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When rotational atherectomy is not enough

Negar Atefi1, Basem Elbarouni1,2, Amir Ravandi1,2

  • 1Max Rady College of Medicine University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB Canada.

Clinical Case Reports
|May 24, 2021
PubMed

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Extreme coronary calcification necessitates advanced techniques. Rotational atherectomy and intravascular lithotripsy are key to preparing severely calcified arteries for successful percutaneous coronary intervention.

Area of Science:

  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Medical Devices

Background:

  • Severe coronary artery calcification presents a significant challenge during percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
  • Complex calcified lesions can impede stent deployment and limit procedural success.

Keywords:
Cardiovascular disorders

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