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How likely is a clot in the arm from a bi heart cath where they go up from the wrist ? thank you
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Unlikely: Unlikely, less than 5%.
Answered 2/19/2013
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Not likely: The risk of bleeding at the puncture site is approximately 1 in 100, whether it is the brachial artery (at the elbow) or in the groin (femoral artery). Clots in the artery can also occur, but are prevented by blood thinning medicine that is routinely given with the procedure.
Answered 7/16/2013
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