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| The Transradial Handbook: Evidence-Based Practice |
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Doody's Core Title (2026 Edition)
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2.9
(Health Sciences - Diagnostic Radiology)
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ISBN: 978-0-367-72141-1,
145 pages,
Soft Cover
ISBN-10: 0-367-72141-4 |
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| Copyright: |
2025 |
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1st |
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| Editor: |
Nolan, James, MBChB, MD, FRCP |
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Specialties:
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Cardiology
, Diagnostic Radiology |
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| Publisher: |
CRC Press/Taylor & Francis Group |
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| List Price: |
$48.99 |
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At A Glance
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Access site techniques for invasive cardiology and interventional radiology procedures have undergone rapidly evolving technological advances, with radial access offering important benefits for patients and health-care systems. This book provides a concise practical guide to the practice of transradial procedures in both specialties. It is a readily accessible source of information that provides evidence-based guidelines from extensive global literature, interpreted and contextualised by experienced and recognised international opinion leaders. It provides an overview of relevant trial data, cannulation technique, catheter selection and manipulation, catheter delivery, right heart catheterisation, and complication management. It offers a comprehensive but portable reference to aid learning for cardiology and radiology professionals and trainees.
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Reviewer:
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Nikoloz Koshkelashvili,
MD
(Karing Hearts Cardiology)
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Is this written at an appropriate level? |
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Is there significant duplication? (1=significant, 5=insignificant) |
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If this is a 2nd or later edition, is this new edition needed? |
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Reviewer:
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Nikoloz Koshkelashvili,
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(Karing Hearts Cardiology)
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Description
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| This is a comprehensive, first-edition book on transradial catheterization, featuring contributions from highly qualified clinicians and recognized leaders in their respective fields. |
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Purpose
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| The well written textbook offers an up-to-date, comprehensive review of transradial catheterization. It covers a wide range of topics, including the anatomy of the radial artery, methods for achieving transradial access, and catheterization techniques. The book also provides guidance on navigating challenging and complex clinical cases and managing potential complications with effective solutions. This book serves as a practical guide for clinicians and trainees, facilitating both the learning and mastery of this important technique. The contributing authors are recognized leaders in their fields. |
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Audience
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| This book's audience is interventional and invasive cardiologists, trainees in cardiology and interventional cardiology, and cardiac catheterization laboratory personnel. The book meets the needs of its intended audience. |
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Features
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| This multi-chapter book is a great guide to transradial catheterization. It begins by focusing on the elements of a safe and successful procedure, including patient selection, radial artery anatomy, and catheterization laboratory setup. The book provides detailed guidance on accessing the radial artery, navigating anatomical challenges, and performing the procedure not only successfully but also safely. It also offers a comprehensive review of necessary equipment and includes illustrations that serve as a clear guide to understanding the techniques and anatomy. The book also addresses the important topics of potential complications and provides expert solutions for managing these clinical scenarios. Furthermore, it expands on the subject by covering non-cardiac procedures that can be performed via transradial access. Written in a clear style, this book is an excellent resource for anyone seeking to learn and master transradial catheterization. |
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Assessment
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| This book is an invaluable resource for physicians and support staff in cardiac and interventional laboratories, including those in vascular surgery and interventional radiology. It has successfully achieved its objective of providing a high-quality, comprehensive overview of the subject. |
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