FilterWire Ex membrane tear from plaque burden.
Distal protection devices have reduced complications arising from distal embolization of atherosclerotic plaque. However, even while used as recommended, potential complications could arise. We report two cases in which the atherosclerotic plaque captured in the FilterWire EX tore through its filter membrane during the retrieval process.
Nguyen
Nhan
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Department of Cardiology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, New York 14642, USA.
Gudavalli
Anuradha
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Cove
Christopher
C
D000368:Aged; D001026:Coronary Artery Bypass; D023921:Coronary Stenosis / Q000628:therapy*; D004617:Embolism / Q000517:prevention & control*; D005374:Filtration / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006083:Graft Occlusion, Vascular / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012449:Safety