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PTA versus Palmaz stent placement in femoropopliteal artery obstructions: a multicenter prospective randomized study.

Author: CejnaM, HornikK, HorvathW, IlliaschH, LammerJ, ThurnherS, WaldenbergerP

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Overview

Stent placement did not improve 1-year angiographic and clinical/hemodynamic success in patients with chronic symptoms of short femoropopliteal arterial lesions compared to percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA). The study involved 154 limbs from 141 patients with intermittent claudication or chronic critical limb ischemia. The primary success rate was significantly higher after stent placement, but the long-term benefits were not observed.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
PURPOSE: To evaluate if stent placement is superior to percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) in the treatment of chronic symptoms in short femoropopliteal arterial lesions. MATERIALS AND METHODS: One hundred fifty-four limbs in 141 patients who ranged in age from 39 to 87 years (mean age, 67 ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/s1051-0443(07)61397-9

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Comparing PTA and Stent Placement for Femoropopliteal Artery Obstructions

This study dives into the world of [vascular interventions] for [femoropopliteal artery obstructions], a common problem causing [peripheral artery disease]. It's like comparing two different routes for a camel caravan across the desert: [percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA)] and [stent placement]. The researchers wanted to see which route was more effective in treating [chronic symptoms] in [short femoropopliteal arterial lesions]. They used a [multicenter prospective randomized study] to compare these two approaches in [154 limbs] of [141 patients]. They found that [stent placement] had a [significantly higher primary success rate] compared to [PTA], but ultimately [1-year angiographic and clinical/hemodynamic success] were [not improved] by [stent placement].

So, Which Route is Better?

The results suggest that [stent placement] might have an initial advantage in [technical success], but long-term benefits are not yet clear. The researchers need more research to see if [stent placement] truly improves [long-term outcomes] for [femoropopliteal artery obstructions].

What Does This Mean for Me?

If you're facing [femoropopliteal artery obstructions], it's important to discuss all the options with your doctor. They can help you decide which route is best for your individual needs and consider factors like [lesion length], [run-off vessels], and [personal health goals].

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

Remember, the desert of [vascular disease] is vast and complex. Just like choosing the right route across the desert, choosing the right treatment for [femoropopliteal artery obstructions] is crucial. More research is needed to truly understand the long-term effects of [stent placement], but this study provides valuable insights into the [complexities of treating vascular disease].

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2001-05-17
  2. Date Revised 2019-09-06
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

11200349

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/s1051-0443(07)61397-9

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