MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Journal of Interventional Cardiology' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:32:50 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5597136&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00709.x Conclusion: Statins therapy among PCI patients seems to be associated with a significant mortality advantage at early and long‐term follow‐up. However, currently early statins use before intervention still cannot serve as a routine strategy of treatment. Further large‐scale randomized studies are critically required to demonstrate the importance of early treatment with statins in pre‐PCI. (J Interven Cardiol 2012;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5597136 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5597136 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5486593&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00694.x Conclusion: We suggest that CAS without post‐dilation is feasible and probably safe with a low rate of cerebrovascular events and restenosis in a selected group of patients. We also suggest that CAS with postdeployment stenosis of less than 20% and without overt signs of severe calcification might be performed without post‐dilation. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5486593 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5486593 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5486592&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00690.x Conclusions:The risk of experiencing a new clinical event during the year following an ACS, which was treated with PCI, remains high among European patients, with one‐seventh of patients having a new event. These additional clinical outcomes reduce quality of life and increase health care expenditures, expanding the already high cost of treatment for ACS. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5486592 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5486592 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5666922&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00710.x Conclusion: In experienced centers, TRI with a single IL catheter for STEMI is a feasible and effective approach and outcomes are comparable to conventional TFI. (J Interven Cardiol 2012;**:1–10) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5666922 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5666922 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5647460&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00708.x Conclusions:This study suggests that weaning protocols offer no hemodynamic benefits or improvement in in‐hospital mortality rates. Weaning is associated with trend toward increased length of stay. We conclude that weaning offers no advantage over direct device removal and would advocate that balloon pumps be directly withdrawn when counterpulsation is terminated. (J Interven Cardiol 2012;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5647460 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5647460 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5628264&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00689.x Conclusions:The left radial approach in our series was demonstrated to be safe and feasible in daily practice, and in this study was associated with a reduction in fluoroscopy time and number of catheters used. (J Interven Cardiol 2012;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5628264 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5628264 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5597135&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00713.x Conclusions:In this retrospective registry, patients with off‐label DES implantation receiving prolonged (>12 months) DAT presented with lower rates of MACCE and myocardial infarction. (J Interven Cardiol 2012;**:1–8) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5597135 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5597135 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5524334&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00688.x Conclusions: Mitral valve repair with MitraClip® using multiple clips is appropriate and safe in unselected patients resulting in reduced MR with positive impact on short‐term functional capacity. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–10) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5524334 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5524334 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5504552&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00702.x (J Interven Cardiol 2011;24:491–492) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5504552 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5504552 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5504551&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00697.x Conclusions: NT‐proBNP level was found to be higher with the severity of myocardial ischemia. However, the ability of NT‐proBNP to identify clinically significant angiographic lesions was moderate. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5504551 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5504551 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5407515&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00702.x (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–2) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5407515 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5407515 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5385887&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00692.x (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–3) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5385887 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5385887 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5385888&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00681.x Conclusions: In our experience, percutaneous balloon atrioseptostomy appeared to be a rapid, effective, and minimally invasive technique for offloading the left heart of patients with a reversible cardiac dysfunction under ECLS and suffering from refractory pulmonary edema. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5385888 Fri, 04 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5385888 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335387&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00666.x Conclusions:Early complete revascularization based only on angiographic findings in patients with STEMI and MVD is associated with an excess of periprocedural/re‐MI and with a significantly higher incidence of MACE at follow‐up. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335387 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5335387 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335388&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00685.x Conclusions:Intervention following ACS should be undertaken within 24 hours; however, immediate (<3 hours) angiography does not provide any benefit and may even be harmful. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335388 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5335388 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304213&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00677.x Conclusion: In patients presenting with NSTEMI, DES implantation appears to be as safe as BMS implantation at long‐term follow‐up. In addition, DES are effective in reducing TVR compared to BMS. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304213 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304213 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304212&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00684.x Conclusions: In this single‐center study, bivalirudin was a safe and efficient anticoagulation strategy for CAS and could be considered a therapeutic alternative to UFH. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304212 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304212 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304211&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00672.x Conclusion: In the DES era, the use of last‐generation thin‐strut BMS in selected patients is associated with acceptable clinical outcome, with similar clinical results for both the MULTI‐LINK VISION and PRO‐Kinetic stents. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304211 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304211 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304210&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00675.x Conclusions: Jailed SBs showing good flow after stenting had a favorable angiographic and clinical outcome after 9 months of follow‐up. However, preprocedural lesion complexity and technical factors should be considered to avoid SB occlusion/flow deterioration associated with periprocedural myocardial infarction. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–10) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304210 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304210 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304209&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00679.x Conclusion: Fluoroscopically assessed, the geometry of SE prosthesis was never cylindrical after deployment, whatever the access for implantation was. Longitudinal deformation was greater after TF ‐ TAVI whereas leaflet to stent mismatch tended to be more pronounced after TA ‐ TAVI. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1 – 9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304209 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304209 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5486591&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00693.x Conclusions:This study indicates that anatomic variation of the arterial path has an adverse impact on transradial coronary procedural outcome. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5486591 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5486591 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5440554&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00698.x Conclusions:The LVSD‐RD combination is associated with an approximately five‐fold increase in 1‐year overall mortality and MACE after pPCI. The evaluation of the renal function in patients with LVSD represents a simple method which enables a more precise stratification of the risks related to the occurrence of adverse events in long‐term patient follow‐up. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–8) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5440554 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5440554 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5421794&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00691.x Conclusion:This is the first study to demonstrate that the peripheral vascular bed does respond to vasodilatation thereby supporting the use of pFFR for this procedure. In our study, postintervention pFFR < 0.95 predicted a more rapid increase in PSV over time, which is a reasonably accepted surrogate for restenosis. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5421794 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5421794 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5407514&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00687.x Conclusions: Both Inoue and the multi‐track balloon systems achieved successful immediate and 18‐month results. The multi‐track double balloon system produced significantly larger MVA, with better bilateral commissurotomy, yet with longer procedure and fluoroscopy times. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5407514 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5407514 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5400509&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00699.x (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5400509 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5400509 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5385886&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00686.x Conclusion: Among STEMI patients treated with PPCI and in‐ambulance abciximab, it appears that a selective strategy of thrombus aspiration still has additive benefit. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–11) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5385886 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5385886 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335392&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00671.x Conclusions: In our experience, the Guideliner catheter is safe to use and helps device delivery in difficult settings. We describe here our experience with the Guideliner catheter for stent delivery and backup support; we discuss its utility and drawbacks in acute and stable clinical settings. Moreover, the aim of this article is to help interventional cardiologists using the device in difficult lesions to avoid potential complications. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;24:450–461) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335392 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5335392 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335391&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00665.x Conclusions: This single‐center study demonstrates the safety at 3 years of the ECS in an unselected patient population, including a fair number of patients with complex lesions, reflecting daily practice. Our data compare well with drug‐eluting stent and bare metal stent registries enrolling unselected patient populations. Importantly, in our analysis, no cases of late or very late definite ST were reported. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;24:442–449) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335391 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5335391 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335390&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00662.x Conclusions: In the presence of diffuse disease of nonuniform severity, selective stenting of only the significantly stenosed parts of the lesion confers better long‐term results compared to total lesion coverage with DES. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;24:437–441) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335390 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5335390 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335389&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00648.x Conclusions: Data from this registry demonstrate the long‐term efficacy and safety of SES implantation after complex CTOs recanalization. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;24:426–436) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335389 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5335389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335386&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00682.x Conclusion:The prognosis of patients with ESRD after PCI is dismal with a very high overall mortality rate regardless of the presence of DM. Patients with ESRD appear to be at higher risk for the need of revascularization. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335386 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5335386 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225126&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00667.x Conclusion: In a real‐world population, treatment of ISR (including 48% DES‐ISR) with this DEB provides good mid‐term results with 12% TLR at 1 year, especially in ISR pattern IC (9% MACE). (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–11) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225126 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5225126 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225125&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00664.x Conclusion:In high‐risk patients requiring percutaneous coronary intervention in small coronary arteries, EES results in significantly improved 1‐year rates of event‐free survival compared to PES, with evidence present for both enhanced safety and efficacy. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225125 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5225125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225124&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00670.x Conclusion:Despite evidence that the most commonly used tests are correlated, agreement among tests is modest at best and demonstrates they are not interchangeable. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225124 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5225124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225127&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00676.x To assess the long‐term results of interventional treatment of diabetic foot using mixed coronary and peripheral equipments and techniques. The interventional diabetic foot syndrome treatment is rapidly becoming the therapy of choice in such patients, but proper materials and techniques are still debated. From January 2006 to December 2010, we prospectively enrolled 220 diabetic patients (78.5 ± 15.8 years, 107 females, all with Fontaine III or IV class), referred to our center for diabetic foot syndrome and severe limb ischemia. Mixed coronary and peripheral guidewires and balloons techniques were used. Doppler ultrasonography and foot transcutaneous oxygen pressure (TCPO2) before and after the procedure were calculated as well as the amputation rate. The preferred approach was ipsilat... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225127 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5225127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161348&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00668.x Conclusion: External side‐compression of radial artery is an easy and feasible technique for difficulties in the advancement of guidewires due to the presence of side branches or arterial tortuosity. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–4) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161348 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5161348 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161347&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00669.x Conclusions: Our study is the first of its kind to specify predictors of mortality in female patients with symptomatic PAD. This study also provides a tool to identify female PAD patients at high risk for death after EI. Finally, it highlights the effect of CKD, age, and CHF on mortality of patients with PAD. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161347 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5161347 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161346&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00673.x Conclusions: MNS assisted technique appears to be feasible and effective in NSTE‐ACS patients with more complex lesions; however, it probably offers little benefit in simple lesions like ACC/AHA type A/B1. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161346 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5161346 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304208&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00680.x Conclusions: Percutaneous pericardial drainage is effective to treat postoperative pericardial effusion. When the effusion is thicker than 10 mm and accessible, it can be the initial strategy and surgical drainage can serve as an alternate strategy in case of failure and complications of this procedure. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304208 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304208 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5260377&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00683.x Conclusions: Among the 202 interventional cardiologists from the 8 European countries interviewed, the management of patients on OAC undergoing PCI‐S appears variable and only partially adherent to currently available recommendations. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5260377 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5260377 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5236969&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00656.x Contemporary treatment of ST segment elevation myocardial infarction requires the use of potent antithrombotic drugs. Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitors, especially abciximab, have been used diffusely in the last 10 years to help obtain procedural success and conversely to improve clinical outcome. However, the increased bleeding rate associated with this class of drugs is still a matter of concern. This editorial comments on the results of some recently published papers on these “old” drugs, with the auspice of looking at newer, safer drugs. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:***–***) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5236969 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5236969 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225123&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00678.x (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225123 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5225123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5196200&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00663.x Conclusions: The use of the sheathless guiding catheter system is feasible for TRA‐PCIs in case of small radial artery caliber or intended coronary bifurcation intervention. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5196200 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5196200 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5183589&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00654.x Conclusion: NT‐proBNP levels are predictive of mortality following TAVI. There is a differential early evolution of their levels between the TF and TA patients and a significant decline later in both groups. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;00:1–8) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5183589 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5183589 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161345&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00674.x We report the first 3‐year clinical evaluation of the zotarolimus‐eluting stent (ZES) in patients undergoing PPCI for STEMI, a single‐center, prospective cohort study of consecutive patients admitted with STEMI. All underwent PPCI within 12 hours of symptoms; each received one or more ZES in one or more target lesions. All patients received aspirin 300 mg, clopidogrel 600 mg, abciximab, and unfractionated heparin. A total of 102 STEMI patients (76 male, mean 62 years) received 162 ZES (mean 1.6 stents/patient). Median call‐to‐balloon time was 123 (102–152) minutes. Thirty‐day combined major adverse cardiovascular event (MACE) rate was 3.9% (n = 4). Subacute ST occurred in 2 patients (1.96%). Combined MACE rates at 12 months and 3 years were 7.8% (n = 8) and 13.7% (n = 14). La... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161345 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5161345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5063484&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00627.x Conclusion:Low‐dose aspirin, as prescribed in this study of routine practice, was not associated with worse outcomes compared to high‐dose aspirin.(J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–8) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5063484 Tue, 31 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5063484 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4998576&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00645.x Conclusion:The Syntax score reproducibility is within acceptable limits in real world clinical practice and it may become a significant tool in complex CAD management. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4998576 Tue, 31 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4998576 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4977490&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00657.x Angulated lesions have been shown to be associated with abrupt closure or periprocedural myocardial injury. In particular, when disease is present at the level of the angulated or bifurcated lesion, balloon dilatation may help in wire crossing but it may also cause branch occlusion. Several methods and devices have been described to manipulate coronary guidewires across angulated and bifurcated lesions. This case report describes a highly angulated coronary bifurcated lesion where, after the failure of multiple wires to cross the lesion toward the main branch, it was successfully crossed after excimer laser debulking, which facilitated the wire crossing into the main branch, without causing branch occlusion. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–4) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4977490 Tue, 31 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4977490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4854157&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00659.x A giant coronary aneurysm (GCA) partially thrombosed was demonstrated in a 77‐year‐old patient evaluated for an inferior myocardial infarction. Primary angioplasty (balloon only) with suboptimal result was initially obtained. After triple antiplatelet and anticoagulation therapy (4 days), a new angiography was performed and a fusiform GCA was clearly delineated. A second percutaneous intervention was performed using a “scaffolding technique” with conventional stent and subsequent implantation of 2 polytetrafluoroethylene‐covered stents to successfully exclude the aneurysm. This case demonstrates a novel technique to treat long GCA. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–4) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4854157 Sat, 21 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4854157 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4831048&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00658.x Conclusion: A 7‐Fr transradial complex PCI is feasible and can be carried out safely and successfully with excellent results. In suitable patients, male or female, complex PCI need not always be performed from the femoral approach. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4831048 Mon, 16 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4831048 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4831047&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00655.x Conclusions: A default Q guide catheter allows rapid effective imaging and treatment of both left and right coronaries in the majority of STEMI cases suitable for radial access PPCI. