Determining best practice: Comparison of three methods of femoral sheath removal after cardiac interventional procedures

Based on the results of this study, staff in the study setting are currently exploring manual sheath removal as the preferred practice. Randomized controlled studies with larger sample populations at multicenter research sites are needed to ensure generalizability of results to larger populations. When using manual pressure application in conjunction with closure pad devices, hold times can be decreased, thus resulting in cost savings through decreased equipment use, earlier discharge times, and improved bed utilization.