Bifurcation PCI: A Step-by-Step Approach
Presenter
J. Dawn Abbott, M.D., FSCAI, Rhode Island Hospital, Barrington, RI
J. Dawn Abbott, M.D., FSCAI, Rhode Island Hospital, Barrington, RI
Learning Objectives:
- Utilize optimal stenting technique for coronary bifurcation lesions
- Differentiate when to use provisional stenting and when to use 2-stent strategies; Anatomical considerations when selecting the optimal 2 stent strategy in LM and non LM bifurcations
- Describe key bifurcation techniques including provisional stenting, mini crush, culotte, DK crush and TAP; role of intravascular imaging for bifurcation stenting.
Keywords: Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) and Left Main and Bifurcation