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Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO)

Original Contribution
Artificial Intelligence for Predicting Primary Antegrade Wiring Success of Chronic Total Occlusion Crossing
09/30/2024
The authors compared the predictions for successful antegrade wiring of chronic total occlusion lesions made by interventional cardiologists with those from a machine learning model.
The authors compared the predictions for successful antegrade wiring of chronic total occlusion lesions made by interventional cardiologists with those from a machine learning model.
The authors compared the...
09/30/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
Outcomes Following Antegrade-Only Versus Retrograde Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: Insights From the CCTOP Registry
08/19/2024
Chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary intervention can be performed using an antegrade-only approach or a retrograde approach (RA). Whether an RA carries a higher risk of complications needs further investigation.
Chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary intervention can be performed using an antegrade-only approach or a retrograde approach (RA). Whether an RA carries a higher risk of complications needs further investigation.
Chronic total occlusion...
08/19/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Brief Communication
External Validation of the JR-CTO Score in Retrograde Chronic Total Occlusion Intervention: From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry
08/14/2024
The authors evaluated the JR-CTO score’s performance in patients treated at 44 centers between 2013 and 2024 as part of the Prospective Global Registry for the Study of CTO Intervention (PROGRESS-CTO).
The authors evaluated the JR-CTO score’s performance in patients treated at 44 centers between 2013 and 2024 as part of the Prospective Global Registry for the Study of CTO Intervention (PROGRESS-CTO).
The authors evaluated the JR-CTO...
08/14/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
Peripheral Artery Disease in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
08/09/2024
The authors examined a multicenter registry of CTO PCI to explore the prevalence of peripheral artery disease and its effects on techniques used during the procedure and in-hospital outcomes.
The authors examined a multicenter registry of CTO PCI to explore the prevalence of peripheral artery disease and its effects on techniques used during the procedure and in-hospital outcomes.
The authors examined a...
08/09/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Brief Communication
Guide Catheter Extension Use in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: Insights From the PROGRESS CTO Registry
07/29/2024
The authors examined the frequency and temporal trends of guide catheter extension use in a large CTO-PCI registry.
The authors examined the frequency and temporal trends of guide catheter extension use in a large CTO-PCI registry.
The authors examined the...
07/29/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Review
Ten Tips and Tricks for Successful Distal True Lumen Wiring From 3-Dimensional Wiring Experts
06/03/2024

Eugene B. Wu, MD1; Wataru Nagamatsu, MD2; Atsunori Okamura, MD3

Eugene B. Wu, MD1; Wataru Nagamatsu, ...
In this article, the authors provide 10 tips for every chronic total occlusion interventionist to use when performing 3-dimensional wiring in distal true lumen wiring
In this article, the authors provide 10 tips for every chronic total occlusion interventionist to use when performing 3-dimensional wiring in distal true lumen wiring
In this article, the authors...
06/03/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
Geographic Diversity in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: Insights From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry
05/22/2024

Michaella Alexandrou, MD1; Athanasios Rempakos, MD1; Deniz Mutlu, MD1; Ahmed Al Ogaili, MD1; James W. Choi, MD2; Paul Poommipanit, MD3; Khaldoon Alaswad, MD4; Mir Babar Basir, DO4; Rhian Davies, DO, MS5; Farouc A. Jaffer, MD, PhD6; Raj H. Chandwaney, MD7; Lorenzo Azzalini, MD, PhD, MSc8; Nazif Aygul, MD9; Ahmed M. ElGuindy, MD10; Brian K. Jefferson, MD11; Sevket Gorgulu, MD12; Jaikirshan J. Khatri, MD13; Oleg Krestyaninov, MD14; Dmitrii Khelimskii, MD14; Jarrod Frizzell, MD15; Basem Elbarouni, MD16; Omer Goktekin, MD17; Margaret B. McEntegart, MD18; Bavana V. Rangan, BDS, MPH1; Olga C. Mastrodemos, BA1; M. Nicholas Burke, MD1; Yader Sandoval, MD1; Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD1

Michaella Alexandrou, MD1; Athanasios...
The authors analyzed patient and lesion characteristics, techniques, and outcomes in 11 503 CTO-PCI procedures performed in North America and in the combined regions of Europe, Asia, and Africa from 2017 to 2023 as documented in the...
The authors analyzed patient and lesion characteristics, techniques, and outcomes in 11 503 CTO-PCI procedures performed in North America and in the combined regions of Europe, Asia, and Africa from 2017 to 2023 as documented in the...
The authors analyzed patient and...
05/22/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Brief Communication
Ranolazine in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
04/30/2024

Michaella Alexandrou, MD1; Deniz Mutlu, MD1; Athanasios Rempakos, MD1; Ahmed Al Ogaili, MD1; James W. Choi, MD2,3; Paul Poommipanit, MD4; Khaldoon Alaswad, MD5; Mir Babar Basir, DO5; Rhian Davies, DO, MS6; Farouc A. Jaffer, MD, PhD7; Phil Dattilo, MD8; Lorenzo Azzalini, MD, PhD, MSc9; Nazif Aygul, MD10; Niranjan Reddy, MD11; Brian K. Jefferson, MD12; Sevket Gorgulu, MD13; Jaikirshan J. Khatri, MD14; Laura D. Young, MD14;  Oleg Krestyaninov MD15; Dmitrii Khelimskii MD15; Jarrod Frizzell, MD16; Basem Elbarouni, MD17; Bavana V. Rangan, BDS, MPH1; Olga C. Mastrodemos, BA1; M. Nicholas Burke, MD1; Yader Sandoval, MD1; Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD1

