Authors: C R Tapping I F Uri S Dixon M J Bratby S Anthony R Uberoi
Publish Date: 2011/12/16
Volume: 35, Issue: 5, Pages: 1221-1225
Abstract
We describe a case of successful recanalization of a longstanding right common iliac occlusion with a radiofrequency RF guidewire The patient had been symptomatic with claudication for 3 years and a preliminary attempt to cross the lesion using conventional techniques proved unsuccessful Using low and medium intensity RF pulses and a PowerWire a tract through the occlusion was established which allowed subsequent stenting with an excellent angiographic result and a good immediate clinical response We propose this as a useful technique in the peripheral arterial system for occlusive lesions not amenable to traditional recanalization techniques
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