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Editorial
. 2015 Oct;86(4):632-3.
doi: 10.1002/ccd.26226.

Rotational atherectomy: A persistently relevant niche device

Nima Aghili  1 , Carey Kimmelstiel  1
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Editorial

Rotational atherectomy: A persistently relevant niche device

Nima Aghili et al. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv. 2015 Oct.

Abstract

Rotational atherectomy is effective and safe in selected complex calcified lesions. Despite an older population with more comorbidities, rotational atherectomy is not associated with worse clinical outcomes. Coronary interventionalists need to be well-trained in both the use of atherectomy techniques as well as how to manage potential complications.

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  • Utility of rotational atherectomy and outcomes over an eight-year period.
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