Single catheter technique for transaxillary aortofemoral angiography

Area of Science:

• Vascular Surgery
• Interventional Radiology
• Cardiovascular Procedures

Background:

• Transaxillary arterial access is an alternative approach for catheterization.
• Minimally invasive techniques are crucial for reducing patient recovery times.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the technique and outcomes of rapid left transaxillary catheterization of the abdominal aorta.
• To evaluate the safety and efficacy of a double-curve catheter for this procedure.

Main Methods:

• Utilized a double-curve catheter for left transaxillary access to the abdominal aorta.
• Performed the procedure on 140 patients, documenting success rates and complications.

Main Results:

• Successful catheterization was achieved in 98.6% of patients.
• A large hematoma occurred in 2.8% of cases.
• One patient (0.7%) experienced an incomplete median nerve palsy.

Conclusions:

• Rapid left transaxillary catheterization using a double-curve catheter is a safe and effective technique.
• The procedure demonstrates a high success rate with manageable complications for abdominal aorta access.