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Entrapped Rotablator retrieved by trapping guide extension catheter technique
27 Mar 2019
Herein we have presented a new retrieval method involving a guide extension catheter combined with a snare, which is used to successfully rescue an entrapped Rotablator.
Coronary stuck burr (in or beyond the stenosis): Kokeshi phenomenon
27 Mar 2019
Burr entrapment is a rare and challenging complication of rotablation. Learn what techniques might be used and follow the step-by-step approach to dealing with this complication
Balloon trapping technique - Coronary Rotablator complications
27 Mar 2019
One of some techniques is to use a 2nd wire and to inflate a balloon...
Mini-STAR as bail-out strategy for percutaneous coronary interventions and complications
27 Mar 2019
The mini-STAR technique is a promising bailout strategy for the management of entrapped burr in the event of complications, achieving a high procedural success rate and low occurrence of procedural adverse events.
Snare technique
27 Mar 2019
There are several techniques typically employed to retrieve a stuck rotablator burr. The snare can be be attempted but not in first attention.
References in coronary rotational atherectomy complications: Rotablator
27 Mar 2019
Consult the below references associated to the clinical research and case reports on rotational atherectomy (RA) complications.
Balloon trapping technique
25 Mar 2019
Balloon trapping or anchoring techniques, which can be challenging are explained here.
Case study: an unusual catheter rupture of the balloon during a PCI
22 Mar 2019
Consult this clinical case by Dr. R Hammami from the Cardiology Departement of Sfax, Tunisia on an unusual complication during a PCI.
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Thrombo aspiration: wire aspiration using a thrombectomy device
22 Mar 2019
Measures which can be taken to prevent guidewire-related complications are explained as well as the recommended steps to perform wire aspiration by using a thrombectomy device.
Case study: primary PCI of left main coronary artery to LAD stenting with retrieval of broken NC balloon shaft
12 Mar 2019
Consult this clinical case by K. Partani on primary PCI of left main coronary artery (LMCA) to LAD stenting with retrieval of broken NC balloon shaft, a 53-year-old female patient.
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