Coronary artery stents have proven a major breakthrough in the treatment of some types of coronary artery disease. Here are several articles that examine stents - when they should be used, and what some of their drawbacks may be.
Late Restenosis With Drug-Eluting Stents
Drug-eluting stents have taken the world of cardiology by storm. But how serious is the problem of late blockage of these stents?
Drug-Eluting Stents - Where We Stand
An update
When is Stenting Really Necessary?
Maybe not as often as many think.
The COURAGE Trial Places Stenting in Perspective
Medical therapy often provides equivalent outcomes to stents, according to new data.
