Technical strategies and directional shaping of microcatheters
| Superior (n = 28) | Medial (n = 14) | Inferior (n = 1) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technique | |||
| Single microcatheter | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Multiple microcatheter | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Balloon remodeling | 15 | 7 | 0 |
| Stent protection | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Microcatheter shape | |||
| Steam-shaped S | 19 | 2 | 0 |
| Straight | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Steam-shaped pigtail | 3 | 10 | 1 |
| Preshaped 45° or 90° | 1 | 2 | 0 |