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The parallel sheath technique in severe iliac tortuosity: a simple and novel technique to improve catheter manoeuvrability

EuroIntervention 2014;10:231-235. DOI: 10.4244/EIJV10I2A37

Nicolaus Reifart, MD, PhD, FESC; Navid Sotoudeh, MD

Main Taunus Kliniken, Bad Soden, Germany

The most common approach for coronary or carotid catheterisation or intervention is via the groin1,2. However, in some elderly patients catheter manipulation via the femoral approach is barred by

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