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–8) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4831047 Mon, 16 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4831047 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4782241&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00650.x 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 represents a current limitation of the technique. Drug‐eluting stents were developed to treat and prevent coronary restenosis. Randomized trials, meta‐analysis, and registries proved their efficacy and safety in different clinical situations, including acute myocardial infarction. However, the increased risk of late stent thrombosis associated with drug‐eluting stents during primary percutaneous coronary interventions encourages a careful analysis to identify which pat... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4782241 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4782241 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4782240&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00651.x This article aims to provide a practical approach on preintervention and postintervention lesion assessment by IVUS. Emphases of this article are on correct interpretation and application of the various vascular parameters obtained during IVUS imaging. Although consensus on some areas is lacking, the most commonly agreed IVUS concepts and criteria are presented. Limitations of the IVUS‐guided PCI on routine clinical practice are also addressed. A summary of the randomized study comparing IVUS‐ versus angiographic‐guided PCI, together with a critical appraisal of the data, are also presented. The roles of IVUS in PCI are likely to undergo revolutionary change in the era of plaque characterization and drug‐eluting stents. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interve... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4782240 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4782240 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4782239&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00652.x Conclusions: Our study suggests that transcatheter PFO closure is a safe procedure even in a selected population of high‐risk patients, presenting satisfactory efficacy and safety. The presence of a prominent EV alone or with ASA correlates positively with the occurrence of residual shunt. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–8) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4782239 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4782239 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4782238&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00649.x We present our experience in management of iatrogenic radial artery perforation in 3 cases; one case managed conservatively through prolonged guiding catheter positioning proximal to the perforated segment and external compression by sphygmomanometer cuff. The second case required prolonged balloon inflation after failure of conservative management mentioned above. In the third case, the above‐mentioned conservative measures and prolonged balloon inflation failed to seal the perforation; complete reconstruction of the perforation was achieved by a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) coronary covered stent. To our knowledge, this is the first case to be managed utilizing this approach. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4782238 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4782238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4759358&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00642.x Conclusions: This strategy offers an inexpensive, safe, and reliable method to achieve hemostasis and facilitate earlier sheath removal in patients undergoing PEI. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4759358 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4759358 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4759357&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00643.x Conclusions: Patients with STEMI secondary to DES‐ST have a poorer in‐hospital outcome than do patients in whom STEMI is due to de novo CAD. This difference may be predominantly driven by differences in the baseline characteristics between these cohorts. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4759357 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4759357 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4715339&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00644.x Conclusions: In an ICE‐defined PFO population characterized by severe baseline Valsalva shunt and a high incidence of persistent (rest) shunting, the GORE® HELEX Septal Occluder device effectively reduces both provoked and persistent shunt. The causes of device failure are multifactorial. Larger devices perform less reliably suggesting the need for size‐specific modifications to improve closure of more severe defects. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4715339 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4715339 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885410&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00653.x Conclusion: The modified fenestration of the ASO decreased significantly in size at follow‐up. Applying this technique to selected patients judged to be at risk for ASD closure avoids acute decompensation and allows gradual diminuition of right ventricular volume overload during mid‐term follow‐up. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885410 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4885410 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4854156&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00660.x We describe a case of a patient who had a chronic indwelling port‐a‐cath who developed SVC syndrome, which was treated with an endovascular approach with stenting of the SVC/brachiocephalic vein junction. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–4) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4854156 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4854156 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4831046&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00661.x We describe a case of extensive right coronary artery dissection caused by engagement of a 0.035″ guidewire. Attempts to reopen the flush‐occluded posterior descending artery using conventional methods were unsuccessful. However, the vessel was successfully restored with the use of intravascular ultrasound guidance and we describe the steps involved in this technique. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–4) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4831046 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4831046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4805712&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00635.x Conclusions: In patients who are high risk for CEA, CAS can be performed with low MACCE at 30 days and ipsilateral stroke at 5 years. However, nearly half of these patients die within 5 years from causes unrelated to stroke. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4805712 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4805712 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4782237&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00630.x Conclusions: iASDs are frequent following TS access and a majority resolve over time. Available evidence suggests iASDs are well tolerated but late term follow‐up is limited. With the increased utilization of TS transcatheter procedures, the frequency and size of iASDs may rise. Understanding the rare but serious clinical implications of iASD and the need for systematic surveillance in the future is warranted. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–10) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4782237 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4782237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4759356&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00647.x We describe a new “proximal entry” technique in 3 cases of RAO, which allowed successful completion of the procedures. This technique should add to the armamentarium of a radial operator allowing for reaccessing the radial artery. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–4) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4759356 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4759356 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4715338&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00646.x Conclusions: ARRIVE multivessel and bifurcation stenting patients have significantly higher clinical risk through 2 years compared to simple‐use patients. In the absence of large randomized controlled trials in these populations, ARRIVE provides important insight into clinical outcomes over an extended period of time. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4715338 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4715338 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4686091&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00621.x Conclusions: CAVF are very well amenable to percutaneous closure with acceptable morbidity and high success rates. