Less invasive treatment for blocked artery in the leg is safe, review finds
This study shows that the orbital atherectomy treatment can offer patients a safe and effective alternative to surgery.AUTHORSThe authors of the study are Dr. Michael Lee and Dr. Daniel Heikali of UCLA; Dr. Jihad Mustapha of Metro Health Hospital in Wyoming, Mich.; Dr. George Adams of Rex Healthcare in Raleigh, N.C.; and Dr. Ehtisham Mahmud of UC San Diego.JOURNALThis study was published by the peer-reviewed journal Vascular Medicine.FUNDINGThis research was funded Cardiovascular Systems Inc., the makers of the orbital atherectomy device.DISCLOSURESDrs. Lee, Mustapha and Adams received funding from Cardiovascular Systems. The remaining authors disclose no conflicts.
Source: UCLA Newsroom: Health Sciences - Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
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