A solution to the problem of an unexpanded Palmaz-Schatz stent following balloon rupture.
The Palmaz-Schatz stent is a balloon expandable stent. Although easy to deploy, problems can occur. One problem is balloon rupture resulting in a partially expanded stent, which can be difficult to expand fully. This report illustrates how a Probing catheter and balloon can solve this potentially serious problem.
Pitney
M R
MR
Department of Cardiology, Royal Perth Hospital, Australia.
Cumpston
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D000368:Aged; D000787:Angina Pectoris / Q000628:therapy; D015906:Angioplasty, Balloon, Coronary / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003331:Coronary Vessels; D004868:Equipment Failure; D006083:Graft Occlusion, Vascular / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D015607:Stents