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Invasive coronary physiology: a Dutch tradition.
T P van de Hoef1, G A de Waard2, M Meuwissen3
1Department of Clinical and Experimental Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, location AMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. t.p.vandehoef@amsterdamumc.nl.
Summary
Invasive coronary physiology, used in percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty, is a growing research area. This review covers its history, parameters, and Dutch contributions to optimizing diagnosis and treatment for coronary syndromes.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Technology
- Physiology
Background:
- Invasive coronary physiology has a long history, evolving alongside percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty.
- Numerous physiological indices have been developed and validated in clinical studies.
- Current guidelines advocate for advanced invasive physiology in managing coronary syndromes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a concise review of the historical development of invasive coronary physiology.
- To explain the fundamental concepts of currently available physiological parameters.
- To emphasize the significant contributions from the Netherlands in this field.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of historical and current research in invasive coronary physiology.
- Synthesis of basic concepts for key physiological parameters.
- Highlighting specific Dutch research and clinical applications.
Main Results:
- Invasive coronary physiology has transitioned from early applications to a rapidly emerging research field.
- A variety of physiological indices are now established in clinical practice.
- Dutch researchers and clinicians have played a notable role in advancing the field.
Conclusions:
- Invasive coronary physiology is crucial for optimizing the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic coronary syndromes.
- Understanding the history and parameters of invasive coronary physiology is essential for its effective application.
- The Dutch contributions underscore the international importance and progress in this specialized area of cardiology.
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