Training the Next Generation of Invasive Cardiologists: Feasibility of Implementing a Trans-Radial Access Program at an Academic Hospital

Slow adoption of trans-radial access (TRA) for left heart catheterization (LHC) in the U.S. may be related to concerns about procedural complexity and a steep learning curve. However, TRA acceptance among novice operators remains poorly characterized.

Source: Cardiovascular Revascularization Medicine - June 14, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Joshua M. Stolker, Mazen Hadid, Zainal M. Hussain, Steven J. Rough, Majd Ibrahim, Kevin F. Kennedy, David M. Safley, Dmitri V. Baklanov, Robert H. Neumayr Source Type: research