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Percutaneous axillary access: A call to arms

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The axillary artery is a useful alternative access site for large‐bore interventions as it is rarely atherosclerotic. This systematic review of percutaneous large‐bore axillary artery access suggests that it is… Click to show full abstract

The axillary artery is a useful alternative access site for large‐bore interventions as it is rarely atherosclerotic. This systematic review of percutaneous large‐bore axillary artery access suggests that it is as safe and effective as open surgical access. The Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) Expert Consensus Statement will soon be convened to provide best practice recommendations on transaxillary access including technique, training, and safety.

Keywords: percutaneous axillary; axillary access; call arms; access call; access

Journal Title: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions
Year Published: 2020

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