IVUS, OCT, or Angiography as Guidance for PCI in Complex Coronary Artery Lesions

Pedro E.P. Carvalho, MD, Vanio L.J. Antunes, Vinicius Bittar de Pontes, Wilton Francisco Gomes, MD, Beatriz Polachini Assunes Goncalves, Adriano Caixeta, MD, PhD, Dimitrios Strepkos, MD, Michaella Alexandrou, MD, Deniz Mutlu, MD, C. Michael Gibson, MD,

The research presents a network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials that compares the effectiveness of different guidance methods for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in complex coronary artery lesions. It highlights the advantages of intravascular imaging techniques over traditional angiography in reducing cardiovascular events. The study systematically reviews data from multiple databases to provide insights into the outcomes associated with these imaging modalities, emphasizing the importance of precise lesion assessment and stent optimization in improving patient outcomes.