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  • Title: Use of corticosteroids in the treatment of cholesterol crystal embolization after percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty and stent placement.
    Author: Venzon RP, Bromet DS, Schaer GL.
    Journal: J Invasive Cardiol; 2004 Apr; 16(4):222-3. PubMed ID: 15152153.
    Abstract:
    Cholesterol crystal embolization is a rare but recognized complication of cardiac catheterization. While management has traditionally been supportive only, we demonstrate the successful use of corticosteroids in treatment of a patient with cholesterol crystal embolization to the distal extremity.
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