Vascular closure devices in percutaneous coronary and peripheral interventions: rationale and results

Vascular access site management is crucial to safe, efficient and comfortable diagnostic or interventional percutaneous coronary or peripheral interventions. In recent years, vascular closure devices have gained popularity and are being used for rapid hemostasis and early ambulation as an alternative to manual compression. However, controversy still exists over their superiority over manual compression. This review highlights the rationale and explores the current evidence regarding the use of vascular closure devices in percutaneous coronary and peripheral interventions.