This paper provides an overview of the theoretical background and clinical applicability of fractional flow reserve in diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Literature review consolidates FFR knowledge; leaves open prospective trials to refine diagnostic applicability.
Pressure derived fractional flow reserve (FFR) is a well-validated index to assess functional significance of stenosis severity that has evolved from a physiological index to a clinical tool. The objective of this paper is to provide a short overview of the theoretical and physiological background of this physiological assessment technique and to focus on its clinical applicability in both diagnostic and interventional procedures.
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