Leaflet modification techniques: latest acronyms, concepts and best practice

Facilitators: S. C. C. Lam, T. Rogers, G. Tang

Discussants: M. Abdel-Wahab, D. Dvir, K. Poon

Summary

Gain comprehensive insights into leaflet modification techniques with a focus on the latest acronyms, concepts, and best practices. This session covers step-by-step approaches to transcatheter electrosurgical leaflet modification, including BASILICA, SHORTCUT, and UNICORN, alongside troubleshooting strategies and the innovative SURPLUS surgical technique.

Learning Objectives

To learn the basic concepts and step-by-step techniques for transcatheter electrosurgical leaflet modification
To know what the various ACRONYMs stand for and the materials needed for individual procedures
To understand the importance of best practices and technique selection in different clinical scenarios

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Welcome and session objectives
ACRONYMS in aortic leaflet modification: deep dive and demystification
BASILICA: best practice and step-by-step technique
SHORTCUT: best practice and step-by-step technique
UNICORN: best practice and step-by-step technique
Bench illustration on BASILICA, SHORTCUT and UNICORN techniques
When surgeons come to the rescue: the SURPLUS technique
Prepare for the worst: troubleshooting in bad and ugly cases
Session evaluation and key learnings

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Leaflet modification techniques: latest acronyms, concepts and best practice

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