Volume 28 - Issue 3 - March, 2016
Feature
Review
03/01/2016
Michael S. Lee, MD; Albert Shamouelian, MD; Mufaddal Q. Dahodwala, MD
Michael S. Lee, MD; Albert Shamoueli...
Coronary artery perforation (CAP) is a rare but serious complication of percutaneous coronary intervention. We review the risk factors, common causes, complications, and treatment options for CAP.
Coronary artery perforation (CAP) is a rare but serious complication of percutaneous coronary intervention. We review the risk factors, common causes, complications, and treatment options for CAP.
Coronary artery perforation...
03/01/2016
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
03/01/2016
David Hutchings, MB ChB, MRCP, M Res, B MedSc1; Afzal Hayat, MBBS, MRCP2; Arun Karunakaran, MBBS, MRCP2; Nadim Malik, MBBS, MA, MD1,2
David Hutchings, MB ChB, MRCP, M Res,...
The Mynx device (Access Closure, Inc), a novel extravascular closure device, uses a water-soluble non-thrombogenic polyethylene glycol plug. We report retrospective analysis of success, complication rates, and associated factors in 432...
The Mynx device (Access Closure, Inc), a novel extravascular closure device, uses a water-soluble non-thrombogenic polyethylene glycol plug. We report retrospective analysis of success, complication rates, and associated factors in 432...
The Mynx device (Access Closure,...
03/01/2016
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
03/01/2016
Yin-Jian Yang, MD1; Chao-Mei Fan, MD1; Jin-Qing Yuan, MD2; Zhi-Min Wang, MD3; Fu-Jian Duan, MD3; Shu-Bin Qiao, MD2; Shi-Jie You, MD2; Jian-Song Yuan, MD2; Feng-Huan Hu, MD2; Wei-Xian Yang, MD2; Xi-Ying Guo, MD1; Yi-Shi Li, MD1
Yin-Jian Yang, MD1; Chao-Mei Fan, MD...
This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of alcohol septal ablation in patients with vs without extreme septal hypertrophy.
This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of alcohol septal ablation in patients with vs without extreme septal hypertrophy.
This study aimed to compare the...
03/01/2016
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
03/01/2016
Mayank Agrawal, MD; Abdul Hakeem, MD; Zubair Ahmed, MD; Barry F. Uretsky, MD
Mayank Agrawal, MD; Abdul Hakeem, MD...
Post-PCI optical coherence tomography may be a clinically useful tool in angiographically optimized stenting. Prospective studies will provide further clarity on the place of OCT in this setting.
Post-PCI optical coherence tomography may be a clinically useful tool in angiographically optimized stenting. Prospective studies will provide further clarity on the place of OCT in this setting.
Post-PCI optical coherence...
03/01/2016
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
02/29/2016
Simon Walsh, MD1; Dariusz Dudek, MD2; Leszek Bryniarski, MD, PhD2; Abid Assali, MD3; Haim Danenberg, MD4; Chaim Lotan, MD4; Colm Hanratty, MD1; Piotr Wilkołek, MD, PhD2; Ran Kornowski, MD3
Simon Walsh, MD1; Dariusz Dudek, MD2...
The aim of this first-in-human (FIH) study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of the novel NovaCross microcatheter system in eligible consecutive patients with chronic total occlusion (CTO).
The aim of this first-in-human (FIH) study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of the novel NovaCross microcatheter system in eligible consecutive patients with chronic total occlusion (CTO).
The aim of this first-in-human...
02/29/2016
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
02/29/2016
Kenji Nakatsuma, MD1; Erika Yamamoto, MD1; Shin Watanabe, MD1; Bingyuan Bao, MD1; Hiroki Watanabe, MD1; Yoshiaki Kawase, MD2; Satoshi Shizuta, MD1; Takeshi Kimura, MD1; Naritatsu Saito, MD1
Kenji Nakatsuma, MD1; Erika Yamamoto...
The present study assessed the feasibility of an originally developed ultrathin endoscopy-guided pericardiocentesis device in a swine model.
The present study assessed the feasibility of an originally developed ultrathin endoscopy-guided pericardiocentesis device in a swine model.
The present study assessed the...
02/29/2016
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Insights
Commentary
03/01/2016
Ted Feldman, MD and Mayra Guerrero, MD
Ted Feldman, MD and Mayra Guerrero, M...
While the role of mitral repair for degenerative mitral regurgitation is clear, we continue to struggle with whether treating FMR in the setting of LV dysfunction is ultimately beneficial.
While the role of mitral repair for degenerative mitral regurgitation is clear, we continue to struggle with whether treating FMR in the setting of LV dysfunction is ultimately beneficial.
While the role of mitral repair...
03/01/2016
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Commentary
03/01/2016
Konstantinos Marmagkiolis, MD1 and Mehmet Cilingiroglu, MD2
Konstantinos Marmagkiolis, MD1 and Me...
Using near-infrared light technology, OCT today offers excellent in vivo intravascular imaging of the vessel wall, but it is unclear whether further stent optimization may allow faster neointimal coverage or alter positive remodeling, which...
Using near-infrared light technology, OCT today offers excellent in vivo intravascular imaging of the vessel wall, but it is unclear whether further stent optimization may allow faster neointimal coverage or alter positive remodeling, which...
Using near-infrared light...
03/01/2016
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Commentary
03/01/2016
Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD1 and Alfredo R. Galassi, MD2,3
Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD1 and A...
Can favorable outcomes for CTO-PCI be achieved at less experienced centers? Bridging the gap in success between experienced and less experienced centers and improving efficiency remain top priorities in 2016.
Can favorable outcomes for CTO-PCI be achieved at less experienced centers? Bridging the gap in success between experienced and less experienced centers and improving efficiency remain top priorities in 2016.
Can favorable outcomes for...
03/01/2016
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Commentary
02/29/2016
Rodrigo Bagur, MD, PhD1 and Olivier F. Bertrand, MD, PhD2
Rodrigo Bagur, MD, PhD1 and Olivier F...
Once the learning period is completed, the transradial approach is technically as feasible as the femoral approach for post-CABG angiography and PCI, yet it retains the significant safety advantages of radial access. It is now the...
Once the learning period is completed, the transradial approach is technically as feasible as the femoral approach for post-CABG angiography and PCI, yet it retains the significant safety advantages of radial access. It is now the...
Once the learning period is...
02/29/2016
Journal of Invasive Cardiology