Retrograde Wiring of Collateral Channels of the Heart in Chronic Total Occlusions: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Safety, Feasibility, and Incremental Value in Achieving Revascularization

Conclusion:
Successful retrograde wiring of collateral channels in selected patients undertaken by "CTO dedicated" operators can significantly enhance the chances of revascularization of complex CTOs with a low risk of acute serious complications. Septal perforator channels are significantly more likely to be successfully retrogradely wired compared to epicardial vessels when either is selected, by reference to their anatomical suitability by the operator, as a route of access.

Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Khand, A., Patel, B., Palmer, N., Jones, J., Andron, M., Perry, R., Mehrotra, S., Mitsudo, K. Tags: Revascularization Source Type: research