Michaella Alexandrou, MD1; Deniz Mutl...
The authors analyzed a large, multicenter chronic total occlusion (CTO) percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) registry to determine the baseline clinical and angiographic characteristics and procedural outcomes of patients undergoing CTO...
The authors analyzed a large, multicenter chronic total occlusion (CTO) percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) registry to determine the baseline clinical and angiographic characteristics and procedural outcomes of patients undergoing CTO...
The authors analyzed a large,...
04/30/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
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Author Interview
Equipment Utilization in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: Update From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry: An Interview With Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD
04/04/2024

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD ...
Dr. Deepak L. Bhatt catches up with Dr. Emmanouil S. Brilakis about his Editor’s 2023 Top 10 article, “Equipment Utilization in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: Update From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry.”
Dr. Deepak L. Bhatt catches up with Dr. Emmanouil S. Brilakis about his Editor’s 2023 Top 10 article, “Equipment Utilization in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: Update From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry.”
Dr. Deepak L. Bhatt catches up...
04/04/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
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Author Interview
Update on Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: An Interview With Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD
04/02/2024

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD ...
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt and Dr Emmanouil S. Brilakis discuss the latest updates on chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary intervention.
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt and Dr Emmanouil S. Brilakis discuss the latest updates on chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary intervention.
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt and Dr...
04/02/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Brief Communication
Use of Plaque Modification Microcatheters During Percutaneous Coronary Interventions for Chronic Total Occlusion: Insights From the PROGRESS‐CTO Registry
03/04/2024

Deniz Mutlu, MD1; Athanasios Rempakos, MD1; Michaella Alexandrou, MD1; Ahmed Al-Ogaili, MD1; Farouc  A. Jaffer, MD2; Khaldoon Alaswad, MD3; Jaikirshan J. Khatri, MD4; Laura Young, MD4; Mir B. Basir, MD3; Oleg Krestyaninov, MD5; Dmitrii Khelimskii, MD5; Sevket Gorgulu, MD6; Omer Goktekin, MD7; James W. Choi, MD8; Raj H. Chandwaney, MD9; Srinivasa Potluri, MD10; Paul Poommipanit, MD11; Barry Uretsky, MD12; David E. Kandzari, MD13; Nazif Aygul, MD14; Lorenzo Azzalini, MD, PhD, MSc15; Bavana V. Rangan, BDS, MPH1; Olga C. Mastrodemos, BA1;Yader Sandoval, MD1; M. Nicholas Burke, MD1; Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD1

Deniz Mutlu, MD1; Athanasios Rempakos...
The authors evaluated the frequency of use and outcomes of plaque modification microcatheters in an international multicenter registry.
The authors evaluated the frequency of use and outcomes of plaque modification microcatheters in an international multicenter registry.
The authors evaluated the...
03/04/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology

Videos

Brilakis preview
Author Interview
Equipment Utilization in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: Update From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry: An Interview With Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD
04/04/2024

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD ...
Dr. Deepak L. Bhatt catches up with Dr. Emmanouil S. Brilakis about his Editor’s 2023 Top 10 article, “Equipment Utilization in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: Update From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry.”
Dr. Deepak L. Bhatt catches up with Dr. Emmanouil S. Brilakis about his Editor’s 2023 Top 10 article, “Equipment Utilization in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: Update From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry.”
Dr. Deepak L. Bhatt catches up...
04/04/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Brilakis preview
Author Interview
Update on Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: An Interview With Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD
04/02/2024

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD ...
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt and Dr Emmanouil S. Brilakis discuss the latest updates on chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary intervention.
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt and Dr Emmanouil S. Brilakis discuss the latest updates on chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary intervention.
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt and Dr...
04/02/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Figure. Case presentation.
Clinical Videos
Coronary Intervention in Chronic Total Occlusion in Left Main Coronary Artery
03/04/2024

