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What is radial artery catheterization?

What is radial artery catheterization?

Transradial cardiac catheterization is a procedure used to treat and diagnose certain heart conditions. It is also known as transradial cardiac cath or angiography. During the procedure, a healthcare provider inserts a long thin tube (catheter) through the radial artery. The radial artery is a blood vessel in the arm.

How do you puncture a radial artery?

Puncture radial artery using either micropuncture needle or cannula-over-needle assembly until flashback of arterial blood is observed. Unsuccessful radial artery puncture commonly provokes radial artery spasm, temporary loss of the radial pulse at the site of puncture, and hematoma formation.

What is radial artery cannulation?

An indwelling arterial catheter allows for continuous blood pressure monitoring, frequent blood sampling, and arterial blood gas measurement. The radial artery is chosen for cannulation primarily because of the superficial nature of the vessel and ease of maintenance of the site.

What to expect after your cardiac catheterization procedure?

What to Expect After Your Cardiac Catheterization Procedure. Your family will receive preliminary results of the catheterization. IV fluids will run continuously until you can drink adequately on your own. Once you’re awake, you may drink clear liquids (apple juice, water). Your diet will be advanced as tolerated.

Why is radial artery access?

Radial artery. The radial artery supplies the arm and hand with oxygenated blood from the lungs. Due to the size of the radial artery, and its proximity to the surface of the arm, this is the most common artery used to measure a patient’s pulse. The pulse is checked at the wrist, where the radial artery is closest to the surface.

Is cardiac catheterization and cardiac angiography the same?

For all intents and purposes cardiac catheterization and cardiac angiography are the same thing, but I will explain the technical difference for you. Cardiac catheterization describes a procedure in which small catheters are inserted into arteries or veins and snaked up into the heart.

What is the transradial cardiac catheterization?

Transradial cardiac catheterization is a procedure used to treat and diagnose certain heart conditions . It is also known as transradial cardiac cath or angiography. During the procedure, a healthcare provider inserts a long thin tube (catheter) through the radial artery. The radial artery is a blood vessel in the arm.