Gastroepiploic artery graft angiography via brachial approach using a Yumiko catheter

We report here our initial experience in angiography of gastroepiploic artery (GEA) grafts via a brachial approach using the Yumiko catheter regarding technical aspect. Good-quality GEA angiography was obtained in 12 (86%) of 14 patients using our technique. GEA graft angiography can be performed using the Yumiko catheter via a brachial approach. This technique may be less stressful for patients receiving coronary catheterization, including GEA graft angiography. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv 2004;61:350–353. © 2004 Wiley-Liss, Inc.