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Atherectomy of a Coronary Artery

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  • Option 1
    Picture of a directional atherectomy

    A directional atherectomy device cuts away plaque, which is then collected in the tip of the device.

  • Option 2
    Picture of rotational cutting of plaque

    A rotational cutting device spins at a high speed and pulverizes plaque, which is then safely washed away in your bloodstream.

  • Option 3
    Picture of a transluminal extraction device in a blood vessel

    A transluminal extraction device cuts away plaque using tiny rotating blades. The loose plaque is sucked into a tube through a vacuum.

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Last Updated: May 10, 2010
Medical Review:
E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine

John A. McPherson, MD, FACC, FSCAI - Cardiology


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