Why the study?
Does the FilterWire-Ex distal embolic protection device improve myocardial reperfusion and left ventricular function in patients undergoing primary PCI?
Does the FilterWire-Ex distal embolic protection device improve myocardial reperfusion and left ventricular function in patients undergoing primary PCI?
The use of a distal embolic protection device during primary PCI is feasible, safe, and improves surrogate markers of myocardial reperfusion and 30-day left ventricular function.
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May enhance surrogate reperfusion markers in primary PCI; leaves open effects on clinical outcomes.
Limbruno et al. (2003) studied this question.
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