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Master Carotid Angiogram Conundrum

Published on Mon Apr 29, 2024

Question: The patient was brought to the cardiac Cath Lab in a fasting and non-sedated state. Informed consent was signed and obtained. By using a modified center technique and ultrasound guidance, the physician was able to successfully puncture the right common femoral artery and place a micro-puncture sheath upsized to a 6 French sheath. This was followed by a pigtail catheter [...]
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