A Cardiologia Intervencionista tem experimentado extraordinário avanço nos últimos anos,
sendo atualmente o método de revascularização do miocárdio mais empregado em todos …

Background—Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) has undergone rapid progress,
both in technology and adjunct therapy. However, documentation of long-term temporal …

Abstract Objectives: The American College of Cardiology (ACC) established the National
Cardiovascular Data Registry (ACC–NCDR) to provide a uniform and comprehensive …

Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a widely used therapy for coronary artery
disease (CAD), but it carries risks and complications. Adhering to evidence-based practice …

* Correspondencia. Coordinador: Prof. Sigmund Silber, MD, FACC, FESC, Kardiologische
Praxis und Praxisklinik, Am Isarkanal 36, 81379 München, Alemania. Tel.:+ 49 89 742 …

Background Over the past 20 years, percutaneous transluminal balloon coronary
angioplasty (PTCA), bare-metal stents (BMS), and drug-eluting stents (DES) succeeded …

Ideal for cardiologists, surgeons, and referring physicians who need a clinical guide to
interventional procedures, Textbook of Interventional Cardiology focuses on the latest …

Abstract Background: The Brazilian Public Health System (SUS) holds approximately 80% of
percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) in Brazil. Being aware of these data will enable to …

Over the last 35 years, there has been dramatic progress in the technology and applicability
of percutaneous techniques to treat obstructive coronary heart disease. Percutaneous …

Background—An American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association (ACC/AHA)
Task Force periodically revises and publishes guidelines with evidence-based …