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Common Catheters for Diagnostic Coronary Angiography

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Tara Jones, an interventional cardiologist, gives a presentation on common catheters used for diagnostic coronary angiography. She explains the differences between diagnostic and guiding catheters, detailing their features and functionality. Dr. Jones discusses various types of diagnostic catheters, including pre-shaped catheters for different coronary arteries and bypass grafts. She also introduces universal radial catheters designed for coronary engagement from the radial approach. The advantages and challenges of using these catheters are discussed. Lastly, she mentions pigtail catheters for ventriculography and aortography and highlights the importance of proper catheter positioning to avoid complications. The lecture concludes with a summary of catheter selection based on aortic size, access approach, and anatomical factors.

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Tara L. Jones, MD, PharmD, FSCAI and Tiffany Espinosa, RN, BSN

Keywords

Dr. Tara Jones

interventional cardiologist

common catheters

diagnostic coronary angiography

guiding catheters