Clinical features, early diagnosis and management of subclavian artery stenosis in hemodialysis patients

BACKGROUND: Subclavian artery stenosis (SAS) in hemodialysis (HD) patients often presents as non-specific arteriovenous access (AVA) dysfunction. Early recognition is critical to preserve access patency. METHODS: This retrospective study included HD patients with newly diagnosed SAS from 2018 to 2024. Clinical features, imaging findings, treatments, and changes in AVA flow after technically successful endovascular therapy were analyzed. RESULTS: < 0.001). No recurrent symptoms occurred. CONCLUSIONS: In HD patients, SAS commonly presents with ischemic and AVA-related symptoms. Endovascular revascularization is effective and rapidly improves hemodynamics and symptoms.