Although 90-95 percent of cardiac catheterizations in the U.S. are performed through the femoral artery, but radial access has been found to be a safer, faster, more comfortable, and more cost-efficient approach. Because the large femoral artery is accessed through the groin, while the radial artery is much smaller and accessed through the wrist, femoral access is a more invasive procedure with higher risks and adverse consequences.
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Here are some of the reasons why providers should consider switching to radial access in their quest for the Triple Aim—better patient satisfaction, improved care, and lower costs.
Measuring and tracking your radial vs. femoral access with analytics is the first step toward changing physician behavior. Read this white paper for more about how this works and other ways to improve quality and increase margins in your cardiovascular service line.
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