This article provides a practical review and step-by-step instructions for utilizing the retrograde approach in the treatment of coronary artery chronic total occlusions.
Offers step-by-step retrograde CTO PCI guidance; extends technical literature but leaves open outcome validation.
The retrograde approach has revolutionized the treatment of chronic total occlusions. Several retrograde techniques have recently been described. In this article, we present a practical review with step-by-step instructions on the indications for retrograde interventions, equipment and retrograde channel selection, and techniques for retrograde crossing and treatment of chronic total occlusions.
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