{"id":1509,"date":"2026-05-19T11:59:25","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T09:59:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.irz.ch\/treatments\/dialysis-access\/hamodialysekatheter\/"},"modified":"2026-05-28T09:51:01","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T07:51:01","slug":"hemodialysis-catheter","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.irz.ch\/en\/treatments\/dialysis-access\/hemodialysis-catheter\/","title":{"rendered":"Hemodialysis Catheter"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_5dc960c1 height_large with_img\"><div class=\"l-section-img\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Image\" data-img-width=\"2400\" data-img-height=\"1600\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.irz.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IRZ-8008-Seefeld-Entrance-2025.webp);background-repeat: no-repeat;\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_middle type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_4fb9e5a3 height_small width_custom type_sticky\" style=\"--site-content-width:1300px;\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-hwrapper valign_top wrap stack_on_mobiles hide_on_mobiles align_center\" style=\"--hwrapper-gap:1.2rem\"><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_5\" href=\"#2\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Preview<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_5\" href=\"#7\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">FAQ<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium width_custom\" style=\"--site-content-width:1300px;\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_auto width_custom\" style=\"--site-content-width:1100px;\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><h1 class=\"w-text us_custom_b699551f\"><span class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\"><strong> Hemodialysis Catheter Implantation and Management<\/strong> \u2013 IRZ Zurich<\/span><\/span><\/h1><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_432d3f53\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>When an AV fistula is not possible or not yet mature, a tunneled hemodialysis catheter enables hemodialysis through a central venous access. The catheter is placed through the jugular vein into the right atrium \u2014 through a subcutaneous tunnel that significantly reduces infection risk.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium width_custom\" style=\"--site-content-width:1100px;\" id=\"2\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>What We Offer<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small with_line width_default thick_1 style_solid color_border align_center\"><div class=\"w-separator-h\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_432d3f53\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><ul>\n<li>Implantation of new tunneled hemodialysis catheters under ultrasound and fluoroscopic guidance<\/li>\n<li>Catheter exchange for malfunction or suspected infection<\/li>\n<li>Treatment of fibrin sheaths through thrombolysis or stripping<\/li>\n<li>Diagnostic workup for catheter dysfunction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-iconbox us_custom_f55e6d61 has_text_color iconpos_left style_default color_custom align_none no_title icontype_img\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-icon\" style=\"font-size:2rem;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M15.9188 13.3162C16.8375 12.3449 17.4 11.0399 17.4 9.5999C17.4 6.61865 14.9813 4.1999 12 4.1999C9.0188 4.1999 6.60005 6.61865 6.60005 9.5999C6.60005 11.0399 7.16255 12.3449 8.0813 13.3162C8.88005 14.1562 9.76505 15.3412 10.08 16.7999H13.92C14.235 15.3374 15.12 14.1562 15.9188 13.3162ZM17.2238 14.5537C16.3388 15.4874 15.6 16.6274 15.6 17.9137V18.5999C15.6 20.2574 14.2575 21.5999 12.6 21.5999H11.4C9.74255 21.5999 8.40005 20.2574 8.40005 18.5999V17.9137C8.40005 16.6274 7.6613 15.4874 6.7763 14.5537C5.55005 13.2637 4.80005 11.5199 4.80005 9.5999C4.80005 5.6249 8.02505 2.3999 12 2.3999C15.975 2.3999 19.2 5.6249 19.2 9.5999C19.2 11.5199 18.45 13.2637 17.2238 14.5537ZM10.2 9.2999C10.2 9.79865 9.7988 10.1999 9.30005 10.1999C8.8013 10.1999 8.40005 9.79865 8.40005 9.2999C8.40005 7.4774 9.87755 5.9999 11.7 5.9999C12.1988 5.9999 12.6 6.40115 12.6 6.8999C12.6 7.39865 12.1988 7.7999 11.7 7.7999C10.8713 7.7999 10.2 8.47115 10.2 9.2999Z\" fill=\"#17A475\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div><div class=\"w-iconbox-meta\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-text\"><p>After the consultation, you will receive a detailed patient information sheet<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium width_custom\" style=\"--site-content-width:1100px;\" id=\"7\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_plus cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"lec9\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-lec9\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">How long can a tunneled hemodialysis catheter remain in place?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-lec9\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_432d3f53\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Tunneled catheters can remain in situ for years, provided they are properly maintained and complication-free. Regular flushing with heparin or trisodium citrate between dialysis sessions is important.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"xf9a\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-xf9a\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">What is a fibrin sheath on a dialysis catheter?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-xf9a\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_432d3f53\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>A fibrin sheath is a coating of the body\u2019s own protein that forms around the dialysis catheter, reducing blood flow. It can be treated by catheter-side thrombolysis (infusing a lytic agent directly into the catheter) or by mechanical stripping (pulling off the fibrin sheath with a catheter).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"k058\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-k058\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">What are signs of a catheter complication?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-k058\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_432d3f53\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Fever, redness or discharge at the catheter exit site, declining blood flow, or back-pressure during dialysis are warning signs. Please inform the dialysis center immediately.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"v2af\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-v2af\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">What should I watch for after the procedure \u2014 and when should I contact the doctor?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-v2af\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_432d3f53\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>After tunneled hemodialysis catheter implantation, mild pain at the insertion site and pressure sensation in the neck for 1\u20132 days are normal.<\/p>\n<p>Please contact us or your dialysis center immediately if you experience:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_c488f0de has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>\u26a0 Redness, swelling, or purulent discharge at the catheter site or tunnel tract (sign of infection \u2014 report immediately)<\/p>\n<p>\u26a0 Fever above 38.0\u00b0C (100.4\u00b0F) with chills (possible catheter sepsis \u2014 urgent)<\/p>\n<p>\u26a0 Sudden shortness of breath or chest pain after implantation (very rare pneumothorax)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium width_custom\" style=\"--site-content-width:1100px;\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--columns-gap:3rem;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_7abf0e41 has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Scientific References<\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li>Dariushnia SR et al. Quality improvement guidelines for tunneled hemodialysis catheters. J Vasc Interv Radiol. 2016;27(1):67\u201374.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_large\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-border)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_middle type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--columns-gap:3rem;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Would you like to know if this procedure<br \/>\nis right for you?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">We offer personalized, discreet, and no-obligation consultations. 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