Chandra S, Tiwari A, Chaudhary G, Yadav R. Guide catheter extension systems: Hype or a need?
Indian Heart J 2021;
73:535-538. [PMID:
34627564 PMCID:
PMC8514394 DOI:
10.1016/j.ihj.2021.09.011]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2021] [Accepted: 09/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
Abstract
Guide catheter extension system (GCES) is a valuable tool for interventional cardiologists, especially in complex cases. GCES increases guide back-up support and is crucial in complex PCI procedures, particularly in cases of severe calcification and tortuosity. Apart from their primary use to increase back-up support of guide by providing coaxial alignment, deep intubation and facilitation of stent delivery, GCES are now being increasingly used in different clinical indications including complex and high-risk coronary intervention interventions.
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