Introduction: The radial artery (RA) has gained popularity in the past two decades as a conduit
for coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) and is being increasingly used as an alternative
to the saphenous vein (SV). Despite this, there is a paucity of patient centred analysis
of long term quality of life after its removal. We sought to characterise forearm
function and symptoms after RA harvest and compare this with leg concerns associated
with SV removal.
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