Modern endovascular modalities for the treatment of challenging peripheral arterial disease. How can we treat better calcified lesions?

The present book summarizes in a physician-friendly way the characteristics and relevant related scientific evidence on the currently available and established tools for the treatment of femoropopliteal arterial disease focusing on the calcification burden. The authors begin describing the intravascular ultrasound and CO52 angiography as alternative diagnostic tools, to then analyse different atherectomy devices and other plaque modifying modalities, to later review the plethora of available angioplasty and stent devices, finalizing with useful treatment algorithms. The content aims to update the specialized physicians and trainees intending to enhance the every-day clinical practice.