Outcome after new generation single ‐layer polytetrafluoroethylene‐covered stent implantation for the treatment of coronary artery perforation

ConclusionsIn this retrospective analysis, implantation of a new generation PTFE ‐CS, for the treatment of CAP showed high technical success rates. Although, periprocedural MI—and in‐hospital‐death rates remain not inconsiderable, new generation PTFE‐CS showed favorable angiographic and clinical efficacy and high safety profile, especially with regard to thrombotic eve nts.

Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - November 23, 2018 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Sebastian Kufner, Nora Schacher, Miroslaw Ferenc, Christian Schlundt, Petra Hoppmann, Mohamed Abdel ‐Wahab, Katharina Mayer, Massimiliano Fusaro, Robert A. Byrne, Adnan Kastrati Tags: CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE Source Type: research