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Compartment Syndrome: A Rare and Frightening Complication of Transradial Catheterization

Ioannis Tsiafoutis, Konstantina Katsanou, Michael Koutouzis

  • 13rd Department of Cardiology, Hygeia Hospital Research Associate, Athens Red Cross Hospital, 8 Artemidos Street, 16672, Vari, Athens, Greece. theodoroszografos@gmail.com.

The Journal of Invasive Cardiology
|October 4, 2018
PubMed

Insights

Compartment syndrome, a severe complication of transradial approach, can be prevented by promptly treating forearm hematoma. Urgent fasciotomies are required if hematoma is not treated.

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Trauma Management

Background:

  • Transradial approach is a common vascular access method.
  • Compartment syndrome is a potential complication following vascular procedures.

Observation:

  • Forearm hematoma can develop after transradial approach.
  • Delayed treatment of forearm hematoma can lead to severe complications.

Findings:

  • Prompt treatment of forearm hematoma is crucial for preventing compartment syndrome.
  • Compartment syndrome necessitates urgent fasciotomy if conservative measures fail.

Implications:

  • Early recognition and management of forearm hematoma can avert the need for fasciotomy.
  • Adherence to prompt treatment protocols can improve patient outcomes after transradial procedures.

Keywords:
angiographycardiac imagingcompartment syndromecomplicationsradial intervention

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