Why the study?
Is left heart catheterisation by a modified Judkins technique safe and cost-effective as an outpatient procedure in selected patients?
Is left heart catheterisation by a modified Judkins technique safe and cost-effective as an outpatient procedure in selected patients?
Left heart catheterisation via the Judkins technique can be safely performed as an outpatient procedure in selected patients, resulting in high same-day discharge rates and significant cost savings.
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Supports feasibility of same-day discharge after outpatient catheterization in selected patients; leaves open need for randomized confirmation of safety and savings.
Oldroyd et al. (1989) studied this question.
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