abstract：OBJECTIVES:To prospectively compare the impact of ultrathin-strut cobalt-chromium (Cro-Co) bare metal stent (BMS) versus thin-strut stainless steel (SS) BMS on clinically driven target lesion revascularization (TLR). BACKGROUND:Stent characteristics are an important determinant of restenosis. Thinner strut Cro-Co BMS ...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Silenzi S,Grossi P,Mariani L,Fraccaro C,Vagnarelli F,Moretti L

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Over the past 2 decades, transcatheter occlusion of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) with coils and the duct occluders evolved to be the procedure of choice. A new device, the Occlutech PDA® occluder (ODO) device has been designed. Herein, we aimed to evaluate the characteristics and short-term results of patients wh...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Dedeoglu R,Bilici M,Demir F,Demir F,Acar OÇ,Hallioglu O,Pac A,Kiziltas A,Karabel D,Kula S,Cimen D,Baspinar O,Atik SU,Saltik IL

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic total occlusion (CTO) is a frequent finding in patients with coronary artery disease and when clinically indicated, remains one of the most challenging subsets for intervention. Although successful recanalization rates of CTO have remained suboptimal in percutaneous coronary intervention, evolving techniques i...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Dash D

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transradial coronary angiography (TRC) can be performed applying only one catheter fitting into the right and left coronary ostia (R/LCO). In this bicentric study (n = 2953), we analyzed the ostial performance of the Tiger_II_catheter widely used in TRC. Compared to Judkins catheters, the Tiger_II is frequently associ...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Langer C,Riehle J,Frey N,Wiemer M

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) has emerged as an attractive option for patients with severe symptomatic aortic stenosis (AS) who are either at high risk or extreme risk for surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR). This article summarizes the major advances in TAVR that were published or reported in 201...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Harjai KJ,Grines CL,Leon MB

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Our aim was to investigate the risk of events related to non-culprit lesions after primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in patients with multivessel coronary disease (MVD). BACKGROUND:In patients undergoing primary PCI for ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) who are diagnosed with MVD, th...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Vink MA,Vos NS,Dirksen MT,Suttorp MJ,Slagboom T,Patterson MS,Kiemeneij F,Laarman G

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is limited comparative clinical data regarding the safety and efficacy profile of paclitaxel delivery via balloon versus stent-polymer matrix. In this study, we aimed to compare the clinical and angiographic results of two different methods of paclitaxel delivery among patients undergoing percutaneous ...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Żurakowski A,Buszman PP,Milewski KP,Janas A,Gorycki B,Kondys M,Gąsior P,Michalak M,Boxberger M,Peppas A,Granada JF,Buszman PE

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess long-term outcome and parameters associated with poor and favorable outcome in patients with a left ventricular ejection fraction (LV-EF) ≤25% and severe mitral regurgitation (MR) after percutaneous edge-to-edge mitral valve repair (pMVR). BACKGROUND:There is no data on long-term outcome in this co...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Orban M,Braun D,Orban M,Grebmer C,Sibbing D,Thaler R,Tittus J,Wimbauer F,Lesevic H,Sonne C,Mehilli J,Ott I,Näbauer M,Massberg S,Boekstegers P,Hausleiter J

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Main purpose of this study is to emphasize the usage and safety of transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) in percutaneous atrial septal defect (ASD) closure in appropriate pediatric cases. BACKGROUND:Nowadays, percutaneous closure is preferred as treatment modality for ASD in pediatric age group. METHODS:Betw...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Baykan A,Pamukcu O,Ozyurt A,Argun M,Onan SH,Sezer S,Uzum K,Narin N

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The authors investigated safety and efficacy of the MitraClip-System (MCS) using a systematic analysis. BACKGROUND:The safety and efficacy of the MCS continues to be debated, and randomized trials are still lacking. METHOD:A systematic literature search was conducted using common medical and scientific dat...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Bail DH

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We investigated and compared the clinical outcomes between biodegradable polymer biolimus-eluting stents (BES) and durable polymer everolimus-eluting stents (EES) in a single-center prospective registry. BACKGROUND:There is limited data regarding the safety and efficacy of the biodegradable BES compared to ...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Lee JH,Lee JW,Youn YJ,Ahn MS,Ahn SG,Kim JY,Yoo BS,Lee SH,Choi E,Yoon J

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hostile anatomy of the subclavian artery (severe tortuosity and/or heavy calcification) remains a significant obstacle for the transradial approach during coronary angiography and interventions. OBJECTIVE:To assess impacts on fluoroscopy and procedural times, complications, and radial artery patency in pati...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Rigatelli G,Dell'avvocata F,Vassiliev D,Daggubati R,Nanjiundappa A,Giordan M,Al Azza K,Cardaioli P,Nguyen T

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We derived a formula for maximal suggested door-in-door-out time (DIDO) for hospitals that do not perform primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). BACKGROUND:Efforts to minimize DIDO at non-PCI hospitals can improve door-to-balloon time (D2B). Targetin...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Harjai KJ,Orshaw P,Yaeger L,Ellis G,Kirtane A

