Adel Aminian
Latest contributions
When atrial septal closure gets complex
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session explores the complexities that arise when atrial septal closure procedures become challenging. It covers hybrid retrieval techniques for occluder devices, management of device-related complications mimicking infection, resolution of uncommon complications, and case studies including cryptogenic stroke management in athletes, highlighting procedural intricacies and solutions.
When to best combine guided-directed medical therapy and devices at discharge of acute heart failure
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the challenges and strategies in optimizing guided-directed medical therapy for acute heart failure patients, especially those intolerant to up-titration. It also covers the assessment and timing for cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT), highlighting the benefits of combining medical therapy and device implantation to improve...
Optimising bifurcation PCI: learning from randomised controlled trials
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into optimizing bifurcation PCI by examining contemporary European practices and outcomes from multiple randomized controlled trials. Key topics include multivessel TALENT trial results, 30-day outcomes of left main PCI with sirolimus-eluting stents from the NAGOMI COMPLEX study, comparative insights from the CROSS-LCX Registry...
How to become a CHAMPION in LAA closure
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session reviews the latest CHAMPION AF trial data and its implications for left atrial appendage (LAA) closure in patients with atrial fibrillation.
It explores how emerging evidence may influence clinical practice and patient selection, and how LAA closure could evolve across different atrial fibrillation populations.
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How to prevent and manage complex and complicated LAA closure cases?
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Designed to enhance procedural success in transcatheter left atrial appendage closure, this session addresses identification of complex anatomies, management of intraprocedural challenges, and strategies to prevent and handle complications, illustrated by practical case examples and expert evaluations.
Distal radial access
03 Feb 2026
Distal radial access has rapidly evolved from an alternative technique to a valuable strategy for preserving radial patency while improving patient comfort and access-site safety.
This My Toolkit article provides a practical, problem-solving approach to understanding distal radial anatomy, overcoming technical challenges, and integrating ultrasound guidance to...
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Mastering simple and complex LAA closure: a step-by-step case-based approach
16 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
This case-based session offers a comprehensive approach to mastering left atrial appendage (LAA) closure, emphasizing the critical role of imaging from pre-procedural planning through execution. It covers patient selection, procedural strategies from experienced operators, device selection tailored to anatomy, and nuanced decision-making during challenging device releases...
Combined LAA closure and transcatheter mitral valve repair - LIVE Case
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
An 82-year-old male patient with a history of PM (pacemaker) implantation in 2024, and ischaemic cardiomyopathy presented with symptomatic heart failure due to severe secondary mitral regurgitation and impaired LV function (EF 40 %). He also presented with recurrent gastro-intestinal bleeding while on DOAC for atrial...
Broadening OPTIONs for LAA closure: innovations and outcomes
20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Explore the latest insights into LAA closure from EuroPCR 2025. This session highlights results from the OPTION trial—the largest RCT comparing LAAC (with Watchman FLX) to DOAC therapy in AF patients undergoing ablation. The findings? Comparable stroke prevention at 3 years, with a 56 % reduction...
Navigating LAA closure in retrobend chicken-wing anatomy
07 Mar 2025
A 76-year-old female patient with a history of atrial fibrillation and contraindication to long-term anticoagulation presents for left atrial appendage closure. However, preprocedural imaging reveals a challenging retrobend chicken-wing morphology. What is the best technique to optimize positioning and ensure safe, effective closure in this scenario?
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LAA occlusion in reverse chicken-wing
04 Nov 2024
Discover the case of an 82-year-old female with cardiovascular risk factors including hypertension and diabetes (managed with oral antidiabetics), permanent non-valvular atrial fibrillation, who presented with recurrent episodes of epistaxis while on anticoagulants...
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Management of LAA closure complications
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session explores the various complications that can arise during left atrial appendage (LAA) closure procedures, including pericardial effusion, device embolisation, and procedural strokes. Learn how to identify risk factors, prevent these complications, and effectively manage them through case-based discussions and expert guidance.
Is this patient a good candidate for Left Atrial Appendage Closure? An interactive rapid-fire discussion
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This interactive session focuses on selecting good candidates for left atrial appendage (LAA) closure procedures. It covers the key clinical elements driving the indication for LAA closure and the technical elements that make a case complex. Through a series of case presentations and discussions, the session...
Percutaneous LAA closure 2.0
17 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
In these slides, delve into advanced Percutaneous LAA Closure 2.0. Optimise procedure planning, grasp key post-procedural follow-up aspects, master essential tips for WatchmanFLX and Amulet device implantation, and much more.
DIStal vs. COnventional RADIAL access for coronary angiography and intervention - the DISCO Radial Trial
18 May 2022 – From EuroPCR 2022
David Rodrigues interviews Adel Aminian on the results from the DISCO Radial trial. This is the first large-scale multicenter randomized evidence comparing DRA to TRA in patients scheduled for coronary angiography or PCI with respect to the incidence of RAO at discharge.
Transradial approach, from complex PCI to peripheral intervention
19 May 2022 – From EUROPCR 2022
Watch this session if you want to demonstrate how to optimise challenging coronary and peripheral cases using dedicated devices in transradial approach, to appreciate the value of transradial approach for complex PCI and carotid artery stenting and to acknowledge Ultimaster DES results in high bleeding risk patient...
EuroPCR 2022 Hotlines / Late-Breaking Trials in coronary artery disease: MASTER DAPT, CRUZ-HBR, DISCO RADIAL, and more!
17 May 2022 – From EuroPCR 2022
Find out more about various studies & registries in coronary artery disease! Abbreviated DAPT after complex PCI in high bleeding risk patients, comparing conventional and haemostatic dressings in radial access, angio-based QFR virtual PCI vs. conventional angio-guided PCI, CRUZ-HBR, CT-guided invasive coronary angiography in patients with...
DISCO Radial: distal versus conventional radial access study
18 May 2021 – From EuroPCR 2021
Watch this session presented by Adel Aminian and Shigeru Saïto in order to consider distal radial as a potential new access in treating CAD, to learn about existing and upcoming evidence on distal radial, and to understand why the results of DISCO Radial will give you an impartial view...
