Twelve-month clinical results from the new cobalt-chromium sirolimus-eluting dedicated bifurcation stent BiOSS LIM C Registry

The bifurcation optimization stent system (BiOSS) LIM (Balton, Warsaw, Poland) stent is a dedicated coronary bifurcation stent. Its unique construction is developed in accordance with the anatomy of the coronary bifurcations, thus eliminating the carina displacement as a mechanism of side branch ostium compromise. Since its development in 2008, the BiOSS stent underwent several changes with the latest version created of sirolimus eluting cobalt-chromium stent. Results from registries and randomized clinical trials showed that implantation of the BiOSS stent is safe and effective with comparable results for major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) and target lesion revascularisation rates between the BiOSS and regular drug-eluting stent groups. This stent provides alternative for coronary bifurcation treatment, especially when there is a large difference in diameter between the main vessel and the main branch.

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First report on long-term clinical results after treatment of coronary bifurcation lesions with the Tryton dedicated bifurcation stent

Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions ◽

10.1002/ccd.25350 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 84 (5) ◽

pp. 759-765 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Maik J. Grundeken ◽

Robin P. Kraak ◽

Jan Baan ◽

E. Karin Arkenbout ◽

Jan J. Piek ◽

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Keyword(s):

Clinical Results ◽

Coronary Bifurcation ◽

First Report ◽

Coronary Bifurcation Lesions ◽

Bifurcation Stent ◽

Bifurcation Lesions

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Three-year clinical results of the Axxess Biolimus A9 eluting bifurcation stent system: the DIVERGE study

EuroIntervention ◽

10.4244/eijv9i5a93 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 9 (5) ◽

pp. 573-581 ◽

Cited By ~ 22

Author(s):

Ian Buysschaert ◽

Christophe L. Dubois ◽

Joseph Dens ◽

John Ormiston ◽

Stephen Worthley ◽

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Keyword(s):

Clinical Results ◽

Stent System ◽

Bifurcation Stent ◽

Biolimus A9

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Ceramic Total Knee Arthroplasty: Ready to Go?

Joints ◽

10.1055/s-0037-1607428 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 05 (04) ◽

pp. 224-228 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

G. Solarino ◽

C. Piconi ◽

V. De Santis ◽

A. Piazzolla ◽

B. Moretti

Keyword(s):

Total Knee Arthroplasty ◽

Knee Arthroplasty ◽

Clinical Results ◽

Ceramic Composites ◽

Long Term Results ◽

Chromium Alloy ◽

Cobalt Chromium ◽

Ceramic Components ◽

Biologic Response ◽

Total Knee

AbstractTotal knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a well-established surgical procedure in the late stages of knee osteoarthritis. Nevertheless, this procedure is associated with a percentage of unsatisfactory results and biomechanical failures, with aseptic loosening being the most common cause of revision. Beside these problems, cutaneous and systemic hypersensitivity reactions to metals have arisen as an increasing concern after joint arthroplasties, even if allergies against implant materials are still a quite rare and not well-known problem. Ceramic composites have been recently used in prosthetic components, showing minimum wear and excellent long-term results in total hip replacement, due to their high resistance to scratching and their better wettability with respect to cobalt–chromium alloy. Furthermore, the biologic response to debris generated from these bearings is less aggressive. Knee joint simulator tests and clinical results demonstrate promising results of TKAs with ceramic components that should led to benefit for the patients.

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Ceramic-On-Ceramic Implants in Total Hip Arthroplasty

Key Engineering Materials ◽

10.4028/www.scientific.net/kem.284-286.1003 ◽

2005 ◽

Vol 284-286 ◽

pp. 1003-1006

Author(s):

Clifford W. Colwell ◽

J.A. D'Antonio ◽

W.N. Capello ◽

M.E. Hardwick

Keyword(s):

Ceramic Materials ◽

Clinical Results ◽

Alumina Ceramic ◽

Harris Hip Score ◽

X Rays ◽

Cobalt Chromium ◽

Ceramic Implants ◽

Receive System ◽

Clinical And Radiological Results ◽

Ceramic On Ceramic

Alumina ceramic is an excellent material for biologic implantation. Decreased particulate wear debris should increase implant longevity. The purpose of this study is to examine clinical and radiological results of ceramic-on-ceramic hip implants compared to cobalt chrome on polyethylene. Four cementless systems were compared, three alumina-on-alumina bearing systems: System I, porous coated cup; System II, hydroxyapatite-coated cup; Trident system, hydroxyapatite-coated cup with metal sleeve backing on ceramic cup liner; and System III (control), porous-coated cup with polyethylene and cobalt chromium bearing system. Patients were randomized to receive System I, II, or III. Trident patients were not randomized. Examinations are performed at 6 months, 1 year and yearly thereafter including x-rays, clinical exam and Harris Hip Score (HHS). Minimum 24-month followup was performed in 562 ceramic hips and 154 control hips. Age, height, weight, gender and diagnosis were similar in all groups. HHS was rated good/excellent by 95 percent of ceramic hips and 97 percent of control hips. Radiographic results demonstrated radiolucency in Femoral Gruen Zone 1 in 3.8 percent (18/474) of ceramic hips and in 8 percent (10/128) of control hips. Unstable acetabular components were reported in none of ceramic hips and in 3.2 percent (5/154) of control hips. Revision was performed in 7 (1.2 percent) ceramic hips, none due to failure of ceramic materials, and in 9 (5.8 percent) control hips. Alumina ceramic materials show promise, but continued evaluation of long-term clinical results is needed.

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