Coronary microvascular dysfunction in post-PCI target vessels: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prevalence and associated outcomes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Coronary microvascular dysfunction (CMD) in post-percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) target vessels is increasingly recognized as a critical determinant of adverse cardiovascular outcomes, yet its prevalence and prognostic implications remain poorly characterized. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine the prevalence of CMD in post-PCI target vessels and its associated clinical outcomes.

Methods

We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies using quantitative coronary physiological assessments to evaluate CMD in post-PCI target vessels. Databases (PubMed, Embase, Web of Science) were searched from inception to January 2025. The pooled Prevalence, multivariable-adjusted hazard ratio (HR) and 95% confidence

SUBMITTER: Li Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12358399 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature