"Black hole" restenosis after sirolimus-eluting stent implantation

In several reports, the "black hole" (BH) phenomenon was reported as a homogeneous echolucent appearance by intravascular ultrasound. We discuss an experience with angioscopic and pathological assessment for the BH phenomenon.

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Veröffentlicht in:	The Journal of invasive cardiology 2008-08, Vol.20 (8), p.E253-E255
Hauptverfasser:	Shiratori, Yoshitaka, Oikawa, Yuji, Yajima, Junji
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Aged Angioscopy Coronary Restenosis - diagnosis Coronary Restenosis - diagnostic imaging Coronary Restenosis - therapy Drug-Eluting Stents - adverse effects Humans Immunosuppressive Agents Male Microscopy Reoperation Sirolimus Ultrasonography, Interventional
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Zusammenfassung:	In several reports, the "black hole" (BH) phenomenon was reported as a homogeneous echolucent appearance by intravascular ultrasound. We discuss an experience with angioscopic and pathological assessment for the BH phenomenon.
ISSN:	1557-2501