LB-2 | Distal versus Proximal Radial Artery Access for Cardiac Catheterization and Intervention: 30-day Outcomes of The DIPRA Study

Abstract

Proximal radial artery (PRA) access for cardiac catheterization has been shown to be safe and with a mortality benefit compared to femoral access.However, it can jeopardize subsequent use of the artery due to occlusion. Distal radial artery access (DRA) in the anatomical snuffbox has the potential of preserving the RA but its safety and potential detrimental effects on hand function is unknown. We sought to assess access feasibility, and complications including hand function post distal or proximal radial access.