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Harvesting the radial artery: does it affect early postoperative hand function?

R A Sankey1, A P Rumian, W Jackson

  • 1Cardiothoracic Unit, St. Mary's Hospital, London, UK. rasankey@hotmail.com

The Heart Surgery Forum
|April 30, 2003
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Harvesting the radial artery (RA) for coronary artery bypass grafting does not significantly impact short-term hand function or grip strength. Patients can safely perform self-care activities upon returning home after RA removal.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery

Background:

  • The radial artery (RA) is a common graft choice for coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG).
  • Prior research indicates long-term hand function remains unaffected after RA harvesting.
  • Short-term functional impact of RA removal on hand dexterity and strength requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate immediate postoperative hand function and power after RA harvesting for CABG.
  • To determine if RA removal affects a patient's ability for self-care upon discharge.
  • To assess short-term functional changes in the operated hand.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective controlled trial involving 37 patients undergoing RA harvesting.
  • Preoperative and 5-day postoperative assessment of grip power and fine motor skills.

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  • Utilized an elasticated grip strength tester and an 18-hole peg board for functional evaluation.
  • Paired-sample t-test used for statistical analysis of pre- and post-operative data.

    • Main Results:

    • No statistically significant difference was observed in fine motor skills between preoperative and postoperative assessments.
    • Grip power in the operated hand showed no significant decline 5 days after RA harvesting.
    • The findings indicate preserved hand function immediately following radial artery graft procurement.

    Conclusions:

    • Radial artery harvesting for CABG is a safe procedure with no significant short-term adverse effects on hand function.
    • Patients can expect to maintain adequate hand dexterity and strength for self-care post-surgery.
    • The RA remains a viable conduit for CABG without compromising immediate postoperative hand capabilities.