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100 terms total — 2 showing — Last updated 26 Oct 2026

chronic total occlusion CTO

Professional Technical IVT

A completely blocked coronary artery that has been occluded for more than three months.

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aorto-ostial lesion

Professional Technical IVT

A coronary stenosis located at the junction of a coronary artery with the aorta, requiring specialized intervention tech...

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ostial lesion

Intermediate Technical IVT

Coronary stenosis located at the origin or opening of a vessel, requiring specialized intervention techniques.

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