Abstract
Previous techniques for cannulation of the coronary sinus have required entry into the right atrium from the superior vena cava. We describe a new technique for cannulation of the coronary sinus from the femoral vein using a standard, unmodified Simmons II catheter. This method was successful in 97% of the patients attempted. The method for using this catheter from the femoral route is described.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 426-429 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Catheterization and Cardiovascular Diagnosis |
Volume | 12 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1986 |
Keywords
- catheter techniques
- myocardial venous sampling
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine