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Abstract
Purpose: The transradial approach is increasingly used in neurointervention due to its minimally invasive nature and lower risk of severe access-related complications. However, radial artery steno-occlusion, although generally asymptomatic, may limit future vascular access. This study aimed to evaluate the incidence, predictors, and recanalization of puncture artery steno-occlusion following trans-wrist neurointervention.
Methods: A retrospective institutional review was conducted on transradial and transulnar neurointerventions performed between February 2022 and May 2024. Postprocedural ultrasound was performed on the following day to assess puncture artery stenosis or occlusion. Risk factors were evaluated using univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses. Follow-up ultrasound was conducted when available to assess recanalization.
Results: Among 96 therapeutic trans-wrist procedures, puncture artery steno-occlusion was observed in 21 cases (22%). Complete occlusion occurred in 16 cases (17%), all asymptomatic. Multivariate analysis identified local anesthesia (OR 8.0, p < 0.05) and absence of preprocedural antiplatelet medication (OR 4.3, p < 0.05) as significant risk factors. The steno-occlusion rate was lower (6.6%) in cases performed under general anesthesia with preprocedural antiplatelet therapy. Follow-up ultrasound (median: 3.5 months) was available in 11 cases (52%), revealing persistent stenosis in all 4 stenosis cases and spontaneous recanalization in 4 of 7 occlusion cases (57%).
Conclusion: Puncture artery steno-occlusion occurred in 22% of therapeutic trans-wrist neurointerventions. Local anesthesia and absence of preprocedural antiplatelet medication were significant risk factors. Follow-up revealed both persistent steno-occlusion and recanalization, underscoring the importance of vascular reassessment before repeated access.
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Neuroradiology aims to provide state-of-the-art medical and scientific information in the fields of Neuroradiology, Neurosciences, Neurology, Psychiatry, Neurosurgery, and related medical specialities. Neuroradiology as the official Journal of the European Society of Neuroradiology receives submissions from all parts of the world and publishes peer-reviewed original research, comprehensive reviews, educational papers, opinion papers, and short reports on exceptional clinical observations and new technical developments in the field of Neuroimaging and Neurointervention. The journal has subsections for Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Advanced Neuroimaging, Paediatric Neuroradiology, Head-Neck-ENT Radiology, Spine Neuroradiology, and for submissions from Japan. Neuroradiology aims to provide new knowledge about and insights into the function and pathology of the human nervous system that may help to better diagnose and treat nervous system diseases. Neuroradiology is a member of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and follows the COPE core practices. Neuroradiology prefers articles that are free of bias, self-critical regarding limitations, transparent and clear in describing study participants, methods, and statistics, and short in presenting results. Before peer-review all submissions are automatically checked by iThenticate to assess for potential overlap in prior publication.