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Adrian Sequeira¹, Nakul Parimoo, Jon Wilson

¹Department of Nephrology, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, Shreveport, LA 71130, USA. aseque@lsuhsc.edu

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Summary

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Hydrophilic polymer coatings on interventional nephrology devices can shear off, causing polymer embolization. While often benign, this complication can lead to significant patient morbidity.

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Area of Science:

Nephrology
Interventional Radiology
Pathology

Background:

Interventional nephrology utilizes devices like glidewires and sheaths coated with hydrophilic polymers to enhance lubricity.
These polymer coatings are essential for device navigation and placement but are susceptible to detachment.

Observation:

The study presents three cases where polymer emboli were identified via histopathologic examination.
Affected sites included an arteriovenous graft, a transplanted kidney, and the myocardium.

Findings:

Histopathologic analysis confirmed the presence of polymer emboli in diverse clinical settings.
Literature review indicates that polymer embolization is frequently asymptomatic but can manifest with serious complications.

Implications:

Clinicians should be aware of potential polymer embolization from hydrophilic coatings in interventional nephrology.
Recognizing and managing polymer emboli is crucial for mitigating patient morbidity in interventional procedures.