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From devices to mechanisms: Towards a structural approach to plaque preparation Cover

From devices to mechanisms: Towards a structural approach to plaque preparation

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|Sep 2026

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Figure 1

Schematic, imaging-guided algorithm for coronary calcium modification.

Figure 2

Dedicated treatment options for undilatable calcified coronary lesions following failure of non-compliant balloon dilatation. IVL : intravascular lithotripsy; NC : non-compliant balloon; OPN : ultra-high-pressure balloon (OPN NC®).

Figure 3

Main indications and available devices for coronary debulking techniques.

Figure 4

Structural framework for plaque transformation in calcified coronary lesions.

Figure 5

Evolution of devices for the treatment of calcified coronary lesions over the years

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/rjc-2026-0026 | Journal eISSN: 2734-6382 | Journal ISSN: 1220-658X
Language: English
Published on: Sep 19, 2026
Published by: Romanian Society of Cardiology
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 4 issues per year

© 2026 Pierre Chenard, Marouane Boukhriss, Alex Achim, Giuseppe Colletti, Silviu Dimitrascu, Daciana Popa, Tudor Cocoi, Mihai Cocoi, Marin Postu, Claudiu Ungureanu, published by Romanian Society of Cardiology
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