Cardiac Catheterization

Memorial Hermann The Woodlands now offers the trans-radial approach for cardiac catheterizations this technique allows cardiologists to use the radial artery near the wrist as an entry point into the body, rather than the femoral artery in the leg/groin area. By snaking narrow catheters and wires through the body's circulatory highway to the heart, a cardiologist is able to expand a balloon, place a stent, and open a blocked artery without surgery.
Benefits of the Trans-Radial Approach
Specific benefits of the trans-radial approach include:
•Lower rate of blood transfusions
•Lower mortality rate
•Lower instances of bleeding complications, hematomas, and possible nerve trauma
•Increased patient comfort since mobility is not affected, rather than having to lie flat for four-six hours with the traditional femoral approach

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