Utility of intravascular ultrasound in the diagnosis of ambiguous calcific left main stenoses
Teo, K.S.L.; Roberts-Thomson, K.; Worthley, S.G.
Journal of Invasive Cardiology 16(7): 385
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 1042-3931 PMID: 15282434 Document Number: 568411
Advances in coronary angiographic imaging have been recently realized with the advent of so-called flat panel technology. However, some of the limitations of coronary angiography, including the so-called pseudo-thrombus appearance of focal highly calcific coronary artery lesions remain. This case highlights the utility of intravascular ultrasound in determining the pathobiology of coronary artery lesions in select cases.