Predictors of complications after sheath removal following percutaneous coronary interventional procedures

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Interventional Diagnostic Procedure: A Practical Guide for the Assessment of Coronary Vascular Function
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Published on: March 15, 2022

J B Hamner1, G Stegall

  • 1Auburn University School of Nursing, Auburn University, Alabama, USA.

Advanced Practice Nursing Quarterly
|January 1, 1996
PubMed

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Predicting severe complications after percutaneous coronary intervention sheath removal is possible. Identifying at-risk patients undergoing these procedures can improve post-procedural care and outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Patient Safety

Background:

  • Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a common procedure.
  • Sheath removal is a critical step post-PCI.
  • Severe complications can arise from sheath removal, impacting patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify independent variables that predict severe complications after sheath removal in PCI patients.
  • To develop a predictive model for post-PCI sheath removal complications.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of patient data undergoing PCI.
  • Statistical modeling to assess the predictive value of various independent variables.
  • Identification of key predictors for severe complications.

Main Results:

  • A combination of independent variables was found to predict severe complications.
  • The study successfully identified patients at higher risk for complications post-sheath removal.
  • Predictive accuracy for severe complications was established.

Conclusions:

  • It is feasible to predict severe complications following sheath removal in PCI patients.
  • Identifying high-risk patients allows for targeted monitoring and intervention.
  • This predictive knowledge can enhance patient care and safety after PCI procedures.

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