Percutaneous retrieval of a fractured coronary catheter: A case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Intravascular angiographic catheter fracture is an extremely rare but critical complication of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Conventional retrieval strategies (e.g., surgical intervention, snares) may prolong procedures and raise peri-procedural complication risks. Herein, we report a case of successful retrieval of a fractured catheter using an innovative technique.

Case presentation

A 59-year-old female with 7-year hypertension was admitted for 3-month recurrent exertional angina. Right radial coronary angiography was performed, during which a TIG catheter fractured ∼8 cm proximal to the ulnar-radial bifurcation in the right brachial artery. Initial attempts to retrieve it via a Runthrough NS guidewire failed.To retrieve the fragment, we sequentially

SUBMITTER: Tao C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12464681 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature