21 May 2026
Pharmacology without borders, from coronary artherostenosis to radial artery
Summary
This session delves into the expansive role of pharmacology in interventional cardiology, addressing topics ranging from coronary atherostenosis to radial artery management. Key discussions include the real-world efficacy and safety of intravenous cangrelor-assisted PCI in chronic coronary syndromes, comparative analysis of intra-arterial verapamil versus placebo for preventing radial artery spasm, and evaluation of standard versus low-intensity antiplatelet therapy in conservatively managed spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD). Additionally, the session explores pharmacological cocktails aimed at reducing radial spasm and complications during percutaneous interventions, alongside insights from the GLICINE registry on GLIflozins in preventing contrast-associated nephropathy.