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Distal LM: a bifurcation lesion like others – con
European Bifurcation Club 2006 – EBC 2006 – Rome, Italy
Distal left main a different bifurcation lesion?
Distal LM: a bifurcation lesion like others – con
Author: Antonio Colombo, MD, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
CONCLUSION
- LMCA bifurcation lesions are different from other bifurcations.
- PCI on bifurcational LM is technically more complex, more often requires 2 stents and should be performed electively by experienced interventional operators in high-volume institutions.
- Outcome differently impact on patient prognosis