Coronary and bypass graft angiography via the right radial approach using a single catheter
Suh, W.M.; Kern, M.J.
Journal of Invasive Cardiology 24(6): 295-297
2012
ISSN/ISBN: 1557-2501 PMID: 22684386 Document Number: 660308
Transradial cardiac catheterization in patients with previous coronary artery bypass graft surgery can be technically challenging. The presence of a left internal mammary artery (LIMA) graft was previously considered a relative contraindication for a right radial procedure, but there are several reports demonstrating the feasibility and safety of LIMA angiography from a right radial access. This case report demonstrates that transradial coronary and bypass graft angiography including LIMA angiography from the right radial approach is technically feasible with a single catheter. Catheter options for LIMA angiography from right radial access will also be discussed.