A rapidly growing coronary pseudoaneurysm
Abstract Little is known regarding the evolution of coronary aneurysms. We report on a rapidly growing coronary pseudoaneurysm with the aim to underline the reasons for rapid coronary aneurysm enlargement…
Transaortic valve implantation with the direct flow medical valve in an emergency situation of post-valvuloplasty severe aortic regurgitation
Abstract New technology advances in transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) promise to improve outcomes and usability. The next generation Direct Flow Medical (DFM) valve is a non metallic, repositionable and…
Extrinsic compression of the left main coronary artery by a contained aortic annular rupture following trans-catheter aortic valve implantation
Abstract We present a case of an 83-year-old female who suffered from annular rupture with contained hematoma immediately after trans-apical implantation of balloon-expandable Sapien valve. The patient developed acute cardiogenic…
The fluoro-less and contrast-less peripheral endovascular intervention: a concept for the future today
Abstract Introduction Percutaneous endovascular revascularization requires fluoroscopic guidance and radiopaque contrast use. This approach becomes problematic, especially in patients with advanced renal disease or allergies to iodinated contrast medium. The…
Reversal of pulmonary hypertension after percutaneous closure of congenital renal arteriovenous fistula in a 74-year old woman
Abstract We report the case of a large right renal arteriovenous fistula (AVF) in a 74-year old woman who presented with heart failure. Transthoracic echocardiography revealed normal left ventricular size…
Coronary artery fistulas as a cause of angina: How to manage these patients?
Abstract Coronary artery fistulas represent the most common hemodynamically significant congenital defect of the coronary arteries and the clinical presentation is mainly dependent on the severity of the left-to-right shunt….
Role of near-infrared spectroscopy in intravascular coronary imaging
Abstract Near-infrared spectroscopy is an intracoronary imaging modality that has been validated in preclinical and clinical studies to help quantify the lipid content of the coronary plaque and provide information…
High-speed rotational atherectomy of the left main coronary artery: a single-center experience in 50 high-risk patients
Abstract Background Certain patients with complex calcified left main (LM) disease have a prohibitive risk for bypass surgery. Rotational atherectomy (RA) prior to stent implantation is an option for this…
Percutaneous endovascular treatment of peripheral arterial disease in Germany
Abstract Purpose The general distribution of balloon angioplasty, stenting and other endovascular interventions in treating peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is unclear. Methods and results We used national statistics (DRG statistics)…
Cardiac rehabilitation improves the ischemic burden in patients with ischemic heart disease who are not suitable for revascularization
Abstract Background Ischemic heart diseases including stable angina & acute events, represent a huge burden on both the individual & the society and represent an important source of disability. Aim…
