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Transradial intervention
Transradial Intervention is a modern, patient-friendly approach to performing coronary angiography and angioplasty using the radial artery in the wrist instead of the femoral artery in the groin. This technique offers greater comfort, faster recovery, and significantly lower complications, making it the preferred approach for most heart procedures worldwide. Under the expertise of Dr. Umesh Akkalkotkar, Senior Consultant & Interventional Cardiologist at N.M. Patients at the Wadia Institute of Cardiology, Pune, benefit from high-precision transradial procedures performed with exceptional safety and efficiency.

What is Transradial Intervention?

Transradial Intervention uses the radial artery at the wrist as the entry point for catheters that help diagnose and treat coronary artery disease.
  • Procedure Overview: A small local anaesthetic is applied to the wrist. A thin catheter is inserted into the radial artery and guided toward the heart to perform angiography or angioplasty with stenting. Patients remain comfortable throughout, and the wrist is sealed with a compression band after the procedure is complete.
  • Key Features: Minimally invasive access with reduced bleeding risk, quicker discharge, and higher patient satisfaction.
  • Applications: Suitable for most diagnostic angiograms, complex angioplasties, stenting of multiple arteries, and emergency heart attack treatment.

    • Benefits of Transradial Intervention

  • Greater Safety: Significantly lower risk of bleeding and vascular complications compared to groin access.
  • Faster Mobility: Patients can sit up and walk within hours, without the need for prolonged bed rest.
  • Quick Discharge: Many patients return home the same day for diagnostic procedures and within 24 hours after angioplasty.

    • Why Choose Dr Umesh Akkalkotkar for Transradial Procedures?

  • Expertise: Skilled in transradial access for both routine and challenging angioplasty, ensuring safety and precision.
  • Advanced Equipment: Supported by state-of-the-art cath labs and modern imaging systems at N.M. Wadia Institute of Cardiology.
  • Comfort-Focused Care: Emphasis on painless access, smooth recovery, and clear communication with patients.
  • Dependable Outcomes: Consistently high procedural success with reduced hospital stays and excellent patient satisfaction.
  • Evidence-Based Practice: Regular integration of global best practices and latest guidelines for optimal treatment.
    • If you need coronary angiography or angioplasty, Transradial Intervention with Dr Umesh Akkalkotkar offers a safe, comfortable, and highly effective approach. Book a consultation today for a detailed evaluation and personalised heart care.