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10 Dec 2025

Other coronary interventions Calcified lesions

Cracking calcium in modern PCI

Sponsored by Boston Scientific

Anchorperson: H. Abdel-Hadi
Spokesperson: F. Sawaya
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Summary

Calcified coronary lesions are a major challenge in PCI. This PCRGulf-GIM 2025 session showcases a complex case with intravascular imaging, highlighting how IVUS 123 guides each step.

From planning the procedure and understanding calcium distribution, to lesion preparation with modern modification tools, and post-PCI assessment to confirm stent expansion and detect complications, this session demonstrates practical, imaging-driven strategies.

Learn how careful preparation and modern techniques improve outcomes in treating severe calcium, calcified nodules, and in-stent restenosis.

Learning Objectives

  • To review a challenging PCI case example using intravascular imaging
  • To review the principles of IVUS 123 guiding modern PCI
  • To discuss and review the different calcium modification tools and techniques, and how they fit in your everyday practice
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