Key result
Non-compliant balloon dilatation effectively manages longitudinal distortion of a Promus Element stent.
Why the study?
Alterations in coronary stent design to improve flexibility and deliverability may adversely affect axial strength, leading to longitudinal stent deformation.
Case Report (n=1)
Highlights the risk of longitudinal stent deformation with newer stent platforms designed for better deliverability, and its successful management with non-compliant balloon dilatation.
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Longitudinal stent deformation may still occur with modern platforms; this case report leaves open broader prevention and management strategies.
Janakiraman et al. (2012) conducted a case report in mid left anterior descending artery stenosis (n=1). 2.75 × 16 mm Promus Element stent was evaluated on longitudinal stent deformation. A 2.75 × 16 mm Promus Element stent underwent longitudinal distortion during post-stent balloon dilatation, which was effectively managed with further dilatation using a non-compliant balloon.
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