Drug-eluting balloons: future potential indications and applications.
The drug-eluting balloon (DEB) is an exciting new technology that holds much promise. As an evolving technology undergoing intensive research, the device is being constantly refined and its numerous potential applications studied. Though initially created to fulfil specific needs in the coronary vasculature, there is great potential for its use in other vascular territories and structures including the management of valvular, congenital heart and neuro-interventional pathologies. In addition, the application of this device in conjunction with other existing technologies may enhance the clinical results.
Department of Cardiology, Sime Darby Medical Centre, Subang Jaya, Malaysia. ghchoo@yahoo.com
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