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Evaluating stent optimisation technique (StentBoost®) in a dedicated bifurcation stent (the Tryton™)
Zamil Fysal1, Thomas Hyde1, Edward Barnes1
1Wiltshire Cardiac Centre, Great Western Hospital, Swindon SN3 6BB, UK.
Summary
StentBoost® enhances visualization of the Tryton™ SideBranch Stent during complex bifurcation procedures. This augmented imaging technique improves stent deployment success without significant added cost or radiation exposure.
Area of Science:
- Interventional Cardiology
- Medical Imaging Technology
Background:
- The Tryton™ SideBranch Stent is used for complex bifurcations.
- Proximal stent scaffolding can be difficult to visualize with standard radiography.
Purpose of the Study:
- Evaluate StentBoost® for improved Tryton™ stent visualization.
- Assess impact on procedural success and radiation exposure.
Main Methods:
- Utilized StentBoost® augmented radiographic imaging.
- Assessed visualization of the 'wedding ring' band.
- Evaluated stent apposition, coverage, and recrossing ease.
Main Results:
- StentBoost® significantly enhanced visualization of the Tryton™ stent.
- Improved assessment of stent apposition, coverage, and recrossing.
- Procedure successful in all cases with StentBoost®.
Conclusions:
- StentBoost® is invaluable for successful Tryton™ stent deployment.
- Augmented imaging aids critical procedural steps.
- Minimal increase in radiation exposure (3.7%) with no added cost.
