Implantation of the HeRO Graft is contraindicated if:

• The brachial or target artery inner diameter (ID) is less than 3mm
• The internal jugular vein (IJV) or target vasculature cannot be dilated to accommodate the 19F Venous Outflow Component
• There is significant arterial occlusive disease that would preclude safe placement of an upper extremity hemodialysis access
• There is known or suspected allergy to device materials (i.e., ePTFE, silicone, titanium, nitinol)
• The patient has a topical or subcutaneous infection associated with the implantation site
• The patient has known or suspected systemic infection, bacteremia, or septicemia

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