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Atherectomy in Peripheral Artery Disease: A Review
Tariq M Bhat, Maxwell E Afari, Lawrence A Garcia1
1Division of Interventional Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, St. Elizabeth Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine, 736 Cambridge Street, Brighton, MA 02135 USA. Lawrence.Garcia@steward.org.
The Journal of Invasive Cardiology
|April 4, 2017
Summary
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) treatment is challenging due to angioplasty forces. Atherectomy devices offer a major therapy option for managing PAD and peripheral vascular disease.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Interventional Cardiology
- Vascular Surgery
Background:
- Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a manifestation of systemic atherosclerosis, linked to high morbidity and mortality.
- Current PAD treatments face challenges from angioplasty and stenting forces.
- Atherectomy devices are increasingly vital in managing peripheral vascular disease.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current atherectomy devices for PAD treatment.
- To summarize the literature on atherectomy device efficacy in PAD management.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review.
- Analysis of current atherectomy device technologies.
- Evaluation of clinical outcomes reported in existing studies.
Main Results:
- Atherectomy devices represent a significant advancement in PAD therapy.
- Review covers various atherectomy technologies and their application in PAD.
- Evidence suggests atherectomy is a key option for challenging PAD cases.
Conclusions:
- Atherectomy devices are crucial for managing complex PAD.
- Further research into device optimization and long-term outcomes is warranted.
- This review provides a comprehensive overview of current atherectomy options for PAD.