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postdilatation (PD) with noncompliant balloon during elective percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is performed usually in clinical practice in order to optimize stent expansion. However, current knowledge about its use in patients undergoing primary PCI is controversial. This study aims to evaluate the ...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Tasal A,Bacaksiz A,Vatankulu MA,Turfan M,Erdogan E,Sonmez O,Kul S,Ertas G,Sevgili E,Goktekin O

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are limitations of using 2D imaging to accurately size the aortic annulus. This article highlights the limitations of 2D technology and proposes a new 3D TEE method for sizing of the aortic annulus. METHODS:Three-dimensional echocardiography with the method described can identify the "true" aortic ann...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Pershad A,Stone D,Morris MF,Fang K,Gellert G

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We report our evaluation of a novel retrograde wiring technique known as the Rendezvous method. BACKGROUND:Different strategies of retrograde approaches can be used to improve the success rate of recanalization of coronary chronic total occlusion (CTO). We previously introduced the Rendezvous technique as a...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Kim MH,Yu LH,Tanaka H,Mitsudo K

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The present trial aims at examining whether antiplatelet regimen modification, guided by assessment of the on-treatment platelet reactivity, might result with clinical benefit in moderate to high-risk patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) undergoing primary percutaneous coronary interventi...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Mrdovic I,Savic L,Krljanac G,Asanin M,Cvetinovic N,Brdar N,Stojanovic M,Djuricic N,Stankovic S,Marinkovic J,Perunicic J

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Left main coronary artery (LMCA) disease is associated with significant cardiovascular mortality. The data on patient characteristics' predicting outcomes after LMCA revascularization is sparse. METHODS:A retrospective study of 227 patients with LMCA disease documented on coronary angiography from March 200...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Mohamad T,Panaich SS,Alani A,Badheka A,Shenoy M,Mohamad B,Kanaan E,Ali O,Elder M,Schreiber TL

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND: Twelve-month dual antiplatelet therapy (DAT) with aspirin and clopidogrel after drug-eluting stent (DES) implantation is routinely recommended. It is unclear if prolonged (>12-month) DAT is also favorable. We compared the outcome of patients discontinuing DAT 12 months after off-label DES implantation versu...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Sardella G,Mancone M,Biondi-Zoccai G,Conti G,Canali E,Stio R,Lucisano L,Calcagno S,de Carlo C,Fedele F

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To propose an original approach based on simultaneous dual vascular access site (DAS) using 2 small-size guiding catheters to easily perform complex 2-stent techniques for bifurcation coronary lesions (BL). BACKGROUND:Simultaneous kissing stenting and classic crush technique require large 7 or 8Fr guiding c...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Isaaz K,Mayaud N,Lamaud M,Raynaud A,Cerisier A,Sabry MH,Richard L,Khamis H,Abd-Alaziz A,DA Costa A

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Our aim was to establish the frequency of arterial anatomic variations and its relation to coronary procedural outcome in patients undergoing a first transradial coronary procedure. METHODS:This was a single center prospective study. A total of 1,446 consecutive patients undergoing their first transradial c...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Norgaz T,Gorgulu S,Dagdelen S

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Using optical coherence tomography (OCT), we evaluated the relationship between malapposed and uncovered struts following implantation of drug-eluting stents (DESs). METHODS:A total of 271 patients with 306 lesions who underwent DES implantation and follow-up OCT were included in the study. The lesions were...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Kim BK,Hong MK,Shin DH,Kim JS,Ko YG,Choi D,Jang Y

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Multiple randomized trials and observational studies have shown drug-eluting stents (DES) to be safe and effective at 3-year follow-up in stent thrombosis (ST)-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) treated with primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). However, outcomes data beyond 3-4 year...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Sattur S,Orshaw P,Boura J,Harjai KJ

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:In severe myocardial dysfunction, extracorporeal life support (ECLS) can preserve organ perfusion. Occasionally, the high resulting afterload can lead to refractory pulmonary edema. We report our experience with percutaneous balloon atrioseptostomy used in this circumstance to discharge the left heart and prevent ...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Bignon M,Roule V,Dahdouh Z,Sabatier R,Lognoné T,Malcor G,Idali M,Ivascau C,Massetti M,Grollier G

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The benefits of early abciximab administration and thrombus aspiration in ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients undergoing primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PPCI) have previously been elaborated. However, whether there is an adjunctive effect of thrombus aspiration among STEMI patient...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Ahmed TA,Atary JZ,Wolterbeek R,Hasan-Ali H,Abdel-Kader SS,Schalij MJ,Jukema JW

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Optimal management of multivessel disease (MVD) in ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients treated by primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is still unclear. OBJECTIVES:To compare short- and long-term clinical outcomes of early-staged, angio-guided approach and delayed, ischem...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Meliga E,Fiorina C,Valgimigli M,Belli R,Gagnor A,Sheiban I,Resmini C,Tizzani E,Aranzulla T,Scrocca I,DE Benedictis M,Conte MR

