Why Wrist Access Is Gaining Popularity during Heart Catheter Procedures (IMAGE)

American Heart Association

Why Wrist Access Is Gaining Popularity during Heart Catheter Procedures

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This infographic from the article outlines opening clogged heart arteries via the radial artery in the wrist is becoming more common.

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Source - American Heart Association's journal <i>Circulation</i>: D. Feldman

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