Alaide Chieffo
Latest contributions
Redefining the red flags: early detection of myocardial infarction in women
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Gain a unique patient-centered perspective on early myocardial infarction detection in women. This session features a survivor's story, collaborative step-by-step clinical approaches, and key aspects of cardiac rehabilitation, emphasizing shared decision-making to improve patient outcomes in complex cases.
What did we learn from my TAVI complications?
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Review critical lessons from TAVI complications, focusing on early identification and management of access site issues and acute coronary obstruction. Learn effective preventive actions and procedural strategies to minimize severe TAVI-related complications through detailed case discussions.
From evidence to practice: solving complex cases with EuroIntervention
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Translate evidence into clinical practice with this session focusing on complex case analyses supported by EuroIntervention resources. Experience detailed presentations of challenging PCI, intracoronary imaging, coronary physiology, and TAVI cases, each followed by evidence-based solutions provided through EuroIntervention. Enhance your decision-making skills by integrating guidelines and...
EAPCI Fellowship Grant Awards
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Celebrate the achievements of emerging cardiology leaders with the EAPCI Fellowship Grant Awards session. This presentation highlights the awarded fellows' contributions and the impact of fellowship support on advancing interventional cardiology research and clinical practice.
Antithrombotic drugs for acute coronary syndromes in women
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Enhance your understanding of antithrombotic drug management in women with acute coronary syndromes (ACS). This session addresses risk stratification balancing ischemic and bleeding risks, evidence-based tailored antithrombotic and revascularisation strategies in high bleeding risk patients, and diagnostic and treatment approaches for MINOCA, with illustrative cases highlighting...
Innovative approaches to thrombus removal: redefining acute thromboembolic management in ACS
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Unlock cutting-edge strategies for thrombus removal in acute coronary syndrome (ACS) with this EuroPCR 2025 session. Understand the mechanisms behind microvascular obstruction and no-reflow phenomena, and why effective thrombus management is crucial. Review the latest clinical evidence, from the Cheetah study to the ongoing TACTIC randomised...
Cardiogenic shock and high-risk interventions with percutaneous mechanical circulatory support: new evidence and insights
20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
This EuroPCR 2025 session offers a comprehensive update on cardiogenic shock and high-risk PCI, featuring expert analysis of the DanGer-SHOCK and ECLS-SHOCK trials, new insights one year after DanGer-SHOCK, and practical considerations for managing PCI in patients with severely reduced LVEF. Expect to gain a deeper...
How to implement a successful structural intervention programme
26 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Embark on a journey to learn how to implement a successful structural intervention program. Discover the essential requirements for building transcatheter valve intervention capabilities, including the necessary equipment, personnel, and training programs. Gain insights on establishing aortic, mitral, and tricuspid intervention programs, as well as creating...
EAPCI Awards Ceremony
26 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Curious about the EAPCI Awards and the 2024 grant winners? Don't miss this video to get an inside look at the 12 exceptional individuals who received EAPCI grants this year!
Featured Cases - TAVI-in-TAVI (Part 2)
25 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
This session features a collection of compelling clinical cases from PCR London Valves 2024, focusing on the challenges and management of TAVI-in-TAVI procedures. Dive into real-world scenarios where redo TAVI was performed for symptomatic paravalvular leaks, TAV-in-TAV was used to address catastrophic complications, and innovative techniques...
TAVI for pure aortic regurgitation - LIVE case
25 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Watch a LIVE case followed by a recorded case on aortic regurgitation:
- An 86-year-old male with a history of stroke and prostate cancer presenting acute heart failure due to severe pure aortic regurgitation and LV dysfunction (EF 39%). A 27 mm JenaValve Trilogy prosthesis was implanted without...
The complexity in treatment of patients in shock
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session is essential for those looking to analyze and discuss the findings of the DanGer shock randomized trial, explore the latest evidence in the ACS field such as Horizon, and implement evidence-based practices in peri-procedural planning, execution, drug administration, and weaning strategies to optimize outcomes...
