Ever wonder why we stop the wire at a certain point or how to recognize when it has migrated into a place it shouldn’t be? In this video, I break down the essentials of wire movement and tactile feedback in the cath lab.
???? This example focuses on radial access, where the pathway from the radial artery to the aortic root can sometimes be tortuous, but the same principles apply to femoral access.
You will Learn:
- How tactile feedback gives early warning signs (and why it’s your red flag to look).
- What to do if the wire enters a smaller branch, encounters an occlusion, or risks dissection.
- How to communicate clearly with your physician about what you’re feeling when advancing wires and catheters.
- Why it’s always okay to ask questions or let the physician feel the wire themselves.
???? Pro tip: Every physician has their own routine and preferences, never guess. If you are unsure STOP and ASK where they want you to go.
This video is designed for anyone new to the cath lab or those wanting to sharpen their skills with wire and catheter technique.
???? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this with a colleague who could use a confidence boost in the lab!
New to the Cath Lab? Grab a copy of The Cath Lab Visual Orientation Manual
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#CathLab #RadialAccess #FemoralAccess #CardiacCath #InterventionalCardiology #MedEd #RCIS #DontMissABeat
???? This example focuses on radial access, where the pathway from the radial artery to the aortic root can sometimes be tortuous, but the same principles apply to femoral access.
You will Learn:
- How tactile feedback gives early warning signs (and why it’s your red flag to look).
- What to do if the wire enters a smaller branch, encounters an occlusion, or risks dissection.
- How to communicate clearly with your physician about what you’re feeling when advancing wires and catheters.
- Why it’s always okay to ask questions or let the physician feel the wire themselves.
???? Pro tip: Every physician has their own routine and preferences, never guess. If you are unsure STOP and ASK where they want you to go.
This video is designed for anyone new to the cath lab or those wanting to sharpen their skills with wire and catheter technique.
???? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this with a colleague who could use a confidence boost in the lab!
New to the Cath Lab? Grab a copy of The Cath Lab Visual Orientation Manual
???? Hey Cath Lab! Connect with Us:
Website: https://dontmissabeat.store
Instagram: https://instagram.com/dontmissabeat
Facebook: https://facebook.com/dontmissabeat
???? Hey EP Lab! Connect with Us:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/dontmissthehis
Facebook: https://facebook.com/dontmissthehis
#CathLab #RadialAccess #FemoralAccess #CardiacCath #InterventionalCardiology #MedEd #RCIS #DontMissABeat
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