Abstract
In this case report, we describe the use of coronary techniques and devices in the treatment of a complex popliteal artery bifurcation. In particular, we demonstrate that the Venture wire control catheter is a useful tool not only in coronary lesions but also in wiring angulated peripheral lesions.
(c) 2008 Wiley-Liss, Inc.
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Angioplasty, Balloon* / instrumentation
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Angioplasty, Balloon* / methods
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Angioplasty, Balloon, Coronary* / instrumentation
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Angioplasty, Balloon, Coronary* / methods
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Arterial Occlusive Diseases / complications
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Arterial Occlusive Diseases / diagnostic imaging
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Arterial Occlusive Diseases / therapy*
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Constriction, Pathologic
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Femoral Artery / diagnostic imaging
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Humans
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Iliac Artery / diagnostic imaging
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Intermittent Claudication / etiology
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Intermittent Claudication / therapy
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Leg / blood supply*
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Male
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Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors / therapeutic use
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Popliteal Artery* / diagnostic imaging
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Prosthesis Design
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Radiography
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Severity of Illness Index
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Stents*
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Treatment Outcome
Substances
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Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors