Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8649427 | Cardiovascular Revascularization Medicine | 2018 | 20 Pages |
Abstract
Caucasian populations have larger calibre radial arteries compared to other geographic areas. Sublingual NTG is effective at dilating the radial artery in both men and women. This may make radial artery puncture and cannulation less challenging and should be considered in all patients in the absence of contraindications. The results of Allen's testing are dynamic and its usefulness for screening prior to transradial access is undetermined.
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Authors
Aun-Yeong Chong, Ted Lo, Sudhakar George, Karim Ratib, Mamas Mamas, James Nolan,