Acute stent thrombosis visualized by intravascular ultrasound

J Invasive Cardiol. 2001 Jul;13(7):531-4.

Abstract

Subacute stent thrombosis is currently a rare but feared complication in patients undergoing coronary intervention. Intravascular ultrasound is a useful technique to guide stent implantation. However, its value in patients suffering from acute stent thrombosis has not been described. Herein, we present the intravascular ultrasound findings of a patient experiencing ongoing stent thrombosis and impending vessel closure.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Coronary Thrombosis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Coronary Thrombosis / etiology
  • Coronary Vessels / diagnostic imaging
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Stents / adverse effects*
  • Ultrasonography, Interventional / methods*