This book focuses on the coronary bioresorbable scaffold, a new interventional treatment for coronary artery disease, differentiated from a permanent metallic stent. The book provides an overview of the technology including non-clinical studies and clinical evidences in order to help clinicians understand the appropriate application of the technology and the optimal techniques of implantation. It covers the basics of bioresorbable scaffolds; bench test results; preclinical studies; clinical evidences; and tips and tricks of implantation.
ISBN: | 9780367572839 |
Publication date: | 30th June 2020 |
Author: | Yoshinobu Onuma |
Publisher: | CRC Press an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
Format: | Paperback |
Pagination: | 533 pages |
Genres: |
Biomedical engineering Cardiovascular medicine |