Yoshinobu Murasato, MD, PhD; Kyohei Meno, MD; Takahiro Mori, MD, PhD

Yoshinobu Murasato, MD, PhD; Kyohei M...
Video Supplement to "Coronary Intervention in Chronic Total Occlusion in Left Main Coronary Artery " (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Coronary Intervention in Chronic Total Occlusion in Left Main Coronary Artery " (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Coronary...
03/04/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Kaier Video
Video
ADR for Management of Retained Microcatheter Tips During PCI for CTO
11/08/2022
Supplemental Video to "Antegrade Dissection Re-entry for Management Of Retained Microcatheter Tips During PCI For Chronic Total Occlusion: A Case Series," by Kaier et al.
Supplemental Video to "Antegrade Dissection Re-entry for Management Of Retained Microcatheter Tips During PCI For Chronic Total Occlusion: A Case Series," by Kaier et al.
Supplemental Video to "Antegrade...
11/08/2022
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Bhatt and Brilakis
Video
Incidence, Treatment, and Outcomes of Coronary Artery Perforation During PCI
11/07/2022
Deepak Bhatt, MD, MPH, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Invasive Cardiology (JIC), and Emmanouil Brilakis, MD, PhD, discuss coronary perforation, a rare but potentially life-threatening complication of PCI.
Deepak Bhatt, MD, MPH, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Invasive Cardiology (JIC), and Emmanouil Brilakis, MD, PhD, discuss coronary perforation, a rare but potentially life-threatening complication of PCI.
Deepak Bhatt, MD, MPH,...
11/07/2022
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Bhatt and Brilakis
Video
Review and Meta-Analysis Of Clinical Outcomes of CTO-PCI Patients
11/07/2022
Emmanouil Brilakis discusses the largest meta-analysis to date investigating the impact of CTO-PCI on clinical events during long-term follow-up. The analysis (Simsek et al), included 58 publications containing a total of 45,527 who underwent...
Emmanouil Brilakis discusses the largest meta-analysis to date investigating the impact of CTO-PCI on clinical events during long-term follow-up. The analysis (Simsek et al), included 58 publications containing a total of 45,527 who underwent...
Emmanouil Brilakis discusses the...
11/07/2022
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Akhtar CI
Video
Angiography Demonstrating Coronary Caverns
04/02/2022
Spontaneous CTO recanalization is rare. Optical coherence tomography permitted comprehensive visualization of the microchannels a 65-year-old CTO patient.
Spontaneous CTO recanalization is rare. Optical coherence tomography permitted comprehensive visualization of the microchannels a 65-year-old CTO patient.
Spontaneous CTO recanalization...
04/02/2022
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Video: Triple-Access Retrograde CTO Treatment Via Vein Graft and Epicardial Collaterals
Videos
Video: Triple-Access Retrograde CTO Treatment Via Vein Graft and Epicardial Collaterals
06/01/2020
In selected CTO cases, triple access may facilitate the retrograde approach, allowing optimal collateral visualization.
In selected CTO cases, triple access may facilitate the retrograde approach, allowing optimal collateral visualization.
In selected CTO cases, triple...
06/01/2020
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Electrocautery-Facilitated CTO-PCI
Videos
Electrocautery-Facilitated CTO-PCI
01/20/2020
Video demonstration of electrocautery-faciliated CTO-PCI in two patients.
Video demonstration of electrocautery-faciliated CTO-PCI in two patients.
Video demonstration of...
01/20/2020
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Videos
Rotational-Atherectomy Induced Fistula
10/17/2019
Angiographic series demonstrating rotational-atherectomy induced fistula between the diagonal branch and the accompanying vein.
Angiographic series demonstrating rotational-atherectomy induced fistula between the diagonal branch and the accompanying vein.
Angiographic series...
10/17/2019
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
TCT image
TCT Conference Coverage
TCT 2024 Highlights with Dr. Deepak L. Bhatt
11/07/2024
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt, editor-in-chief of the Journal of Invasive Cardiology, shares highlights from TCT 2024.
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt, editor-in-chief of the Journal of Invasive Cardiology, shares highlights from TCT 2024.
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt,...
11/07/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Ku Figure
Clinical Videos
Traumatic Giant Renal Arteriovenous Fistula
11/06/2024
Video Supplement to "Traumatic Giant Renal Arteriovenous Fistula" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Traumatic Giant Renal Arteriovenous Fistula" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Traumatic...
11/06/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Jiang Figure 1
Clinical Videos
Transcatheter Intervention Treatment Secondary Septal Pouch and Patent Foramen Ovale With an Atrial Septal Defect Occluder
10/18/2024
Video Supplement to "Transcatheter Intervention Treatment Secondary Septal Pouch and Patent Foramen Ovale With an Atrial Septal Defect Occluder" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Transcatheter Intervention Treatment Secondary Septal Pouch and Patent Foramen Ovale With an Atrial Septal Defect Occluder" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to...
10/18/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
CS Figure
Clinical Videos
Enhancing Interventional Imaging: The Role of Computed Tomography and Intraproducedural Echocardiography in the Diagnosis and Management of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis
10/18/2024
Video Supplement to "Role of Computed Tomography and Intraproducedural Echocardiography in the Diagnosis and Management of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis: Enhancing Interventional Imaging" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Role of Computed Tomography and Intraproducedural Echocardiography in the Diagnosis and Management of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis: Enhancing Interventional Imaging" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Role of...
10/18/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Wong Figure
Clinical Videos
Coaxial Dual-Lumen Catheter Assisted Wiring to Facilitate Reaccess in Aorto-ostial Stenting
10/17/2024
Video Supplement to "Coaxial Dual-Lumen Catheter Assisted Wiring to Facilitate Reaccess in Aorto-ostial Stenting" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Coaxial Dual-Lumen Catheter Assisted Wiring to Facilitate Reaccess in Aorto-ostial Stenting" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Coaxial...
10/17/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Sliman Figure
Clinical Videos
Rotational Atherectomy for Treating Arterial Access-Site Stenosis Caused by Vascular Closure Device Failure Following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
10/08/2024
Video Supplement to "Rotational Atherectomy for Treating Arterial Access-Site Stenosis Caused by Vascular Closure Device Failure Following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Rotational Atherectomy for Treating Arterial Access-Site Stenosis Caused by Vascular Closure Device Failure Following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Rotational...
10/08/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Bangalore headshot
Author Interview
Outcomes With Treatment Interventions for Clot-In-Transit in Patients With Pulmonary Embolism: An Interview With Sripal Bangalore, MD, MHA
09/19/2024
Dr Sripal Bangalore shares background and insights on his JIC articles, “Outcomes With Treatment Interventions for Clot-In-Transit in Patients With Pulmonary Embolism: A Meta-Analysis” and “Comparing Upfront Catheter-Based Thrombectomy With...
Dr Sripal Bangalore shares background and insights on his JIC articles, “Outcomes With Treatment Interventions for Clot-In-Transit in Patients With Pulmonary Embolism: A Meta-Analysis” and “Comparing Upfront Catheter-Based Thrombectomy With...
Dr Sripal Bangalore shares...
09/19/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Basman Figure
Clinical Videos
A Novel Exit Strategy for Removal of a Mitraclip Device From the Left Atrium
08/29/2024
Video Supplement to "A Novel Exit Strategy for Removal of a Mitraclip Device From the Left Atrium" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "A Novel Exit Strategy for Removal of a Mitraclip Device From the Left Atrium" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "A Novel...
08/29/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Triantafyllis Figure
Clinical Videos
Steerable Microcatheter to Negotiate a Hairpin Angle During Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
08/15/2024
Video Supplement to "Steerable Microcatheter to Negotiate a Hairpin Angle During Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Steerable Microcatheter to Negotiate a Hairpin Angle During Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "Steerable...
08/15/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Nagayoshi Figure 2
Clinical Videos
Evaluation of Novel Balloon Pulmonary Angioplasty Using Intravascular Ultrasound for Total Occlusion Lesions and Blood Flow in the Postprocedural Phase After Initially Unsuccessful Procedures
08/15/2024
Video Supplement to "Evaluation of Novel Balloon Pulmonary Angioplasty Using Intravascular Ultrasound for Total Occlusion Lesions and Blood Flow in the Postprocedural Phase After Initially Unsuccessful Procedures" (Original Contribution).
Video Supplement to "Evaluation of Novel Balloon Pulmonary Angioplasty Using Intravascular Ultrasound for Total Occlusion Lesions and Blood Flow in the Postprocedural Phase After Initially Unsuccessful Procedures" (Original Contribution).
Video Supplement to "Evaluation...
08/15/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology

