title: Filters to prevent distal embolization during coronary artery stenting: the risk of mousetrap.
abstract: 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.
authors.affiliation: Invasive Cardiology Section, Cardiology Unit, Livorno Hospital, Livorno, Italy.
authors.forename: Ugo
authors.initials: U
authors.lastname: Limbruno
authors.forename: Alberto Genovesi
authors.initials: AG
authors.lastname: Ebert
authors.forename: Michele
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Galli
mesh_terms: 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