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The distal radial artery (DRA) represents the latest vascular access option in the evolution of interventional cardiology that started as a femoral ‐ based field to one involving multiple, potential,… Click to show full abstract
The distal radial artery (DRA) represents the latest vascular access option in the evolution of interventional cardiology that started as a femoral ‐ based field to one involving multiple, potential, vascular access sites. DRA access offers several theoretical advantages: distal arteriotomy reduces the risk for proximal arterial occlusion, may shorten the time for hemostasis, and places the hand in a more comfortable position for patients. 1 There are also several theoretical disadvantages: vascular complications may present differently in the hand, may cause avascular necrosis of the small wrist bones, and may increase the time to vascular access. 2 As has been accomplished with other vascular access options, the respective advantages
Journal Title: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions
Year Published: 2023
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