Abstract
Stepwise layered provisional stenting (PS) is the most commonly used strategy to treat coronary bifurcation lesions (CBL). The term "stepwise layered" emphasises the versatility of this approach that allows the adjustment of the procedure plan according to the CBL complexity, starting with stent implantation in one branch and implantation of a second stent in the other branch only when required. A series of refinements have been implemented over the years to facilitate the achievement of predictable procedural results using this approach. However, despite its simplicity and versatility, operators using this technique require full knowledge of the pitfalls of each procedural step. Part I of this 16th European Bifurcation Club consensus paper provides a detailed step-by-step overview of the pitfalls and technical troubleshooting during the implantation of the first stent using the PS strategy for the treatment of CBL.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | e362-e376 |
Journal | Eurointervention |
Volume | 18 |
Issue number | 5 |
Early online date | 15 May 2022 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | E-pub ahead of print - 15 May 2022 |
Bibliographical note
Funding Information:R. Albiero has received speaker fees from Medtronic, and Abbott. F. Burzotta has received speaker fees from Medtronic, Abiomed, Abbott, and Terumo. J.F. Lassen has received speaker fees from Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Biotronik, Abbott, and Biosensors. A.P. Banning declares institutional funding of a fellowship from Boston Scientific and has received speaker fees from Boston Scientific, Abbott, Medtronic, Philips/Volcano, and Miracor. T.W. Johnson has received speaker fees from Abbott, Boston Scientific, Medtronic, and Terumo and institutional funding for fellowships from Boston Scientific, and Terumo. D. Hildick-Smith has received ad board/consultancy/research funding from Terumo, Medtronic, Abbott, and Boston Scientific. M. Pan has received speaker fees from Abbott, Terumo, and Volcano. A. Chieffo has received speaker fees from Abiomed, and GADA. O. Darremont has received speaker fees from Edwards Lifesciences. Y.S. Chatzizisis has received speaker fees/consultancy/research funding from Boston Scientific, and Medtronic. G. Stankovic has received speaker fees from Medtronic, Abbott, Boston Scientific, and Terumo. T. Lefèvre has received speaker or proctorship fees from Abbott, Boston Scientific, Terumo, and Edwards Lifesciences. The other authors have no conflicts of interest to declare.
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