Journal of Interventional and General Cardiology

Department of Cardiology, University of São Paulo, Brazil

Publications

• Perspective   
  Outcomes of Chronic Total Occlusion Revascularization Using the Retrograde Approach: A Decade of Experience
  Author(s): Beatriz Souza*
  
  Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) of coronary arteries is a challenging and complex condition in interventional cardiology. CTO refers to a coronary artery obstruction that has persisted for more than 3 months, resulting in a complete blockage of blood flow. CTOs are commonly seen in patients with long-standing coronary artery disease and are associated with a higher risk of adverse clinical outcomes, including heart failure, angina, and recurrent myocardial infarction. Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) is the preferred treatment for CTOs, but the procedure is technically demanding and can be associated with lower success rates and higher complication risks compared to other coronary interventions. .. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2684-4591.2024.8.277

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