| Title |
Millis and Venkatesan MSRS_2023 |
| Alternative Title |
Strategies for Retrieving Embolized Coronary Stents During Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: A Methodological Exploration |
| Creator |
Millis, Sydney; Venkatesan, Pavankumar |
| Collection Name |
Master of Radiologic Sciences |
| Description |
This qualitative study includes a systematic review of 12 case studies exploring the various methods of retrieving embolized or lost stents. |
| Abstract |
Over the years, the occurrence of coronary stent embolization has significantly decreased making it a rarity. However, it still occurs and research must be conducted to determine the optimal retrieval and treatment techniques. This qualitative study includes a systematic review of 12 case studies exploring the various methods of retrieving embolized or lost stents. Out of the 12 case studies, 10 were male and 2 were female. The majority of participants were over the age of 50 with most of them undergoing elective PCI. The most common and successful retrieval technique used was the snare technique, followed by the crushing technique, which has been emerging. Stent loss was most common in the right coronary artery, followed by the circumflex artery. Additional investigation should be conducted to examine the relative efficacy of different methods, which could result in the creation of standardized processes or standards for particular situations. Quality assurance methods should also be considered to evaluate stent retrieval processes and help achieve optimal patient outcomes. This can involve regular assessments of cases, results, and adherence to set procedures to guarantee that best practices are always followed. Because stent embolization is a rare occurrence with new stent technology, stent retrieval techniques are not often well studied or discussed. Physicians may lack awareness of the wide range of techniques available. Further education and awareness on the various options for embolized stent retrieval and treatment are imperative for positive patient outcomes. |
| Subject |
Medicine; Patient monitoring; Surgery |
| Digital Publisher |
Stewart Library, Weber State University, Ogden, Utah, United States of America |
| Date |
2023 |
| Medium |
Thesis |
| Type |
Text |
| Access Extent |
878 KB; 43 page pdf |
| Rights |
The author has granted Weber State University Archives a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to reproduce his or her theses, in whole or in part, in electronic or paper form and to make it available to the general public at no charge. The author retains all other rights. |
| Source |
University Archives Electronic Records: Master of Education. Stewart Library, Weber State University |
| Format |
application/pdf |
| ARK |
ark:/87278/s6k55xd4 |
| Setname |
wsu_smt |
| ID |
142810 |
| Reference URL |
https://digital.weber.edu/ark:/87278/s6k55xd4 |
