This book provides a comprehensive up-to-date summary of drug-coated balloon (DCB) technology
and the role of DCBs in the treatment of coronary and peripheral arterial disease. In addition
to clear explanation of how DCBs works readers will find an enlightening analysis of the
mistakes and successes of the past decade and the emergence of the latest delivery systems
which combine a more deliverable device with much improved drug delivery to the vessel wall.
The full range of current applications of DCBs are reviewed in detail drawing on the latest
scientific evidence. Due attention is paid to newer devices with provision of technical
insights and documentation of the available clinical data. Ongoing research projects remaining
technical challenges likely future directions and reimbursement issues are also carefully
considered. This book will be a useful tool for any interventional cardiologist interventional
radiologist or vascular surgeon who wishes to acquire a deep knowledge of this technology and
its application in both coronary and peripheral interventions.
