Balloon Assisted Maturation Case Study
Using the Chameleon™ PTA balloon catheter to perform balloon assisted maturation (BAM) technique for AV fistula access.
Balloon assisted maturation (BAM) using the Chameleon™ PTA balloon catheter
Using percutaneous devices for arteriovenous fistula creation requires maturation procedures to prepare the site for adequate space and dialysis blood flow. While performing angioplasty, the Chameleon™ PTA balloon catheter’s unique features allow targeted visualization via the third contrast injection port and an exit port directly located at the target lesion — expanding access in the desired location.
BAM case summary and procedural approach
Use of Chameleon™ PTA balloon catheter in balloon assisted maturation procedures for arteriovenous (AV) fistula access.
Step-by-step balloon assisted maturation
Case review utilizing the Chameleon™ PTA balloon catheter:
- Use of devices for fistula creation
- Angioplasty performed at time of creation (5 mm balloon)
- 2–3 inch wide anastomosis at time of fistula creation
- Patient brought back 3 to 4 weeks after creation for balloon assisted maturation (using the radial artery as the primary access point)
1. Visualize vascular access
Angiogram to address underlying stenosis or inadequate flow.
2. Sheathless radial arterial access
Access of the radial artery utilizing a sheathless technique with the Chameleon™ PTA balloon catheter.
3. Perform angioplasty
Advancing of the 6×40 mm Chameleon™ PTA balloon catheter over the wire and positioning the proximal end of the balloon across the anastomosis. Performing angioplasty with pressures as high as 25 atm.
Note: Any other area(s) identified that need further angioplasty can also be approached and angioplasty performed.
4. Visualize final access
Contrast injected through the targeted injection port of the balloon without having to remove wire or move the balloon.
Adequate flow is restored, and both the balloon and wire are removed.
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- Kramer, A., Ross, J., Gasparis, A.P. Chameleon™ PTA Balloon Catheter: A single device in managing thrombosed AV access. J Vasc Access. 2021; https://doi.org/10.1177/11297298211027477. Accessed June 23, 2021.
- United States Renal Data System. 2019 USRDS Annual Data Report: Epidemiology of kidney disease in the United States. National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, Bethesda, MD, 2019.