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–8) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4686091 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4686091 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4671458&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00641.x (J Interven Cardiol 2011;24:181–183) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4671458 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4671458 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4671457&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00639.x (J Interven Cardiol 2011;24:162–164) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4671457 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4671457 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4671456&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00609.x Conclusion: Cellular VP‐assisted transmission and interpretation in real‐time of prehospital ECG has high interphysician reliability, similar to the printed ECG interpretation. Future studies testing whether VP decreases the ischemic time and expedites the reperfusion of STEMI patients are needed. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;24:112–118) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4671456 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4671456 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4644080&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00628.x The XIENCE V® Everolimus‐Eluting Coronary Stent System (EECSS) has been evaluated in multiple randomized controlled trials (RCTs) with several different comparators (SPIRIT FIRST, SPIRIT II, SPIRIT III, SPIRIT IV, COMPARE, ISAR‐TEST 4, SORT‐OUT IV, and RESOLUTE All‐Comers RCT). The available results consistently demonstrated numerically low stent thrombosis (ST) rates in the XIENCE V arm treated patients. The use of XIENCE V in complex patients with diabetes, overlapping stents, multistenting, and other known risk factors has not significantly increased the occurrence of ST, as evident in the 2‐year rates of both per protocol and Academic Research Consortium (ARC)‐defined ST rates in the SPIRIT IV RCT, as well as the COMPARE real‐world RCT. Furthermore, available long‐term... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4644080 Sun, 27 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4644080 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4606722&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00631.x Coronary bifurcation lesion intervention is technically challenging with higher complication rates. Many coronary interventional trials have been conducted involving coronary bifurcation lesions in order to compare one‐stent with two‐stent techniques. However, these trials have major limitation by enrolling all bifurcation lesions, including low‐risk lesions so‐called not true bifurcation lesions. This manuscript discusses the importance of appropriate designing of clinical trials for evaluation of complex techniques in coronary bifurcation lesions. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4606722 Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4606722 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4606721&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00634.x Conclusions:In a contemporary population of STEMI patients treated with PPCI, overall in‐hospital MACE and mortality remain higher in elderly compared to younger patients. Although partly due to higher burden of preexisting comorbidities, a higher DBT may also be responsible. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4606721 Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4606721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4606720&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00636.x We describe a case of acute left main stem occlusion complicating a transcatheter transfemoral aortic valve implantation. We treated this emergency using the balloon anchoring technique to insert and implant a stent in the left main stem. Transcatheter transfemoral or transapical aortic valve implantation (TAVI) is a promising treatment in patients with severe, symptomatic surgically nonamenable patients. Registries have reported 3‐month mortality rates between 10 and 20%.1Most of the fatalities have been caused by the general poor patient condition because of advanced age or severe co‐morbidities. However, TAVI has also been associated with new types of procedure‐related complications such as valve embolization and cardiac perforation. Here, we describe a case of acute occlusion of ... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4606720 Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4606720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4606719&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00637.x Conclusions:In this patient, VIV implantation was found to be a safe alternative to an emergent valve replacement. It might represent a suitable option to conventional procedures even among lower risk patients. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–3) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4606719 Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4606719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4659125&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00629.x We describe 2 cases of complex coronary lesions in which the conventional 0.014‐inch balloon catheters failed to cross a chronic subtotal occlusion and also failed to adequately predilate a calcified coronary lesion. The novel use of a 0.010‐inch guidewire and compatible balloon catheters in both cases allowed us to perform the percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) successfully, and we highlight the usefulness of these new devices as important adjunctive tools in PCI. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–5) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4659125 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4659125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4644079&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00633.x Conclusion: The use of EES, even in this real world, high‐risk population, continues to demonstrate safety and efficacy rates comparable with current studies in more selected patient groups and, therefore, may justify current practice to utilize EES in “off label” situations. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4644079 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4644079 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4623100&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00632.x Conclusion: The adjunctive use of eptifibatide in patients presenting with STEMI may be associated with improved clinical outcomes. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4623100 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4623100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4606718&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2011.00638.x Conclusions:Pulmonary artery stenting provides effective relief of narrowing in adults with congenital heart disease. Bilateral and/or multiple stenting are often required. Stent embolization may occur particularly in patients with associated significant pulmonary regurgitation. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–5) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4606718 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4606718 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4460791&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00618.x Conclusion:IOD and long duration of CTO do not affect procedural and clinical outcome of patients who underwent CTO PCI. This marks the importance of considering PCI treatment, a reliable strategy in cases of IOD or long occlusion duration. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4460791 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4460791 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4419997&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00620.x Conclusions: Our meta‐analysis suggests DES use to be safe in SVG PCI and associated with reduced mortality and MACE rates with reductions in revascularization also observed. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4419997 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4419997 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4419996&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00623.x Conclusion: Percutaneous closure of CAF is feasible and safe in anatomically suitable vessels with good results at intermediate term follow‐up. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4419996 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4419996 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4419995&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00626.x We present a case report of a patient with a CTO of a lower extremity artery, in which treatment with a new, novel system was used to address both of these challenges. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–5) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4419995 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4419995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4332140&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00608.x Conclusion: It was demonstrated that transradial PCI for CTO lesions is safe, minimizing vascular complications without increasing procedural time and contrast use. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4332140 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4332140 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4295491&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00619.x Conclusion: The Occlutech Figulla Occluder appears to be easy to use, effective, and safe for percutaneous closure of PFO and ASD. We report a low complication rate but a relative high percentage of small residual shunts 6 months after closure. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4295491 Tue, 28 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4295491 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4295490&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00613.x Current clinical guidelines recommend dual antiplatelet agents namely aspirin and clopidogrel for the treatment of patients suffering from acute coronary syndrome (ACS). But the efficacy of clopidogrel is variable as it is a pro‐drug, which has to be metabolized to become an active drug thus exhibiting variable platelet inhibition, increases risk of bleeding, stent thrombosis, and ischemia. To overcome this limitation, prasugrel was developed with increased antiplatelet activity thereby reducing the risk of myocardial ischemia and stent thrombosis. This action of prasugrel was associated with an increased risk of major bleeding. Finally, a novel reversible and direct‐acting oral adenosine diphosphate (ADP) receptor antagonist, ticagrelor was developed that showed consistent and increas... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4295490 Tue, 28 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4295490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4295494&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00606.x Conclusion: NT‐proBNP levels upon hospital admission have a predictive value for MVOs. Further study is needed to determine if protective treatment strategies are warranted in STEMI patients with high NT‐proBNP levels at presentation. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1–8) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4295494 Mon, 27 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4295494 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4295493&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00614.x Conclusions:SF occurring at the site of the original target lesion was a strong independent predictor of ISR. This indicates the need for a careful, long‐term follow‐up in those situations, even when no significant ISR is initially detected. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4295493 Mon, 27 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4295493 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4295492&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00615.x Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a novel, catheter‐based, invasive imaging system based on near‐infrared light with high image resolution (15–20 μm). The system allows for unparalleled imaging of the coronary artery lumen, plaque characterization, assessment of coronary stent strut apposition, neointimal coverage, vascular proliferative response, complications such as focal dissection or thrombus formation, and insight into the time course of stent endothelization. This review will describe the currently available developments in OCT technology and its application in both the clinical and research arenas. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4295492 Mon, 27 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4295492 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4446608&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00622.x Conclusion: In a “real‐world” setting, PES use in CTO was associated with increased MCE compared to simple‐ use patients, but achieved long‐term outcomes similar to that observed in other complex patient/lesion cases. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4446608 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4446608 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4419994&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00624.x Conclusion: The 1‐year results of the Genous stent in a real‐world population of diabetics show higher TVF rates in diabetics compared with nondiabetics, mainly driven by a higher mortality hazard. IRD is associated with a significant higher TLR hazard. Definite or probable ST in all diabetic patients was comparable with nondiabetics. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4419994 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4419994 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4332139&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00625.x We describe a case in which the Impella catheter was successfully implanted and used for hemodynamic support during balloon aortic valvuloplasty in a high‐risk patient of severe AS with a calculated aortic valve area of 0.59 cm2. (J Interven Cardiol 2011;**:1–5) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4332139 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4332139 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4295489&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00617.x Conclusions: Bench side assessment of five contemporary durable polymer‐based DES with scanning electron microscopy suggests that even very aggressive stent postdilatation results in no more than mild differences in coating irregularities between postdilated and nonpostdilated stent regions. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1–13) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4295489 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4295489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4282092&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00616.x Conclusion: IC administration of bolus abciximab in STEMI patients undergoing pPCI reduces 30‐day mortality and TVR and tends to reduce MI, compared to IV‐bolus. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4282092 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4282092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4208574&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00607.x This article is derived from transcripts of their presentations and the surrounding discussions at this meeting, with the intent of reporting both quantitative information on recent advances in the management of ACS and qualitative information and opinions from participants. Each author held primary responsibility for the writing and editing of his or her section, and participated in the editing of the entire manuscript. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1–18) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4208574 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4208574 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4208573&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00610.x 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 failure of existing protective gear to provide sufficient protection from IR; (3) promote strict adherence to IR safety protocols; and (4) call for the development of improved technology for radiation protection. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4208573 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4208573 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4208572&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00611.x Conclusions: Patient understanding of stent type, expected cardiovascular outcomes, and recognition of MI post‐PCI appears low in the real‐world setting. A systematic approach to post‐PCI education should be incorporated into routine care, in order to capitalize on the educational opportunity afforded by this high risk population. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1–5) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4208572 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4208572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4208571&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00612.x Conclusions: Use of right atrial angiography and fluoroscopic‐only guidance for PFO closure using Helex and Amplatzer devices provides an efficient alternative to ICE guidance. While procedure and fluoroscopy times were significantly shorter for Amplatzer versus Helex cases, these times were similar for Helex comparing fluoroscopy versus ICE guidance. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1–7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4208571 Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4208571 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4109760&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00603.x Background: (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4109760 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4109760 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4109759&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00604.x Microcatheters are often used for percutaneous coronary intervention via the retrograde approach through a collateral channel for chronic total occlusion lesions. Recently, we encountered an alarming case in which a septal collateral artery was dilated after the removal of a microcatheter. This dilated septal artery ruptured spontaneously and resulted in a cardiac tamponade, which was successfully treated by pericardiocentesis and coil embolization. (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4109759 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4109759 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4109758&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00605.x Objective: (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4109758 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4109758 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4082878&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00599.x Background: (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4082878 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4082878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4041308&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00597.x Introduction (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4041308 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4041308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4032545&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00598.x Aims: (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4032545 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4032545 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4032544&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00600.x Coronary artery vasculopathy (CAV) is one of the major factors that limit the long‐term survival of heart transplant recipients. It is difficult to diagnose CAV, especially in the early stages. Traditional coronary angiography has been used for the diagnosis of CAV, but this method has limitations. Current literature suggests that intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) is a safe imaging technique that is beneficial for the early diagnosis of CAV; in comparison, IVUS with virtual histology (IVUS‐VH) is an even more promising diagnostic utility. Despite its advantages, IVUS is currently not routinely utilized as the primary diagnostic modality for CAV in heart transplant recipients. In this review, we evaluate and summarize the clinical utility of IVUS in the early diagnosis of CAV, including i... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4032544 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4032544 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4032543&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00601.x Aims: (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4032543 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4032543 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4028081&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00602.x (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4028081 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4028081 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4028080&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00551.x We present a case of Takotsubo syndrome, which presented with unusual symptoms and was found to be caused by pheochromocytoma. A sudden rise in blood pressure moments after completion of echocardiographic stress testing aided in uncovering the diagnosis. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;23:437–442) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4028080 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4028080 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3974234&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00580.x Objectives: (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3974234 Sat, 31 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3974234 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3936910&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00582.x Objective: (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3936910 Sat, 31 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3936910 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http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3867732&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00544.x (J Interven Cardiol 2010;23:368–369) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3867732 Sat, 31 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3867732 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3867731&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00586.x Background: (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3867731 Sat, 31 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3867731 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3867730&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00565.x Background: (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3867730 Sat, 31 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3867730 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3867729&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00570.x The treatment of coronary bifurcation lesion remains a challenging issue even in the drug‐eluting stent era. Frequent restenosis and stent thrombosis have been recently shown to be related not only to geometrical gap or stent structural deformation but also to rheological disturbance. Low wall shear stress at the lateral side of the bifurcation is likely to cause atherosclerotic changes due to easy access of the macrophages that induce chemical mediators. The turbulent flow over stent metal may facilitate accumulation of platelets, which results in thrombosis. The jailed strut and excess metal overlap may increase these risks. Since dramatic changes of the coronary flow pattern at the bifurcation are closely related to the genesis of atherosclerosis, future bifurcation intervention techn... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3867729 Sat, 31 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3867729 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3867728&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00573.x The concept of coronary angioplasty percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) was pioneered by Andreas Gruntzig. Since then, several modifications, innovative devices, techniques, and advances have revolutionized the practice of interventional cardiology. Coronary bifurcation and chronic total occlusion are the last two frontiers that continue to challenge the skills of the interventional cardiologists. Proceedings of the second Bifurcation Summit held from November 26 to 28, 2009 in Nanjing, China are published in this symposium. In a general review, the state of the art in management of bifurcation lesion is summarized in the statement of the “Bifurcation Club in KOKURA.” A new‐presented concept was the “extension distance” between the main vessel and the sidebranch ostia and it... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3867728 Sat, 31 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3867728 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3773687&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00575.x Conclusions: The available data demonstrate that cTn levels are frequently elevated after a marathon with unclear cardiovascular significance. This elevation of cTn appears to be consistent among a diverse patient population. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]8) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3773687 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3773687 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3765213&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00567.x This article reviews the available literature on stent fractures and complications using data found on PubMed, MEDLINE, the Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database, and the Cochrane databases. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]9) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3765213 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3765213 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3765212&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00566.x Conclusions: We have re-evaluated the association between lesion characteristics and technical outcome in modern PCI. We have thereby developed a contemporary prediction model for angiographic outcome at each treated lesion. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3765212 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3765212 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3765211&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00568.x Conclusion: In the acute phase, immediately after PCI for bifurcation lesion, DK crush stenting was associated with higher FFR and lower residual diameter stenosis in the SB, as compared with the provisional 1-stent group. