Restenosis after percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty

Abstract

Restenosis after percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty was demonstrated in 61 (29% of 210 successfully treated patients. Mostly it occurred within 4 months after treatment and in arteries less than 3 mm in diameter. Careful clinical follow-up is therefore particularly important early after angioplasty of smaller arteries. Redilation can be performed without increased risk of restenosis. © 1992 Informa UK Ltd All rights reserved: reproduction in whole or part not permitted.