Clinical Images

Clinical Images
Coronary Intervention in Chronic Total Occlusion in the Left Main Coronary Artery
03/04/2024

Yoshinobu Murasato, MD, PhD; Kyohei Meno, MD; Takahiro Mori, MD, PhD

Yoshinobu Murasato, MD, PhD; Kyohei M...
An 83-year-old man who had undergone coronary aorta bypass graft surgery 25 years ago required treatment for new-onset worsening angina.
An 83-year-old man who had undergone coronary aorta bypass graft surgery 25 years ago required treatment for new-onset worsening angina.
An 83-year-old man who had...
03/04/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Use of Chronic Total Occlusion Wiring Techniques for Extremely Angulated Side Branch Access
02/13/2024
A 75-year-old man was admitted for non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction. Coronary angiography showed focal severe disease at obtuse marginal artery and severe medina 1,1,1 bifurcation disease involving proximal to middle left...
A 75-year-old man was admitted for non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction. Coronary angiography showed focal severe disease at obtuse marginal artery and severe medina 1,1,1 bifurcation disease involving proximal to middle left...
A 75-year-old man was admitted...
02/13/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Ping-Pong Guide Catheter Technique for Facilitating Antegrade Crossing of a Chronic Total Occlusion
11/17/2023
A 60-year-old man was referred for percutaneous coronary intervention of a proximal left circumflex chronic total occlusion with distal filling via epicardial collaterals from the left anterior descending artery. The 30-mm lesion had a...
A 60-year-old man was referred for percutaneous coronary intervention of a proximal left circumflex chronic total occlusion with distal filling via epicardial collaterals from the left anterior descending artery. The 30-mm lesion had a...
A 60-year-old man was referred...
11/17/2023
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Left Main Chronic Total Occlusion: Unprotected or Protected Case?
04/01/2023
A 60-year-old male with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and active smoking was admitted for positive treadmill test. He reported exertional chest pain 4 months ago; however, since then he had been symptom free. Echocardiography showed...
A 60-year-old male with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and active smoking was admitted for positive treadmill test. He reported exertional chest pain 4 months ago; however, since then he had been symptom free. Echocardiography showed...
A 60-year-old male with chronic...
04/01/2023
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Chronic Total Occlusion Techniques to Recanalize an Occluded Pulmonary Vein After Atrial Fibrillation Ablation
04/01/2023
A 69-year-old male with atrial fibrillation radiofrequency ablation 2 years ago was admitted for transcatheter angioplasty of left inferior pulmonary vein (LIPV) stenosis due to recurrent hemoptysis. A cardiac computed tomography (CT) scan...
A 69-year-old male with atrial fibrillation radiofrequency ablation 2 years ago was admitted for transcatheter angioplasty of left inferior pulmonary vein (LIPV) stenosis due to recurrent hemoptysis. A cardiac computed tomography (CT) scan...
A 69-year-old male with atrial...
04/01/2023
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
CT-Guided CTO-PCI Overcoming Bypass Surgery-Induced Native Coronary Artery Tenting
06/01/2022
A 57-year-old male complaining of recurrent chest pain was admitted for recanalization of a chronic total occlussion (CTO) of the left anterior descending (LAD) artery. Ten years earlier, the patient underwent a coronary artery bypass graft...
A 57-year-old male complaining of recurrent chest pain was admitted for recanalization of a chronic total occlussion (CTO) of the left anterior descending (LAD) artery. Ten years earlier, the patient underwent a coronary artery bypass graft...
A 57-year-old male complaining...
06/01/2022
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Coronary Caverns: Spontaneous Recanalized Chronic Total Occlusion With Multiple Microchannels
04/01/2022
A 65-year-old man with a prior history of pulmonary embolism was admitted with resting chest pain. High-sensitive troponin level was normal (32 ng/L [0-40]) and physical examination was unremarkable. The 12-lead electrocardiogram revealed...
A 65-year-old man with a prior history of pulmonary embolism was admitted with resting chest pain. High-sensitive troponin level was normal (32 ng/L [0-40]) and physical examination was unremarkable. The 12-lead electrocardiogram revealed...
A 65-year-old man with a prior...
04/01/2022
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Triple-Access Retrograde Chronic Total Occlusion Intervention Through Vein Graft and Epicardial Collaterals
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Triple-Access Retrograde Chronic Total Occlusion Intervention Through Vein Graft and Epicardial Collaterals
05/30/2020
J INVASIVE CARDIOL 2020;32(6):E172-173. Key words: chronic total occlusion, saphenous vein graft
J INVASIVE CARDIOL 2020;32(6):E172-173. Key words: chronic total occlusion, saphenous vein graft
J INVASIVE CARDIOL...
05/30/2020
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
CTO 5 Years After Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold Implantation: A Serial Optical Coherence Tomography Assessment
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CTO 5 Years After Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold Implantation: A Serial Optical Coherence Tomography Assessment
04/29/2020
Angiography at 60 mo. post implantation of an Absorb bioresorbable vascular scaffold (Abbott Vascular) revealed a total occlusion at the distal scaffold. Within the proximal edge, OCT showed complete absorption of stent struts with a...
Angiography at 60 mo. post implantation of an Absorb bioresorbable vascular scaffold (Abbott Vascular) revealed a total occlusion at the distal scaffold. Within the proximal edge, OCT showed complete absorption of stent struts with a...
Angiography at 60 mo. post...
04/29/2020
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
"Single Arm-Double Access" for CTO Intervention
12/27/2018
A dual-access approach for CTO intervention using transradial and ipsilateral transulnar access is reported. Although retrograde CTO intervention is a challenging procedure, a single arm-double access approach seems to be a feasible...
