Complete Revascularization of Multiple Coronary CTOs in a Single Session Using Hydrodynamic Contrast Recanalization
HDR is a novel CTO crossing technique that uses contrast modulation beyond the boundary of the proximal cap to facilitate the passage of polymer-jacketed wires. Reported advantages of HDR include a faster crossing time and side branch preservation. Using HDR, we recanalized multiple CTOs in an elderly patient in under 3 h, achieving single-session complete revascularization that improved clinical outcomes and minimized repeat procedural risks. This case highlights the potential role of HDR as a safe and efficient adjunct to conventional CTO PCI techniques in achieving optimal outcomes.
Authors
- Salman Arain (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5810-4991)
- Shariq Shamim
- Thirugnanasambandam Thayumanavan
- Mangesh Kritya (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5508-5107)
- Vaibhav Sharma (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1471-354X)
- Akshat Sahai (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-5969-622X)
Institutions
- Houston Methodist (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions
- Published
- 2025-04-23
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/ccd.31552
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Coronary Interventions and Diagnostics
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.01