Challenges associated with use of the GuideLiner catheter in percutaneous coronary interventions

J Invasive Cardiol. 2012 Jul;24(7):370-1.

Abstract

The GuideLiner catheter is an easy-to-use guide catheter extension that can facilitate vessel engagement and equipment delivery. We present two cases that illustrate two potential challenges associated with use of the GuideLiner catheter: (1) stent loss and deformation during attempts to advance it through the GuideLiner catheter collar; and (2) displacement of the GuideLiner catheter distal marker into a coronary artery. Awareness of these potential complications may render safer the use of this valuable interventional tool.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Cardiac Catheters / adverse effects*
  • Cardiac Catheters / classification*
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Occlusion / diagnostic imaging
  • Coronary Occlusion / therapy*
  • Equipment Failure
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Percutaneous Coronary Intervention / instrumentation*
  • Percutaneous Coronary Intervention / methods
  • Stents / adverse effects
  • Treatment Outcome