The radial approach has lower vascular complication rates for coronary angiography. Radial artery pseudoaneurysm is a rare complication of this procedure. Early diagnosis is essential to avoid complications such as spontaneous rupture, ischemia and compartment syndrome. We describe a case of pseudoaneurysm of the right radial artery after elective coronary angiography. Diagnosis was confirmed by Doppler ultrasound, which revealed a pseudoaneurysm of the radial artery on the anteromedial surface of the forearm, measuring 3.7 x 2.5 cm, with a neck of 0.7 cm. Treatment was done with local compressive dressing and a new Doppler ultrasound, performed 12 hours later, demonstrated resolution of the pseudoaneurysm.
Aneurysm, false; Radial artery; Coronary angiography
