Abstract

Femoral arteriotomy closure using the Mynx vascular closure device: a profile of device efficacy and complications

Author(s): R Grandhi, X Zhang, AP Jadhav, MB Horowitz, AF Ducruet, BT Jankowitz & TG Jovin

Vascular access for percutaneous coronary interventions (PCIs), peripheral vascular interventions and neuroendovascular procedures is established predominantly through percutaneous puncture of the femoral artery and, less commonly, via the radial artery. Arteriotomy closure is accomplished with either manual compression (MC) or with the use of a vascular closure device (VCD). While MC is considered the gold standard for mediating arteriotomy closure, numerous VCDs have been developed in recent years as alternatives to MC and extended bed rest.