Case Report
Use of the BYCROSS® Device for the Treatment of Stent Thrombosis as a Complication of Endovascular Treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 1, February 2025
Pages:
1-5
Received:
7 December 2024
Accepted:
22 December 2024
Published:
7 January 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcts.20251101.11
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Abstract: One of the main therapeutic options for the treatment of peripheral arterial disease is endovascular treatment, which has proven to be an effective and less invasive alternative to open surgery. This approach offers several advantages, such as faster recovery and a shorter hospital stay. However, it can also lead to complications, including restenosis and in-stent occlusion, which can compromise the effectiveness of the procedure and have a negative impact on patients' quality of life. Faced with this problem, innovative solutions have emerged, such as rotational atherectomy with the BYCROSS® device, which has positioned itself as a promising tool for the treatment of complex arterial lesions and in-stent thrombosis. This device allows controlled removal of obstructive material, optimizes blood flow and improves short- and long-term outcomes. In this case report, we present a patient with a history of peripheral arterial disease who developed in-stent thrombosis, a common but difficult complication associated with previous endovascular treatments. The patient was successfully treated with rotational atherectomy using the BYCROSS® device, achieving excellent angiographic and clinical results. Subsequently, a significant improvement in symptoms and quality of life was observed. This case highlights the importance of innovative technologies in current clinical practice and the need for a comprehensive and personalized approach in the treatment of vascular complications in patients with peripheral arterial disease.
Abstract: One of the main therapeutic options for the treatment of peripheral arterial disease is endovascular treatment, which has proven to be an effective and less invasive alternative to open surgery. This approach offers several advantages, such as faster recovery and a shorter hospital stay. However, it can also lead to complications, including resteno...
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Research Article
Prevalence of Hypertension in Outpatient Consultations in a Cardiology Department in West Africa in Dakar, Senegal According to "MY MEASURE MONTH"
Aliou Alassane Ngaide*,
Ngone Diaba Gaye,
Joseph Salvador Mingou,
Amadou Ndior,
Atoumane Faye,
Malick Bodian,
Alassane Mbaye,
Abdoul Kane
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 1, February 2025
Pages:
6-12
Received:
12 December 2024
Accepted:
27 December 2024
Published:
22 January 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijcts.20251101.12
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Abstract: Objectives: This study, conducted as part of the "My Measure Month" program in collaboration with the French Society of Hypertension, aimed to investigate the prevalence of hypertension, emphasize the importance of measuring blood pressure. Methodology: This was an observational and cross-sectional study conducted over one month in the outpatient department of a center specialized in hypertension management. The study included patients aged over 18 years. We examined hypertension data (duration, treatments, compliance) and cardiovascular risk factors. Blood pressure was measured. Three measurements were taken at one-minute intervals. In the bivariate analysis, a p-value ≤ 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The prevalence of hypertension was 45.6%. Hypertension was more frequent in women (54.2%), and the most represented age group was 50 to 70 years, with a prevalence exceeding 70% in patients over 70 years old. In our sample, 13% of patients not previously known to be hypertensive had elevated blood pressure readings. Successive measurements showed variations in hypertension grades, with a progressive decrease in patients with grade II and III hypertension. Among hypertensive patients, 93% had no coverage for their medications. Most patients were on pharmacological treatment, but a significant proportion remained uncontrolled (36.2%), especially those on dual therapy. Bivariate analysis showed that age ≥ 65 years, smoking, dyslipidemia and heart failure were significantly associated with hypertension. Conclusion: An integrated strategy for prevention, screening, and treatment is crucial to reduce the burden of hypertension in this population, improve the quality of life for hypertensive patients.
Abstract: Objectives: This study, conducted as part of the "My Measure Month" program in collaboration with the French Society of Hypertension, aimed to investigate the prevalence of hypertension, emphasize the importance of measuring blood pressure. Methodology: This was an observational and cross-sectional study conducted over one month in the outpatient d...
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Noelia Elías Montero
