Key result
Distal radial catheterization can result in severe distal hand hematomas, challenging traditional EASY classification.
Why the study?
The characteristics and classification of hematomas after cardiac catheterization via the distal radial artery are not well described and may differ from traditional radial catheterization.
Does cardiac catheterization via the distal radial artery result in atypical hand hematomas compared to traditional radial access?
Population
Single patient undergoing cardiac catheterization via distal radial artery
Comparison
Distal radial artery catheterization vs traditional radial catheterization
Design
Case report
Authors
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Distal radial access may cause atypical distal hand hematomas; leaves open whether the EASY classification requires revision.
Case Report (n=1)
Does cardiac catheterization via the distal radial artery result in atypical hand hematomas compared to traditional radial access?
This case highlights that hematomas following distal radial artery catheterization can extend distally, unlike traditional radial access hematomas, suggesting the need for updated classification systems.
Koutouzis et al. (2018) conducted a case report in Severe hand hematoma after cardiac catheterization (n=1). Cardiac catheterization through the distal radial artery vs. Traditional radial catheterization was evaluated on Hand hematoma distribution. Cardiac catheterization through the distal radial artery can result in severe hand hematoma extending distally, suggesting the traditional EASY classification may not apply.
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