Olbert dilatation catheter system: complication due to inexpert handling

A complication of inexpert handling of the Olbert catheter system is presented. The balloon was inflated while the clamp at the proximal end of the catheter was closed. This resulted in kinking of the distal end of the catheter within the balloon. Difficulty in catheter removal resulted but was over...

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Published in:Cardiovascular and interventional radiology 1987-01, Vol.10 (3), p.168-170
Main Authors: Grabenwöger, F, Dock, W, Pinterits, F
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Angioplasty, Balloon - adverse effects
Angioplasty, Balloon - instrumentation
Catheterization - adverse effects
Humans
Male
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Summary:A complication of inexpert handling of the Olbert catheter system is presented. The balloon was inflated while the clamp at the proximal end of the catheter was closed. This resulted in kinking of the distal end of the catheter within the balloon. Difficulty in catheter removal resulted but was overcome by an improvised coaxial sheath technique.
ISSN:0174-1551
1432-086X
DOI:10.1007/BF02577995