Six hour ambulation after elective coronary angioplasty and stenting with 7F guiding catheters ald low dose heparin.

Background: Early ambulation after coronary angioplasty may reduce in-hospital stay and add to the patient's comfort. This approach, however, may increase the risk of insertion site related complications, such as arterial bleeding, haematoma, pseudoaneurysm, and the need for surgical repair.

Aim: To evaluate the feasibility and safety of ambulation of patients six hours after elective coronary angioplasty or stenting, or both.