New evidence for treatment of calcified coronary artery disease

Anchorperson: M. Abdel-Wahab
Spokesperson: A. Low
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Summary

Explore the latest randomized trials and studies advancing the treatment of calcified coronary artery disease. This session covers cutting balloon use, lithotripsy versus conventional preparation, and one-year outcomes comparing rotational atherectomy, lithotripsy, and laser. Also highlighted is the EMPOWER CAD study focusing on women treated with intravascular lithotripsy, offering new insights for optimized care.

Presentations available when logged in:

  • A prospective, multicentre,randomised trial of cutting balloon for the treatment of calcified lesion
  • Randomised comparison of lithotripsy vs. conventional preparation in severely calcified lesions (BALI)
  • Rotational atherectomy, lithotripsy or laser for calcified coronary stenosis. One-year outcomes
  • The EMPOWER CAD study: women with calcified coronary arteries treated with intravascular lithotripsy