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Angiography
Findings in angiography reported from Fukui Cardiovascular Center
January 29th, 2007
New investigation results, "Three cases of iatrogenic coronary ostial stenosis after aortic valve replacement," are detailed in a study published in Circulation Journal. According to a study from Fukui, Japan, "Iatrogenic coronary ostial stenosis (ICOS) is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication of aortic valve replacement (AVR). This complication is usually diagnosed by angiography and treated with aortocoronary bypass surgery." "REPORTS: In the present 3 cases pre-operative coronary angiography confirmed normal coronary arteries and they underwent uncomplicated AVR. Coronary lesions were clinically manifest within 4 months after surgery, and repeat...
Source: Biotech Business Week (2007-01-29)
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