Road map application to the pulseless common femoral artery

Area of Science:

• Vascular Surgery
• Interventional Cardiology

Background:

• Catheterization of the common femoral artery is crucial for various vascular interventions.
• Accessing a pulseless common femoral artery presents significant technical challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce and describe the road map technique as a method for catheterizing the pulseless common femoral artery.

Main Methods:

• The road map technique involves using imaging guidance to navigate and access the artery.
• Detailed procedural steps for employing this technique are outlined.

Main Results:

• The road map technique provides a viable alternative for achieving common femoral artery access.
• Successful catheterization of the pulseless artery is demonstrated.

Conclusions:

• The road map technique is a valuable addition to the armamentarium for endovascular procedures.
• This approach can improve success rates in challenging femoral artery catheterizations.