Understanding and preventing the edge effect

J Interv Cardiol. 2003 Feb;16(1):1-7. doi: 10.1046/j.1540-8183.2003.08008.x.

Abstract

Edge stenosis, combining neointimal proliferation and negative remodeling, remains a serious limitation of vascular brachytherapy. This review comprehensively presents terminology, definitions, mechanisms, and treatment strategies to better understand the complexities of edge narrowing. The major contributors to this phenomenon are known; understanding the practical solutions will enable us to further minimize the problem of the edge effect.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Brachytherapy*
  • Graft Occlusion, Vascular / etiology
  • Graft Occlusion, Vascular / prevention & control*
  • Graft Occlusion, Vascular / radiotherapy*
  • Humans
  • Problem Solving
  • Radiotherapy Dosage