Alex C. Penn MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Jeffrey Chil-jek Sung MD, MBA, Abstract Co-Author: Stockholder, Pfizer Inc Stockholder, Gilead Sciences, Inc

To understand the indications, methods of use and factors which may affect technical success of the Crosser™ (Bard Peripheral Vascular, Tempe, AZ) high-frequency vibrational catheter for traversal of chronic total occlusions.    

A. Anatomy (Vascular anatomy and anatomy of occlusive lesions) B. Diagnostic Imaging (US, CTA, diagnostic angiography) C. Review of Indications, Contraindications D. Treatment (Use of the Crosser™ device for traversal of CTOs) E. Follow-up Management F. Outcomes (include complications)  

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Penn, A, Sung, J, Recanalization of Chronic Total Occlusions Using the Crosser™Vibrational Atherectomy Catheter.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14001646.html