Precision Care
Proven Results

For vascular access must function properly, it must be maintained and monitored over time. When issues arise, minimally invasive procedures can often correct them quickly and effectively.

At Carolina Vascular Care, we specialize in minimally invasive procedures to maintain and manage vascular access. The procedures are done in an outpatient setting. Our team of professionals customizes treatment plans to meet every patient’s unique needs using the most cutting-edge techniques to quickly restore normal function to your dialysis access.


Expert Care

Vascular Health

Our Expertise

Advanced Vascular Access Care for Dialysis Patients

Preoperative Ultrasound / Vein Mapping

Ultrasound mapping of your arm veins to plan fistula creation.

Angiogram / Fistulagram

X-ray dye test to identify narrowing or blockages in your access.

Vascular Angioplasty

Dilatation of narrowed vessels via balloon catheter to improve flow.

Endovascular Stent Placement

Implanting a small mesh tube when angioplasty alone isn't enough.

Thrombectomy / Declot

Removal of clots when access flow is blocked, restoring function quickly.

Obliteration of Accessory Veins

Closing off accessory veins that divert flow and interfere with fistula maturation.

Tunneled Dialysis Catheter Insertion, Exchange and Removal

Short-term, tunneled catheter placed in vein (neck/groin) for dialysis access.

Minimally Invasive Fistula Creation (Endovascular AVF)

Create an AV fistula via needle-size access without open surgery; same-day discharge.

Peritoneal Catheter Insertion and Manipulation

Access for peritoneal dialysis—insert, adjust or remove catheter as needed.

Subcutaneous Port Insertion

Placement of a venous port under the skin to deliver medication.

Access Ultrasound

Diagnostic ultrasound to evaluate access maturation or dysfunction.