Summary

Stenting of the left main coronary artery can be technically challenging due to the different diameters of the proximal and distal vessel, presence of disease in the bifurcation of the artery and limitations of the currently available stents. This article discusses techniques for left main percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Achieving success with left main PCI is dependent on chosing proper patients, using appropriate techniques, and implanting the best type of stent for that particular patient.