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Research Article | Volume: 29 Issue 1 (Jan-Dec, 2024) | Pages 1 - 3
Intravascular Lithotripsy for Calcified Coronary Artery Lesions: A New Frontier
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Department of Cardiology, Cleveland Clinic, USA
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Received
March 1, 2024
Revised
April 17, 2024
Accepted
July 17, 2024
Published
Sept. 19, 2024
Abstract

The treatment of calcified coronary artery lesions remains a significant challenge in percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Heavy calcification often results in poor stent expansion, incomplete lesion preparation, and increased procedural complications. Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) is an innovative technology that uses sonic pressure waves to fracture calcified plaques, facilitating optimal stent deployment. This review explores the mechanism of IVL, clinical evidence, safety profile, and its potential role in modern PCI practice.

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