator Arm loop graft.

Station 4: Knobology and Vein Mapping

Understand the use of ultrasound in the evaluation of a dialysis access. Learn the criteria of significant stenosis, perforators, steal syndrome and other pathologies. Discuss pre-operative vessel mapping and postoperative follow up. The vascular anatomy and blood flow findings will be used to discuss the options for the appropriate action guided by the specific findings. 

Station 5: Surgical Anastomosis

Learn tips and tricks to improve your AVF anastomosis. New innovations available will also be presented. 

Station 6: Percutaneous AVF

At this hands-on station, attendees will view the anatomy of the antecubital fossa with ultrasound to simulate pre-operative vessel mapping. Then will be trained in the single catheter and power controller system techniques for endovascular AVF creation, using a series of simulated anatomy models. 

Station 7: Endo AVF

This hands-on station will address patient selection and the anatomy suitable for the dual catheter endovascular technique as determined on pre-operative vascular mapping and intra-procedural angiography. Tips and tricks for success, animation, recorded cases and images of actual procedures will be displayed. 

Station 8: PTA and Beyond

Case-based approach to fistula/graft stenosis with discussion of treatment options, technique, sizing, and other technical details to achieve optimal outcomes. Hands-on experience of different types of PTA options. 

Station 9: Thrombectomy

Hands-on experience with a variety of thrombectomy devices, technical tips on how to use them and discussion on advantages and limitations of the different devices in the market. 

Station 10: Station 10: Central Venous Stenosis and Occlusion

Hands-on experience in simulated AV access anatomies with recreated touch-and-feel during stent-graft placement. 

These exercises will provide clinicians with a valuable opportunity to safely practice new techniques and develop a strong foundation for improving performance in their practices.
The information provided in this program is designed to meet the educational needs of the target audience:

surgeons, interventional radiologists, nephrologists, and medical staff who regularly care for dialysis access patients.