Percutaneous coronary intervention of bifurcation lesions
David Hildick‐Smith, Sandeep Arunothayaraj, Goran Stanković, Shao‐Liang Chen
Abstract
Bifurcation coronary artery disease is common as the development of atherosclerosis is facilitated by altered endothelial shear stress. Multiple anatomical and physiological factors need to be considered when treating bifurcation lesions. To achieve optimal results, various stenting techniques have been developed, each with benefits and limitations. In this state-of-the-art review we describe technically important characteristics of bifurcation lesions and summarise the evidence supporting contemporary bifurcation techniques.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineBifurcationCoronary artery diseasePercutaneous coronary interventionCardiologyRadiologyInternal medicineMyocardial infarctionNonlinear systemQuantum mechanicsPhysicsCoronary Interventions and DiagnosticsCardiac Imaging and DiagnosticsCerebrovascular and Carotid Artery Diseases