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1
Q

definition

A

a thin catheter is inserted into an artery (most commonly the radial artery)

2
Q

indications

A

to monitor blood pressure directly and in real time

to obtain arterial blood gas analysis

3
Q

what is the golden rule for arterial cannulation

A

collateral circulation

4
Q

complications

A

painful (lidocaine often used)
vasospasm
infection