Filters to prevent distal embolization during coronary artery stenting: the risk of mousetrap.
We describe a case of acute coronary syndrome treated with percutaneous intervention using a distal protection system that was complicated by filter entrapment into the stent struts. We discuss the advantages and concerns of distal protection and suggest some technical aspects to take into account when dealing with filter protection systems.
Limbruno
Ugo
U
Invasive Cardiology Section, Cardiology Unit, Livorno Hospital, Livorno, Italy.
Ebert
Alberto Genovesi
AG
Galli
Michele
M
D017023:Coronary Angiography; D003327:Coronary Disease / Q000517:prevention & control*; D003328:Coronary Thrombosis / Q000628:therapy*; D003331:Coronary Vessels / Q000601:surgery; D004617:Embolism / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006440:Hemofiltration / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D015607:Stents / Q000009:adverse effects*; D014656:Vascular Surgical Procedures