A new study published in the Journal of American Medical Association showed that subcutaneous nitroglycerin demonstrated efficacy in avoiding radial artery occlusion (RAO) upon catheter removal, indicating its potential therapeutic value in this susceptible group. RAO constituted a significant danger in tiny pediatric patients.

Due to their tiny veins and high risk of vasospasm during catheterization, pediatric patients are more likely to experience postprocedural RAO. Subcutaneous nitroglycerin prevents vasospasm and boosts the success rate of radial artery catheterization, although it is uncertain how it affects the prevention of RAO following catheter removal. Thus, this study assessed the safety and effectiveness of subcutaneous nitroglycerin in preventing RAO.

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