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Editorial
. 2021 Sep-Oct;73(5):535-538.
doi: 10.1016/j.ihj.2021.09.011. Epub 2021 Sep 16.

Guide catheter extension systems: Hype or a need?

Sharad Chandra  1 , Ashish Tiwari  1 , Gaurav Chaudhary  2 , Rakesh Yadav  3
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Editorial

Guide catheter extension systems: Hype or a need?

Sharad Chandra et al. Indian Heart J. 2021 Sep-Oct.

Abstract

Guide catheter extension system (GCES) is a valuable tool for interventional cardiologists, especially in complex cases. GCES increases guide back-up support and is crucial in complex PCI procedures, particularly in cases of severe calcification and tortuosity. Apart from their primary use to increase back-up support of guide by providing coaxial alignment, deep intubation and facilitation of stent delivery, GCES are now being increasingly used in different clinical indications including complex and high-risk coronary intervention interventions.

Keywords: Complex PCI; Coronary artery disease; Guide catheter extension system.

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