Radial Access Approach to Peripheral Vascular Interventions: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Transradial access for peripheral vascular interventions is likely safe, with less bleeding and fewer local access site complications than transfemoral access for most peripheral interventions (largely single-centre and registry data).

Large prospective RCTs are lacking; any effect on mortality has not been addressed.

With available equipment, the approach will not suit all patients; careful case selection is paramount.