Improving the success of surgical connections for dialysis access
Official title: TABA for SAVE-FistulaS: A Pivotal Study of SelfWrap-Assisted ArterioVEnous FistulaS
Funded at Venostent, INC. · NIH-11313482 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at a new way to help improve the success of arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) for people on hemodialysis, aiming to make them work better and last longer by helping veins adjust to their new role.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Venostent, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | April 15, 2020 |
| Project end | April 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $50,000 |
| NIH project number | 3R44HL151025-03S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11313482 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with chronic kidney disease who require hemodialysis and are undergoing AVF creation.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not require dialysis or have already established successful dialysis access may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the success rates of arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs), which are crucial for patients undergoing hemodialysis due to chronic kidney disease. The study aims to address the high failure rates of AVFs by investigating a novel approach that helps veins adapt better to the arterial environment, thereby reducing complications and improving blood flow. Patients will be monitored to assess the effectiveness of this new method in maintaining the functionality of AVFs over time. The research employs a combination of surgical techniques and innovative devices to achieve these goals.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the longevity and effectiveness of dialysis access for patients with chronic kidney disease.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in improving AVF outcomes through innovative surgical techniques, suggesting that this approach may also yield positive results.
Where this research is happening
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Venostent, INC.
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boire, Timothy C — Venostent, INC.
- Study coordinator: Boire, Timothy C
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.