Longitudinal Stent Deformation: Precise Diagnosis With Optical Coherence Tomography
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Monitoring the Wall Mechanics During Stent Deployment in a Vessel
Published on: May 8, 2012
Harold Hernández-Matamoros1, Ariana Gonzálvez-Garcia, Raúl Moreno-Gómez
1Hospital Universitario La Paz, Paseo de la Castellana, 261, 28046 Madrid, Spain. dr.hernandezh@gmail.com.
Abstract:
Longitudinal stent deformation is a recognized complication of coronary angioplasty; however, it is difficult to detect angiographically. This case illustrates the value of OCT to identify and correctly diagnose longitudinal stent deformation.
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