Radial artery pseudoaneurysm following transradial percutaneous coronary intervention

Cardiac catheterization is performed for both therapeutic and diagnostic reasons. Like any invasive procedure, cardiac catheterization is associated with complications; hence, the decision to undertake the procedure should be based on the risks and benefits. In terms of vascular problems, the radial artery approach to cardiac catheterization is preferable to femoral artery access. Rare cases of radial artery pseudoaneurysms (PSAs) have been documented. The incidence of radial PSAs, a recognized complication of radial access, has been gradually rising due to the increasing number of radial procedures in cardiology. We report a case of a 67-year-old female who had a large radial PSA following transradial (TR) coronary angioplasty with stenting. She was managed conservatively with TR band application, intermittent manual compression, and dressing.