Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor antagonists in acute myocardial infarction and primary coronary stenting: Not always effective

Abstract

Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa antagonists have been shown to be effective in reducing thrombotic complications prior to highrisk coronary interventions. Some studies have reported improved coronary flow after abciximab in slow or no-reflow phenomenon. We report a case in which abciximab did not clear the thrombotic occlusion or restore artery flow. Further studies are needed into the refractory no-flow phenomenon. (Int J Cardiovasc Intervent 2000; 3: 241-243)

• No-REFLOW Phenomenon Abciximab Acute Mi Primary Angioplasty