The cardiologist again flushes a saline solution through the catheter. Note the characteristic curled tip of the catheter.


The cardiologist injects saline solution into the angiographic catheter, checking for blockages to ensure even flow into the bloodstream. The arterial introducer can still be seen inserted into the patient's wrist, with the guide wire coming out of it.


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