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Radial vs Femoral: Redefining Success in Cardiac Catheterization Procedures

ADN Center of Excellence

These encompass perceived technical complexities, initial learning curve for practitioners transitioning from femoral to radial access, and considerations regarding access vessel size and patient anatomy variability. Overcoming Technical Hurdles: Mastery of radial access involves employing specific techniques and tools.

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Radial vs Femoral: Redefining Success in Cardiac Catheterization Procedures

ADN Center of Excellence

These encompass perceived technical complexities, initial learning curve for practitioners transitioning from femoral to radial access, and considerations regarding access vessel size and patient anatomy variability. Overcoming Technical Hurdles: Mastery of radial access involves employing specific techniques and tools.

Anatomy 52
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What can you find with continuous ST monitoring in the ED?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

His care was signed out to the overnight team with a plan to continue to obtain serial troponin measurements and admit the patient to the hospital for an angiogram. He was started on intravenous heparin and given aspirin. Overnight, his troponin continued to rise, but he remained asymptomatic and was resting between cares.