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Transradial versus transfemoral access: The dispute continues

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• Transradial access was associated with fewer vascular complications than transfemoral access assisted by with vessel plug and suture closure devices. • Confounding variables, such as case complexity and sheath… Click to show full abstract

• Transradial access was associated with fewer vascular complications than transfemoral access assisted by with vessel plug and suture closure devices. • Confounding variables, such as case complexity and sheath size used, affect the external validity of the results. • Further research is required to establish best access practices. In the meantime, radial artery access appears to be the safer approach when technically feasible.

Keywords: transradial versus; dispute continues; versus transfemoral; transfemoral access; access dispute; access

Journal Title: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions
Year Published: 2020

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