Rotational Atherectomy: A Contemporary Appraisal

Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is the most commonly used revascularisation modality for obstructive coronary artery disease.1 Despite significant advances in PCI over the past 40 years, severe coronary calcification remains a challenge for successful PCI.2,3 Up to 20% of patients undergoing PCI are estimated to have moderate to severe coronary calcification.4,5
Source: Radcliffe Cardiology - Category: Cardiology Authors: Source Type: research