Journal of interventional cardiology

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J Interv Cardiol · Jun 2010

Editorial Comment

Bivalirudin for mechanical rotational atherectomy: the quest for better outcomes.

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J Interv Cardiol · Jun 2010

Comparative Study

Safety and efficacy of bivalirudin for percutaneous coronary intervention with rotational atherectomy.

Although bivalirudin use in percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) results in less bleeding compared to unfractionated heparin (UFH) use, its safety in patients undergoing rotational atherectomy (RA) is unknown. ⋯ Bivalirudin use seems to be as safe and effective as UFH in patients undergoing RA.

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