Clinical impact of undersized- versus oversized-stenting approaches in ST-elevation myocardial infarction

Primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is the standard treatment in patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). However, some patients still develop ST re-elevation during PCI, resulting in further myocardial damage and a poor outcome. An undersized-stenting approach may prevent ST re-elevation. We aimed to determine the association between final stent area and ST re-elevation during primary PCI for STEMI.

Source: Cardiovascular Revascularization Medicine - April 14, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Sakura Nagumo, Kohei Wakabayashi, Miki Tsujiuchi, Chisato Sato, Takenori Yamauchi, Toshio Nakadate, Hiroshi Suzuki Source Type: research