A 72-year-old with STEMI and shock undergoes PCI. Post-PCI, which access-site strategy aligns with guideline preference to reduce bleeding?...

Question

A 72-year-old with STEMI and shock undergoes PCI. Post-PCI, which access-site strategy aligns with guideline preference to reduce bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Brachial access preferred

Answer

Femoral access preferred

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Radial access preferred where expertise exists

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No preference

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Carotid access preferred

"access-site strategy" MCQ (SBA): STEMI with shock