Long-term outcomes of arteriovenous snuffbox fistulas for hemodialysis.

Objective: Autologous arteriovenous fistulas in the arm have been shown to be superior to all other types of arteriovenous access and should be placed as far distally as possible. The aim of the present study was to delineate the advantages of snuffbox fistulas (SBFs).

Methods: From January 2007 through April 2017, first time or new arteriovenous fistula surgery was performed in 375 patients.