Longitudinal Stent Deformation: Precise Diagnosis With Optical Coherence Tomography

Authors :: Harold, Hernández-Matamoros
Ariana, Gonzálvez-Garcia
Raúl, Moreno-Gómez
Santiago, Jiménez-Valero
Source :: The Journal of invasive cardiology. 31(12)
Publication Year :: 2019
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.

Subjects :: Male
Reoperation
Coronary Artery Disease
Coronary Angiography
Angina Pectoris
Prosthesis Failure
Coronary Restenosis
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
Treatment Outcome
Humans
Stents
Angioplasty, Balloon, Coronary
Tomography, Optical Coherence
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