22 May 2025
Procedural aspects of DCB PCI
Facilitators:
A. Colombo, R. Kornowski
Summary
Delve into procedural aspects of drug-coated balloon (DCB) PCI with a focus on lesion preparation, antiplatelet therapy, and outcomes in real-world settings. This session reviews the impact of pre-dilatation balloons on de novo lesions, compares ticagrelor versus clopidogrel post-PCI with drug-eluting balloons, and discusses streamlined revascularization strategies for high bleeding risk patients. Additionally, examine data on lesion characteristics, diabetes, IVUS use, and functionally guided DCB versus stent PCI outcomes.