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The valve-in-valve (VIV) technique is an emerging therapeutic option for patients with failure of previously implanted xenografts. We describe a balloon-expandable transthoracic transapical mitral VIV implantation in an emergency setting in a 69-year-old woman with dysfunction of the mitral bioprosthesis. M...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： van Garsse LA,Gelsomino S,van Ommen V,Lucà F,Maessen J

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:We sought to define the predictive value and evolution of N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) levels following transcutaneous aortic valve implantation (TAVI). METHODS AND RESULTS:We investigated 91 consecutive patients who underwent TAVI (59 transfemoral [TF], 32 transapical [TA]) in our instit...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Spargias K,Polymeros S,Dimopoulos A,Manginas A,Pavlides G,Balanika M,Smirli A,Stavridis G,Dangas G,Cokkinos DV

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary percutaneous coronary intervention is the preferred reperfusion therapy for ST-segment elevation acute myocardial infarction patients within 12 hours of symptom-onset. Routine stent implantation during the procedure significantly reduces the rate of target vessel revascularization, although restenosis still re...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Andrade PB,Tebet MA,Silva FS,Andrade MV,Labrunie A,Piva e Mattos LA

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Drug-eluting stents showed a better angiographic and clinical outcome in comparison with bare metal stent in chronic total occlusions (CTOs) percutaneous revascularization, however, great concerns still remain regarding the rate of restenosis and reocclusion in comparison with nonocclusive lesions. AIM:To e...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Galassi AR,Tomasello SD,Costanzo L,Campisano MB,Barrano G,Tamburino C

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ideally, percutaneous, mechanical closure of defects of the atrial septum should completely resolve shunt. To achieve this goal, more information is needed about the factors associated with device failure. METHODS:Consecutive patients with cryptogenic neurological events who had severe baseline Valsalva shu...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Sorensen SG,Smout R,Spruance SL

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to evaluate the safety of low-dose protamine administration to facilitate earlier vascular sheath removal. BACKGROUND:Vascular access complications are the most common cause of postprocedural morbidity in patients undergoing peripheral endovascular intervention (PEI). Prolonged manual compr...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Hanna N,Fiorilli P,Gaglia MA Jr,Torguson R,Vita A,Ben-Dor I,Xue Z,Waksman R,Bernardo NL

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To investigate the safety and efficacy of everolimus-eluting stents (EES) in a real world population, including those with high-risk characteristics and complex lesions. METHODS:In this report, we analyze 2-year outcomes in 500 consecutive unselected patients treated with EES between April 2007 and March 2008. Al...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Aldous S,Smyth D,Blake J,McClean D,Elliott J

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the long-term outcome of the stent fracture (SF) and the potential predictive factors contributing to in-stent restenosis (ISR) in the fractured stent. BACKGROUND:The SF is thought to be a higher risk of ISR in drug-eluting stent, although SF does not always develop ISR. METHODS:The consecutive 1...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Serikawa T,Kawasaki T,Koga H,Orita Y,Ikeda S,Goto Y,Shintani Y,Kajiwara M,Tanaka H,Fukuyama T,Koga N

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prevalence of patent foramen ovale (PFO) with detectable right-to-left shunt is higher in young adults with transient ischemic attack (TIA) and stroke compared to the general population. So far, published series included different occluder systems, various indications and regimens of postprocedural anticoagu...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Fischer D,Haentjes J,Klein G,Schieffer B,Drexler H,Meyer GP,Schaefer A

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The transradial approach for coronary procedures is associated with a low complication rate, but specific training is considered mandatory. METHODS:Procedural characteristics (contrast dye: CD; fluoroscopy time: FT, patient radiation dose: RD) and local complication rates were prospectively assessed in 784 ...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Lehmann R,Ehrlich JR,Weber V,de Rosa S,Gotarda MN,Schächinger V,Zeiher AM,Fichtlscherer S

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This case report documents the presentation of a disabling ionizing radiation (IR)-related illness (multiple basal cell carcinoma [BCC] syndrome) in a 50-year-old interventional cardiologist. This case emphasizes the need for interventionalists to: (1) understand the occupational hazards of IR; (2) recognize the failu...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Eagan JT Jr,Jones CT

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stent thrombosis is a major complication after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for ST-segment elevation acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and is associated with reinfarction and increased risk of death. METHODS:Patients treated with the turbostratic carbon-coated stent (CID, Saluggia, Italy) for AM...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Migliorini A,Valenti R,Moschi G,Parodi G,Cerisano G,Buonamici P,Carrabba N,Antoniucci D

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There were insufficient data on the prognosis of stenting for patients with trifurcated unprotected left main lesions (UPLMS). METHODS:From the SPEED (stents for percutaneous treatment of coronary artery disease) registry of all percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) for all types of UPLMS, data of 44 pa...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Chen SL,Ye F,Zhang JJ,Hu ZY,Tian NL,Zhang JX,Kwan TW

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rotational atherectomy is used to penetrate resistant coronary lesions from standard balloon dilatation. These lesions may contain heavy calcification or metallic components from previously implanted stents. When the rotablator device is utilized to ablate an undilatable lesion containing metallic stent comp...

journal_title：Journal of interventional cardiology

authors： Ho PC,Weatherby TM,Dunlap M

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00