Publications by authors named "Max W Maffey"
Interv Cardiol
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- Coronary calcification poses challenges during percutaneous coronary interventions (PCIs) and can lead to poorer patient outcomes.
- Several balloon-assisted techniques are available to effectively prepare calcified lesions before stenting, which is essential for successful procedures.
- This mini-review discusses various balloon types used for lesion preparation, including non-compliant balloons, cutting balloons, scoring balloons, and intravascular lithotripsy.
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