Clinical predictors and management for radial artery spasm: an Australian cross-sectional study.

Introduction: The transradial approach for coronary artery catheterisation has increased in popularity compared to the transfemoral approach for patients undergoing percutaneous coronary interventions. However, radial artery spasm continues to be a major complication of the procedure. Current management strategies vary concerning radial artery spasm and there is limited evidence of practice in the Australian context.

The value of consumer involvement in research.

Ensuring consumers are engaged in health research is not a new idea. As researchers we know that considering the needs and preferences of potential participants is a recruitment and/or retention strategy. Funding bodies and ethics committees often look favourably on projects that can demonstrate consumer input.

Tell the story of what you did.

Writing for publication can be a daunting experience for the novice and experienced researcher. Writing is an acquired skill that only develops through regular practice and persistence in working to improve each piece. Yet telling the story of what you did, what you found or what worked is so important for all researchers.