Star-Close Early Ambulation Trial

Star-Close Early Ambulation Trial

To confirm that patients who receive the Star-Close vascular closure system (VCS) can safely ambulate within 30 minutes of catheterization.

To confirm that patients who receive the Star-Close vascular closure system (VCS) after diagnostic cardiac catheterization can safely ambulate within 30 minutes of catheterization.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients admitted to for an outpatient left heart catheterization
• Catheterization through the femoral artery
• Able to ambulate at least 20 feet
• Able to receive the Star-Close Vascular Closure System
• Be a candidate for hospital discharge following catheterization

Exclusion Criteria:

• Known peripheral arterial disease
• Blood pressure greater than 180/110
• Pregnant or lactating
• Anemic or low blood count
• Blood thinning medication within 5 days before catheterization
• Unable to walk 20 feet with out rest
• Complications during catheterization procedure