After Your Left Heart Catheterization Femoral (Groin) Approach: Self-care after your procedure - 07/2020

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After Your Left Heart Catheterization Femoral (Groin) Approach: Self-care after your procedure

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Abstract

This handout gives self-care instructions for patients to follow after having a left heart catheterization procedure that is done through a femoral (groin) vein. Topics include activity, pain management, site care, follow-up care, and when to call the doctor.

Author

Cardiac Procedures

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

1999

Revision Date

07/2020

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General Subject

Cardiovascular Disorders

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Catheterization

Heart Diseases and Disorders

Self-care

Languages

English

Record ID

941