Lessons Learned Regarding Handling and Deployment of the Absorb Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold in Infrapopliteal Arteries.
J Endovasc Ther
; 24(3): 337-341, 2017 06.
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
To describe relevant technical details with which to facilitate safe and effective use of the Absorb coronary bioresorbable vascular scaffold (BVS) in lower extremity arteries. TECHNIQUE The Absorb BVS is a balloon-expandable, poly-l-lactide structure covered in a poly-d,l-lactide bioresorbable polymer that contains the antiproliferative drug everolimus. As a polymeric structure, it has a number of unique physical, handling, and imaging properties that may differ from metallic stents and pose a challenge to the interventionist. Attention must be paid to lesion selection, preparation, scaffold sizing, deployment, and postdilation to achieve optimal outcomes. A detailed description of these issues and deployment techniques is offered based on experience using this BVS in below-the-knee arteries.CONCLUSION:
The Absorb BVS may have application in the infrapopliteal circulation; however, its unique properties warrant careful consideration before use in the lower limb.Palabras clave
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Arteria Poplítea
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Angioplastia de Balón
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Materiales Biocompatibles Revestidos
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Implantes Absorbibles
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Enfermedad Arterial Periférica
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J Endovasc Ther
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ANGIOLOGIA
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2017
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