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Semin intervent Radiol 2021; 38(04): 504-508
DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1735611
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Understanding the Basics of Commonly Used Wires in Interventional Radiology

Mithil B. Pandhi
1   Department of Radiology, University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System, Chicago, Illinois
,
Ravi Tyagi
1   Department of Radiology, University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System, Chicago, Illinois
,
Divya Surabhi
1   Department of Radiology, University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System, Chicago, Illinois
,
Ketan Y. Shah
1   Department of Radiology, University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System, Chicago, Illinois
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The interventional radiologist's (IR's) armamentarium consists of an array of wires, each with a unique set of design properties and functional characteristics that make the instrument suitable for a particular procedure. Operators select wires based on personal preferences generated through experience; however, an understanding of general principles is paramount for both trainees and seasoned IRs, as device properties can guide procedural planning and intraprocedural troubleshooting.



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