Why the study?
Does the atherogenic index of plasma predict the complexity of CTO-PCI?
Does the atherogenic index of plasma predict the complexity of CTO-PCI?
An increased atherogenic index of plasma may serve as a novel predictor for the complexity of chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary interventions.
May warrant consideration in CTO-PCI risk assessment; leaves open prospective validation before clinical use.
This study demonstrates for the first time that an increased AIP may predict the complexity of CTO-PCI and additionally may help to improve planning and quality of CTO-PCI.
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