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]5) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3765211 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3765211 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3765210&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00569.x Conclusions: In patients with trifurcated UPLMS, higher TLR/TVR and lower cumulative survival from MACE were seen in the 2-stent group when compared to the 1-stent group. The SYNTAX scoring system had no predictive value of outcomes for patients with stenting of trifurcated UPLMS. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3765210 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3765210 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3765209&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00571.x Conclusion: From our study, after a 2-stent crush technique using drug-eluting stents (DES), the degree of SS reduction appears to predict in-stent restenosis (ISR). A SS decrease to its lowest level and remaining homogenously low is a prime condition to prevent ISR. A baseline low SS, which decreases minimally after PCI and recovers to around its baseline level, appears to be the setting for restenosis. These conditions can be evaluated as predictors of lesions that may need surveillance angiography and proper IVUS evaluation to prevent future in-stent restenosis. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]11) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3765209 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3765209 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3765208&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00572.x Conclusion: In the provisional approach, low endothelial SS correlated with no restenosis for patients who underwent stenting of the MV, while a contradictory combination of high SS and no restenosis was seen in the SB after only POBA. The mechanism of prevention of restenosis in the SB is by increasing the SS while in the MV, the mechanism of prevention of ISR is secondary to sirolimus on the stents struts. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]11) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3765208 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3765208 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3765207&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00574.x Conclusions: The achievement of perfect ostial coverage of the SB is unsatisfactory with most of the currently available stents, especially when poststenting excessive dilation of the ostium of the SB is performed. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]14) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3765207 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3765207 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3765206&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00576.x Conclusion: Ductal stenting is a feasible, safe, and effective palliation in newborns with truly duct-dependent pulmonary circulation irrespective of duct morphology. Vasucular access from various locations is important for technical success rate. Ductal stenting is a minimally invasive procedure to achieve adequate pulmonary artery growth for subsequent palliative or corrective surgery. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]8) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3765206 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3765206 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3738459&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00579.x Conclusion:Patients with potential microvascular dysfunction and borderline FFR values should be interpreted with caution, and management strategies should be guided not only by pressure measurement, but also by possibly supplementary clinical risk stratification and noninvasive tests. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]8) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3738459 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3738459 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3738461&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00577.x Conclusion:BAV can be used successfully to clinically improve the health of some nonsurgical patients with severe symptomatic AS, and a proportion of these patients improve to a point where AVR can be performed. Bridging to TAVI will provide further options to high-risk patients who cannot be bridged to conventional AVR. The role of BAV in bridging to TAVI merits further study. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]10) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3738461 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3738461 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3738460&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00578.x Purpose:A prospective nonrandomized multicenter registry of 160 patients with severe carotid stenosis and high-risk features for carotid endarterectomy was conducted during the 3-month period from March to May 2005. Methods:Carotid artery stenting (CAS) was performed with the SpideRX[trade] Embolic Protection System (ev3, Inc., Plymouth, MN, USA) as part of an investigational device exemption from the Food and Drug Administration. Results:The primary end-point of major adverse cardiac and cerebrovascular events at 30 days after CAS was observed in nine patients (5.6%), including death in four patients (2.5%), nonfatal stroke in five patients (3.1%), and nonfatal myocardial infarction in one patient (0.6%). A secondary end-point of technical success (defined as successful deployment of all ... Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3738460 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3738460 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3734717&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00562.x Conclusions:In both LM and N-LM bifurcations we found a significant difference in A and B pre- and post-PCI. This difference was driven by the 2-stent technique and was most evident with a baseline bifurcation angle [ge]70°. The Crush technique caused the largest angle variation post-procedure, particularly in non-true LM bifurcations. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]12) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3734717 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3734717 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3731034&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00564.x Conclusions:Patients with AMI treated with turbostratic carbon-coated stent implantation and abciximab treatment have a low incidence of stent thrombosis. Abciximab treatment along with major bleeding complications are the only predictors related to stent thrombosis. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]6) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3731034 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3731034 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3731036&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00563.x Conclusion:This study suggests that LA dysfunction probably does not contribute to migraine itself but may play a role in the genesis of aura symptoms. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]7) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3731036 Mon, 05 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3731036 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3731035&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00550.x Conclusions:Clinical outcomes at 6 and 12 months after Prokinetic stent implantation are excellent and may be attributable to its unique combination of composition, design and coating. (J Interven Cardiol 2010;**:1[ndash]5) (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3731035 Mon, 05 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3731035 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835086&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00550.x (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835086 Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835086 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835085&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00564.x (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835085 Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835085 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835084&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00562.x (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835084 Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835084 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835083&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00577.x (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835083 Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835083 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835082&cid=s_29169_7_f&fid=29169&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1540-8183.2010.00578.x (Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology) Journal of Interventional Cardiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835082 Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835082