Recognition and Management of Incomplete Stent Expansion Facilitated by StentBoost and Guideliner Tools

Suboptimal or incomplete coronary stent expansion is associated with increased restenosis rate and target vessel revascularization. Stent visualisation with plain fluoroscopy has become challenging due to reduction of stent strut thickness. Inability of stent or balloon delivery is a frequent cause of procedural failures in percutaneous coronary interventions. This case report highlights the role of a novel stent enhancing technique, StentBoost, in recognition and management of incomplete stent expansion and of the Guideliner catheter, which is an essential assist device in complex and challenging coronary interventions, especially via the radial access

Electrocardiographic Changes in a Patient With Pulmonary Embolism and Septic Shock

Various electrocardiography (ECG) abnormalities have been reported in patients who present with pulmonary embolism (PE). Severe sepsis is also associated with ECG changes that may mimic ST elevation myocardial infarction. We report a case of an elderly patient with PE and septic shock associated with striking ECG changes

[Case Report] Stress induced (Takotsubo) cardiomyopathy triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic

Stress induced (Takotsubo) cardiomyopathy (TC) represents an acute heart failure syndrome triggered by physical or emotional stressors. COVID-19 pandemic has caused an unprecedented health crisis resulting in fear, distress and anxiety, with emerging cardiovascular implications. COVID-19 related stress can act as potential trigger for TC. We present a case of an elderly female who developed TC due to stress surrounding COVID-19