Novel Use of Radiofrequency Guidewire in Leaflet Modification

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Authors

Ryan Cooney · Ascension

Sneha Vakamudi · Seton Medical Center Austin

Grimm JC · Seton Medical Center Austin

Jose Condado · Baylor Scott & White Health

Mark J. Pirwitz · Seton Medical Center Austin

Mark Gajjar · Seton Medical Center Austin

Abstract

The use of the Baylis PowerWire Pro guidewire for leaflet modification is a novel technique that has potential advantages over the commonly used Asahi Astato wire, including fewer equipment exchanges, added support for catheter delivery, and increased push ability for easier leaflet traversal.

Topics & Keywords

Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis Diagnosis and Treatment of Venous Diseases Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Affordable and clean energy

Publication Details

Published in: JACC Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.jaccas.2026.106921

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