Stent fracture and collapse in a saphenous vein graft causing occlusive restenosis

J Invasive Cardiol. 2006 Apr;18(4):E137-9.

Abstract

We report a case of occlusion of a saphenous vein graft due to complete stent fracture. This was successfully managed percutaneously, with an excellent angiographic and clinical result.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Artery Bypass / adverse effects*
  • Coronary Disease / etiology*
  • Coronary Disease / therapy*
  • Coronary Restenosis / diagnostic imaging
  • Coronary Restenosis / etiology*
  • Equipment Failure
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Saphenous Vein / transplantation*
  • Stents / adverse effects*