First Validation of the “Bite‐In” Technique for Retrograde Chronic Total Occlusion Revascularization

Key Points

• The study aims to validate the bite-in technique for revascularization in chronic total occlusion cases.
• Utilized the bite-in technique in a retrograde approach to address chronic total occlusions.
• Compared the short-term performance of the bite-in technique with the traditional tip-in approach.
• Identified the need for larger multicenter studies for further evaluation.
• The bite-in technique proved to be feasible and safe.
• Short-term outcomes were acceptable, but further long-term efficacy data are needed.
• Comparison to the tip-in approach indicates potential advantages.