A dual-access approach for CTO intervention using transradial and ipsilateral transulnar access is reported. Although retrograde CTO intervention is a challenging procedure, a single arm-double access approach seems to be a feasible...
A dual-access approach for CTO...
12/27/2018
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Traumatic Giant Renal Arteriovenous Fistula
11/06/2024
A 46-year-old man presented with bilateral lower extremity edema for more than 3 months. He had a history of bruising to the left abdominal area as a result of a motorcycle accident several years ago.
A 46-year-old man presented with bilateral lower extremity edema for more than 3 months. He had a history of bruising to the left abdominal area as a result of a motorcycle accident several years ago.
A 46-year-old man presented with...
11/06/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Percutaneous Closure of Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation and Concomitant Patent Foramen Ovale for Cryptogenic Stroke
11/04/2024
A 64-year-old woman presented with acute onset left-sided facial droop, left upper extremity paresis, and aphasia. Magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated acute infarction of the right thalamus.
A 64-year-old woman presented with acute onset left-sided facial droop, left upper extremity paresis, and aphasia. Magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated acute infarction of the right thalamus.
A 64-year-old woman presented...
11/04/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Coronary Stent and Balloon Entrapment Following Delivery Device Perforation
10/29/2024
The authors present the first reported case of stent and balloon entrapment treated by placing a new stent using the crush technique with intra-coronary optical coherence tomography.
The authors present the first reported case of stent and balloon entrapment treated by placing a new stent using the crush technique with intra-coronary optical coherence tomography.
The authors present the first...
10/29/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Transcatheter Intervention Treatment Secondary Septal Pouch and Patent Foramen Ovale With an Atrial Septal Defect Occluder
10/18/2024
The authors report a patient experiencing transient ischemic attacks who was found to have patent foramen ovale and secondary septal pouch and who was treated successfully with an atrial septal defect occluder.
The authors report a patient experiencing transient ischemic attacks who was found to have patent foramen ovale and secondary septal pouch and who was treated successfully with an atrial septal defect occluder.
The authors report a patient...
10/18/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Enhancing Interventional Imaging: The Role of Computed Tomography and Intraproducedural Echocardiography in the Diagnosis and Management of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis
10/18/2024
A 53-year-old man with a history of atrial fibrillation underwent a successful antral pulmonary vein isolation. After 6 months of follow-up, he referred for exertional dyspnea. Computed tomography revealed a severe pulmonary vein stenosis of...
A 53-year-old man with a history of atrial fibrillation underwent a successful antral pulmonary vein isolation. After 6 months of follow-up, he referred for exertional dyspnea. Computed tomography revealed a severe pulmonary vein stenosis of...
A 53-year-old man with a history...
10/18/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Coaxial Dual-Lumen Catheter Assisted Wiring to Facilitate Reaccess in Aorto-ostial Stenting
10/17/2024
Wiring through the central lumen of a protruding and under-expanded aorto-ostial stent can be challenging. In case of wiring failure, intervention through the side strut may lead to deformity of the scaffolds and increase the risk of ostial...
Wiring through the central lumen of a protruding and under-expanded aorto-ostial stent can be challenging. In case of wiring failure, intervention through the side strut may lead to deformity of the scaffolds and increase the risk of ostial...
Wiring through the central lumen...
10/17/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Rotational Atherectomy for Treating Arterial Access-Site Stenosis Caused by Vascular Closure Device Failure Following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
10/08/2024
The authors describe 2 patients with arterial stenosis that was resistant to balloon dilation who were treated with rotational atherectomy.
The authors describe 2 patients with arterial stenosis that was resistant to balloon dilation who were treated with rotational atherectomy.
The authors describe 2 patients...
10/08/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
An Antisepsis Misfortune: Povidone-Iodine-Induced Chemical Burn Near the Pacemaker Implantation Site
09/12/2024
A 76-year-old woman was scheduled for pacemaker implantation due to sick sinus syndrome. The skin was prepared with the usual povidone-iodine solution. During the procedure, she experienced intense burning and discomfort on the left upper...
A 76-year-old woman was scheduled for pacemaker implantation due to sick sinus syndrome. The skin was prepared with the usual povidone-iodine solution. During the procedure, she experienced intense burning and discomfort on the left upper...
A 76-year-old woman was...
09/12/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
A Novel Exit Strategy for Removal of a Mitraclip Device From the Left Atrium
08/29/2024
This case demonstrates an issue retrieving a MitraClip into the steerable guide catheter and presents a novel solution to facilitate an exit strategy.
This case demonstrates an issue retrieving a MitraClip into the steerable guide catheter and presents a novel solution to facilitate an exit strategy.
This case demonstrates an issue...
08/29/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Steerable Microcatheter to Negotiate a Hairpin Angle During Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
08/15/2024
A 50-year-old man with family history of coronary artery disease underwent primary percutaneous coronary intervention due to an inferior ST-elevation myocardial infarction. Coronary angiography revealed an occluded left circumflex artery.
A 50-year-old man with family history of coronary artery disease underwent primary percutaneous coronary intervention due to an inferior ST-elevation myocardial infarction. Coronary angiography revealed an occluded left circumflex artery.
A 50-year-old man with family...
08/15/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology

