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Angioplasty associated to stenting has better results compared to angioplasty  without stenting concerning nonfatal acute myocardial infarction or need of a new revascularization procedure. But mortality is the same with or without stenting, due to the condition of the patient during the procedure ( unstable angina, hypertension etc…)

Source = Am J Cardiol 2002;90:112-118

 

 

Angioplasty (PTCA) which might improve outcome after acute MI better than thrombolytic therapy, stenting  is also better !

Source = N Engl J Med. 2002;346(13):957-966

 

 

Direct coronary artery stenting without balloon predilatation : as good as with predilation, shorter duration of procedure, less embolization, less use of contrast.

Source = American College of Cardiology, 51st Annual Scientific Session