Transmyocardial Laser Revascularization as Sole Reoperative Therapy following Late Anginal Recurrence: Case Report
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https://doi.org/10.1532/HSF98.20041155Abstract
A case of recurrent angina 3 years following sole therapy transmyocardial laser revascularization (TMR) is described. Repeat sole therapy TMR with the Holmium:YAG system was performed and resulted in complete and immediate angina relief. Repeat TMR should be considered in patients with angina recurrence who underwent primary TMR.References
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