News

White Paper
SG2 Data Highlights Urgency for Increased Cardiovascular Intervention Resources in U.S. Hospitals
11/14/2024
Sg2 recommends health systems focus on short-term care redesign and long-term investment plans for catheterization labs, care teams, resources and patient beds to match forecasted demand. The paper includes multiple short- and long-term...
Sg2 recommends health systems focus on short-term care redesign and long-term investment plans for catheterization labs, care teams, resources and patient beds to match forecasted demand. The paper includes multiple short- and long-term...
Sg2 recommends health systems...
11/14/2024
Cath Lab Digest
First Aid guidelines
AHA/American Red Cross: Updated First Aid Guidelines Enhance Care for Opioid Overdose, Bleeding, Other Emergencies
11/14/2024
These are the first major comprehensive updates to the first aid guidelines since 2010 and address shifts in how the public manages common and critical first aid emergencies.
These are the first major comprehensive updates to the first aid guidelines since 2010 and address shifts in how the public manages common and critical first aid emergencies.
These are the first major...
11/14/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Thrombectomy
Data Show Patients Treated with Penumbra’s Computer Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy Technology for Pulmonary Embolism Experience Shorter Hospital Stays and Fewer Complications Compared to Other Treatment Options
11/13/2024
Data show patients with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE) treated with Penumbra’s computer assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT™) technology have a shorter length of hospital stay, shorter post-procedure length of stay, and fewer...
Data show patients with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE) treated with Penumbra’s computer assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT™) technology have a shorter length of hospital stay, shorter post-procedure length of stay, and fewer...
Data show patients with...
11/13/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Atherosclerosis
Study Identifies Molecule That Simulates Inflammation-Reducing Effects of Low-Fat Diet
11/13/2024
“We have already seen its effectiveness in multiple models of atherosclerosis,” said Andrei Maiseyeu, associate professor at the Cardiovascular Research Institute and Department of Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve’s School of...
“We have already seen its effectiveness in multiple models of atherosclerosis,” said Andrei Maiseyeu, associate professor at the Cardiovascular Research Institute and Department of Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve’s School of...
“We have already seen its...
11/13/2024
Cath Lab Digest
defibrillation
Researchers Discover Far Less Energy Is Needed Than Currently Used in State-of-the-Art Defibrillation Techniques
11/11/2024
"Existing low-energy defibrillation protocols yield only a moderate reduction in tissue damage and pain," author Roman Grigoriev said. "Our study shows these can be completely eliminated. Conventional protocols require substantial power for...
"Existing low-energy defibrillation protocols yield only a moderate reduction in tissue damage and pain," author Roman Grigoriev said. "Our study shows these can be completely eliminated. Conventional protocols require substantial power for...
"Existing low-energy...
11/11/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Heat & CVD
NEJM: Using a Fan and Wetting the Skin Reduces Risk of Deadly Cardiac Strain in Hot and Humid Weather
11/11/2024
"Older adults, especially those with heart disease, are at greater risk due to the strain that hot temperatures put on the heart. Understanding the impacts of different cooling strategies on the heart is important to help vulnerable people...
"Older adults, especially those with heart disease, are at greater risk due to the strain that hot temperatures put on the heart. Understanding the impacts of different cooling strategies on the heart is important to help vulnerable people...
"Older adults, especially those...
11/11/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Endocarditis
New Catheter-Based Approach for Right-Sided Infective Endocarditis
11/11/2024
In a recent study, over 90% of the participants had their infection cleared, and they had lower in-hospital mortality compared to those whose infections remained.
In a recent study, over 90% of the participants had their infection cleared, and they had lower in-hospital mortality compared to those whose infections remained.
In a recent study, over 90% of...
11/11/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Hearts in space
Artificial 'Mini-Hearts' Take Flight to the International Space Station
11/11/2024
The International Space Station research project will examine microgravity’s effect on heart tissue and is designed to better understand how microgravity affects the function of the human heart.
The International Space Station research project will examine microgravity’s effect on heart tissue and is designed to better understand how microgravity affects the function of the human heart.
The International Space Station...
11/11/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Microvascular Disease
Hourglass-Shaped Stent Could Ease Severe Chest Pain From Microvascular Disease
11/08/2024
The different design is thought to increase back pressure, redistributing blood flow more fully through small vessels in the heart that were not working at capacity.
The different design is thought to increase back pressure, redistributing blood flow more fully through small vessels in the heart that were not working at capacity.
The different design is thought...
11/08/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Peripheral IVL
DISRUPT BTK II: Shockwave Medical Further Validates Utility of Intravascular Lithotripsy in Lower Limb Lesions in Late-Breaking Presentation at VIVA 2024
11/08/2024
DISRUPT BTK II's primary effectiveness endpoint of procedural success, defined as ≤50% residual stenosis for all treated target lesions without serious angiographic complications, was met with a rate of 97.9% at 30 days.
DISRUPT BTK II's primary effectiveness endpoint of procedural success, defined as ≤50% residual stenosis for all treated target lesions without serious angiographic complications, was met with a rate of 97.9% at 30 days.
DISRUPT BTK II's primary...
11/08/2024
Cath Lab Digest

Original Contribution
Artificial Intelligence for Predicting Primary Antegrade Wiring Success of Chronic Total Occlusion Crossing
09/30/2024
The authors compared the predictions for successful antegrade wiring of chronic total occlusion lesions made by interventional cardiologists with those from a machine learning model.
The authors compared the predictions for successful antegrade wiring of chronic total occlusion lesions made by interventional cardiologists with those from a machine learning model.
The authors compared the...
09/30/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
Outcomes Following Antegrade-Only Versus Retrograde Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: Insights From the CCTOP Registry
08/19/2024
Chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary intervention can be performed using an antegrade-only approach or a retrograde approach (RA). Whether an RA carries a higher risk of complications needs further investigation.
Chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary intervention can be performed using an antegrade-only approach or a retrograde approach (RA). Whether an RA carries a higher risk of complications needs further investigation.
Chronic total occlusion...
08/19/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Brief Communication
External Validation of the JR-CTO Score in Retrograde Chronic Total Occlusion Intervention: From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry
08/14/2024
The authors evaluated the JR-CTO score’s performance in patients treated at 44 centers between 2013 and 2024 as part of the Prospective Global Registry for the Study of CTO Intervention (PROGRESS-CTO).
The authors evaluated the JR-CTO score’s performance in patients treated at 44 centers between 2013 and 2024 as part of the Prospective Global Registry for the Study of CTO Intervention (PROGRESS-CTO).
The authors evaluated the JR-CTO...
08/14/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
Peripheral Artery Disease in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
08/09/2024
The authors examined a multicenter registry of CTO PCI to explore the prevalence of peripheral artery disease and its effects on techniques used during the procedure and in-hospital outcomes.
The authors examined a multicenter registry of CTO PCI to explore the prevalence of peripheral artery disease and its effects on techniques used during the procedure and in-hospital outcomes.
The authors examined a...
08/09/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Brief Communication
Guide Catheter Extension Use in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: Insights From the PROGRESS CTO Registry
07/29/2024
The authors examined the frequency and temporal trends of guide catheter extension use in a large CTO-PCI registry.
The authors examined the frequency and temporal trends of guide catheter extension use in a large CTO-PCI registry.
The authors examined the...
07/29/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Review
Ten Tips and Tricks for Successful Distal True Lumen Wiring From 3-Dimensional Wiring Experts
06/03/2024

Eugene B. Wu, MD1; Wataru Nagamatsu, MD2; Atsunori Okamura, MD3

Eugene B. Wu, MD1; Wataru Nagamatsu, ...
In this article, the authors provide 10 tips for every chronic total occlusion interventionist to use when performing 3-dimensional wiring in distal true lumen wiring
In this article, the authors provide 10 tips for every chronic total occlusion interventionist to use when performing 3-dimensional wiring in distal true lumen wiring
In this article, the authors...
06/03/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
Geographic Diversity in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: Insights From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry
05/22/2024

Michaella Alexandrou, MD1; Athanasios Rempakos, MD1; Deniz Mutlu, MD1; Ahmed Al Ogaili, MD1; James W. Choi, MD2; Paul Poommipanit, MD3; Khaldoon Alaswad, MD4; Mir Babar Basir, DO4; Rhian Davies, DO, MS5; Farouc A. Jaffer, MD, PhD6; Raj H. Chandwaney, MD7; Lorenzo Azzalini, MD, PhD, MSc8; Nazif Aygul, MD9; Ahmed M. ElGuindy, MD10; Brian K. Jefferson, MD11; Sevket Gorgulu, MD12; Jaikirshan J. Khatri, MD13; Oleg Krestyaninov, MD14; Dmitrii Khelimskii, MD14; Jarrod Frizzell, MD15; Basem Elbarouni, MD16; Omer Goktekin, MD17; Margaret B. McEntegart, MD18; Bavana V. Rangan, BDS, MPH1; Olga C. Mastrodemos, BA1; M. Nicholas Burke, MD1; Yader Sandoval, MD1; Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD1

Michaella Alexandrou, MD1; Athanasios...
The authors analyzed patient and lesion characteristics, techniques, and outcomes in 11 503 CTO-PCI procedures performed in North America and in the combined regions of Europe, Asia, and Africa from 2017 to 2023 as documented in the...
The authors analyzed patient and lesion characteristics, techniques, and outcomes in 11 503 CTO-PCI procedures performed in North America and in the combined regions of Europe, Asia, and Africa from 2017 to 2023 as documented in the...
The authors analyzed patient and...
05/22/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Brief Communication
Ranolazine in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
04/30/2024

Michaella Alexandrou, MD1; Deniz Mutlu, MD1; Athanasios Rempakos, MD1; Ahmed Al Ogaili, MD1; James W. Choi, MD2,3; Paul Poommipanit, MD4; Khaldoon Alaswad, MD5; Mir Babar Basir, DO5; Rhian Davies, DO, MS6; Farouc A. Jaffer, MD, PhD7; Phil Dattilo, MD8; Lorenzo Azzalini, MD, PhD, MSc9; Nazif Aygul, MD10; Niranjan Reddy, MD11; Brian K. Jefferson, MD12; Sevket Gorgulu, MD13; Jaikirshan J. Khatri, MD14; Laura D. Young, MD14;  Oleg Krestyaninov MD15; Dmitrii Khelimskii MD15; Jarrod Frizzell, MD16; Basem Elbarouni, MD17; Bavana V. Rangan, BDS, MPH1; Olga C. Mastrodemos, BA1; M. Nicholas Burke, MD1; Yader Sandoval, MD1; Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD1

Michaella Alexandrou, MD1; Deniz Mutl...
The authors analyzed a large, multicenter chronic total occlusion (CTO) percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) registry to determine the baseline clinical and angiographic characteristics and procedural outcomes of patients undergoing CTO...
The authors analyzed a large, multicenter chronic total occlusion (CTO) percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) registry to determine the baseline clinical and angiographic characteristics and procedural outcomes of patients undergoing CTO...
The authors analyzed a large,...
04/30/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Brilakis preview
Author Interview
Equipment Utilization in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: Update From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry: An Interview With Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD
04/04/2024

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD ...
Dr. Deepak L. Bhatt catches up with Dr. Emmanouil S. Brilakis about his Editor’s 2023 Top 10 article, “Equipment Utilization in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: Update From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry.”
Dr. Deepak L. Bhatt catches up with Dr. Emmanouil S. Brilakis about his Editor’s 2023 Top 10 article, “Equipment Utilization in Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: Update From the PROGRESS-CTO Registry.”
Dr. Deepak L. Bhatt catches up...
04/04/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Brilakis preview
Author Interview
Update on Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: An Interview With Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD
04/02/2024

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD

Emmanouil S. Brilakis, MD, PhD ...
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt and Dr Emmanouil S. Brilakis discuss the latest updates on chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary intervention.
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt and Dr Emmanouil S. Brilakis discuss the latest updates on chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary intervention.
Dr Deepak L. Bhatt and Dr...
04/02/2024
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
White Paper
SG2 Data Highlights Urgency for Increased Cardiovascular Intervention Resources in U.S. Hospitals
11/14/2024
Sg2 recommends health systems focus on short-term care redesign and long-term investment plans for catheterization labs, care teams, resources and patient beds to match forecasted demand. The paper includes multiple short- and long-term...
Sg2 recommends health systems focus on short-term care redesign and long-term investment plans for catheterization labs, care teams, resources and patient beds to match forecasted demand. The paper includes multiple short- and long-term...
Sg2 recommends health systems...
11/14/2024
Cath Lab Digest
First Aid guidelines
AHA/American Red Cross: Updated First Aid Guidelines Enhance Care for Opioid Overdose, Bleeding, Other Emergencies
11/14/2024
These are the first major comprehensive updates to the first aid guidelines since 2010 and address shifts in how the public manages common and critical first aid emergencies.
These are the first major comprehensive updates to the first aid guidelines since 2010 and address shifts in how the public manages common and critical first aid emergencies.
These are the first major...
11/14/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Thrombectomy
Data Show Patients Treated with Penumbra’s Computer Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy Technology for Pulmonary Embolism Experience Shorter Hospital Stays and Fewer Complications Compared to Other Treatment Options
11/13/2024
Data show patients with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE) treated with Penumbra’s computer assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT™) technology have a shorter length of hospital stay, shorter post-procedure length of stay, and fewer...
Data show patients with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE) treated with Penumbra’s computer assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT™) technology have a shorter length of hospital stay, shorter post-procedure length of stay, and fewer...
Data show patients with...
11/13/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Atherosclerosis
Study Identifies Molecule That Simulates Inflammation-Reducing Effects of Low-Fat Diet
11/13/2024
“We have already seen its effectiveness in multiple models of atherosclerosis,” said Andrei Maiseyeu, associate professor at the Cardiovascular Research Institute and Department of Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve’s School of...
“We have already seen its effectiveness in multiple models of atherosclerosis,” said Andrei Maiseyeu, associate professor at the Cardiovascular Research Institute and Department of Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve’s School of...
“We have already seen its...
11/13/2024
Cath Lab Digest
defibrillation
Researchers Discover Far Less Energy Is Needed Than Currently Used in State-of-the-Art Defibrillation Techniques
11/11/2024
"Existing low-energy defibrillation protocols yield only a moderate reduction in tissue damage and pain," author Roman Grigoriev said. "Our study shows these can be completely eliminated. Conventional protocols require substantial power for...
"Existing low-energy defibrillation protocols yield only a moderate reduction in tissue damage and pain," author Roman Grigoriev said. "Our study shows these can be completely eliminated. Conventional protocols require substantial power for...
"Existing low-energy...
11/11/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Heat & CVD
NEJM: Using a Fan and Wetting the Skin Reduces Risk of Deadly Cardiac Strain in Hot and Humid Weather
11/11/2024
"Older adults, especially those with heart disease, are at greater risk due to the strain that hot temperatures put on the heart. Understanding the impacts of different cooling strategies on the heart is important to help vulnerable people...
"Older adults, especially those with heart disease, are at greater risk due to the strain that hot temperatures put on the heart. Understanding the impacts of different cooling strategies on the heart is important to help vulnerable people...
"Older adults, especially those...
11/11/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Endocarditis
New Catheter-Based Approach for Right-Sided Infective Endocarditis
11/11/2024
In a recent study, over 90% of the participants had their infection cleared, and they had lower in-hospital mortality compared to those whose infections remained.
In a recent study, over 90% of the participants had their infection cleared, and they had lower in-hospital mortality compared to those whose infections remained.
In a recent study, over 90% of...
11/11/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Hearts in space
Artificial 'Mini-Hearts' Take Flight to the International Space Station
11/11/2024
The International Space Station research project will examine microgravity’s effect on heart tissue and is designed to better understand how microgravity affects the function of the human heart.
The International Space Station research project will examine microgravity’s effect on heart tissue and is designed to better understand how microgravity affects the function of the human heart.
The International Space Station...
11/11/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Microvascular Disease
Hourglass-Shaped Stent Could Ease Severe Chest Pain From Microvascular Disease
11/08/2024
The different design is thought to increase back pressure, redistributing blood flow more fully through small vessels in the heart that were not working at capacity.
The different design is thought to increase back pressure, redistributing blood flow more fully through small vessels in the heart that were not working at capacity.
The different design is thought...
11/08/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Peripheral IVL
DISRUPT BTK II: Shockwave Medical Further Validates Utility of Intravascular Lithotripsy in Lower Limb Lesions in Late-Breaking Presentation at VIVA 2024
11/08/2024
DISRUPT BTK II's primary effectiveness endpoint of procedural success, defined as ≤50% residual stenosis for all treated target lesions without serious angiographic complications, was met with a rate of 97.9% at 30 days.
DISRUPT BTK II's primary effectiveness endpoint of procedural success, defined as ≤50% residual stenosis for all treated target lesions without serious angiographic complications, was met with a rate of 97.9% at 30 days.
DISRUPT BTK II's primary...
11/08/2024
Cath Lab Digest

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