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[Ambulatory coronary arteriography]
O Davidsen1, C Sjøstrøm, L Thuesen
1Hjertemedicinsk afdeling, Skejby Sygehus Arhus.
Insights
Outpatient coronary angiography (CAG) is safe and well-accepted by patients. This study found a very low risk for outpatient procedures, with high patient satisfaction regarding information and preference for ambulatory care.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Interventional Cardiology
- Patient Safety
Context:
- Coronary angiography (CAG) is a common diagnostic procedure.
- Assessing the feasibility and patient acceptance of outpatient versus inpatient procedures is crucial for healthcare efficiency.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the patient safety and attitudes towards outpatient coronary angiography (CAG).
- To compare patient satisfaction and preferences between outpatient and inpatient CAG settings.
Summary:
- A study of 115 patients undergoing coronary angiography (CAG) found that 72% were discharged directly home.
- Only 1% of de facto ambulatory patients required readmission (groin hematoma).
- High patient satisfaction was reported, with 97% of ambulatory patients preferring outpatient CAG.
Impact:
- Outpatient CAG demonstrates a very low risk profile.
- Patient acceptance and preference for outpatient procedures are high, suggesting potential for increased ambulatory care in cardiology.
- Findings support the implementation of outpatient CAG services to improve patient experience and potentially reduce healthcare costs.
Abstract:
Based upon hospital files and a questionnaire we assessed the patient safety of and the patient attitude towards outpatient coronary angiography (CAG). A total of 115 consecutive patients were included in the study. Thirty two of the patients (28%) were admitted following the angiography, while 83 (72%) were discharged to the home as planned. Of those de facto ambulatory patients one (1%) was readmitted because of a groin haematoma. Of those who returned the questionnaire, 93% of the patients admitted and 97% of the de facto ambulatory patients were satisfied with the level of information, and 76% and 99%, respectively, would prefer out-patient CAG to CAG during admission. We conclude that out-patient CAG can be performed with a very low risk and is well accepted by the patients.