THE BASICS
The radial approach uses the artery in the wrist as the entry point rather than the more traditional femoral artery in the groin.
The radial approach uses the artery in the wrist as the entry point rather than the more traditional femoral artery in the groin.
The radial artery is located close to the surface of the skin, which makes catheter entry easier and more comfortable for patients.
The radial approach makes it easier to control bleeding and identify bleeding complications quickly.
Entry through the wrist rather than the groin can or may be faster, more convenient, and more comfortable for patients.
Femoral procedures require patients to lie quietly on their backs for 6-8 hours. Most radial patients are up and walking immediately after their procedure.
Risks normally associated with percutaneous diagnostic and/or interventional procedures.
Ask your doctor if radial approach is right for you.
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2. Feldman DN, Swaminathan RV, Kaltenbach LA, et al. Adoption of radial access and comparison of outcomes to femoral access in percutaneous coronary intervention: An updated report from the National Cardiovascular Data Registry (2007-2012). Circulation. 2013; Epub ahead of print.