17 May 2024
Calcified lesions: one big challenge; several good options
Session comprising selected EuroPCR 2024 Abstract submissions
Facilitators:
H. Routledge, R. Wolny
Discussants:
P. Lemos, M. Voskuil
Summary
This session delves into the management of calcified coronary lesions, presenting various techniques and tools to address this common challenge. It covers topics such as the use of drug-coated balloons, rotational atherectomy, intravascular lithotripsy, and high-pressure non-compliant balloons. The session also includes a meta-analysis on the clinical and angiographic outcomes of drug-eluting balloons in calcified lesions, as well as long-term follow-up data on the RotaShock technique.