Management of ACS patient with cardiogenic shock
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session focuses on the management of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) patients with cardiogenic shock. It covers the differences between various mechanical support devices, discusses how to integrate RCT-derived data into clinical practice, and explores the best use of mechanical support devices. The session features case...
Other coronary interventions: SSO2, angioPy & more
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session showcases a diverse array of innovative coronary interventions and technologies, including the use of super-saturated oxygen therapy in STEMI, the validation of intracoronary flow velocity measurement, the application of laser and optics-based coronary intravascular lithotripsy, and the development of contrast-free and X-ray-free PCI techniques....
DCB PCI for de novo lesions: when and how?
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
In this session, you will learn how to optimally perform DCB PCI, identify which lesions are best suited for this approach, and understand when it's necessary to switch from DCB to stent PCI. The session also features a debate on whether DCB-PCI should be the first...
Has the 2023 ESC-EACTS guideline review on left main changed my practice?
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Watch this session if you wish to learn why the 2019 guidelines were revised, how to apply the updated recommendations in clinical settings through case examples, and the criteria for selecting patients with left main stenosis for PCI versus CABG.
The session includes detailed presentations on...
Cardiogenic shock in women : different cause, different treatment
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session will feature selected EuroPCR 2024 Clinical Case submissions focused on cardiogenic shock in women. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the proposed diagnoses and treatments, as well as the actual outcomes, for these challenging cases. The session will also include discussions and...
Management of patient with complex left main stenosis - LIVE case
14 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
A 52-year-old male, with a history of STEMI treated by PPCI on RCA one month ago, presents with angina CCS 2 and severe, calcified stenosis in the LAD, CX, and distal left main. The treatment involved implanting 2 stents in the LAD after Rota preparation, followed...
Mechanical circulatory support in cardiogenic shock: where are we now?
14 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
In this EuroPCR 2024 interview, Alaide Chieffo and Gabor Toth discuss mechanical circulatory support in cardiogenic shock and myocardial infarction. They address the ECLS-SHOCK trial's lack of benefit from prophylactic ECMO, stressing improved patient selection and timing. They contrast this with the DanGer Shock study, where...
Challenges in TAVIs, are there guideline recommendations?
20 Nov 2023 – From PCR London Valves 2023
The EAPCI consensus session emphasized the critical role of evaluating and managing coronary artery disease in TAVI candidates, especially in younger and lower-risk patients. Transcatheter heart valve choice influences future coronary access, emphasizing the need for optimized implantation techniques. In cardiogenic shock due to valvular heart...
TAVI - Coronary protection strategies
20 Nov 2023 – From PCR London Valves 2023
Consult this session for key insights into diverse coronary protection approaches: get a look at the management of a complex case involving a degenerated aortic bioprosthesis and paravalvular leak, observe a successful TAVI in calcified bicuspid anatomy with low coronaries, delve into a case featuring a degenerated...
TAVI: From simple to complex - LIVE case
20 Nov 2023 – From PCR London Valves 2023
This session explores two clinical cases, providing valuable insights into the essential components of a straightforward and efficient TAVI procedure. Find out more about the application of innovative devices to broaden the scope of aortic valve intervention, facilitating their integration into Heart Team discussions and daily...
Multivessel disease PCI guided by physiology and intracoronary imaging - LIVE case
19 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
A 68-year-old non-diabetic male patient presented with recent exertional chest pain and good LV function. Baseline angiography revealed severe stenosis of the proximal RCA, mid-stenosis of the proximal and mid-CX, and mid-stenosis of the proximal and mid-LAD.
Physiology revealed significant stenosis of proximal CX and proximal LAD.
IVUS...
Circulary assist devices
18 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Explore the realm of circulatory assist devices and their applications in critical cardiac conditions in this session: witness the utilization of ECMO in patients experiencing acute heart failure associated with myocardial infarction, discover an alternative approach to venovenous ECMO cannulation, delve into the extraordinary efforts made...
Indications for left ventricular support during elective PCI
16 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Thanks to this case-based session, look at the complications associated with elective PCI and learn how LV support can prevent haemodynamic instability and help complete revascularization.
Managing cardiogenic shock in patients with AMI
16 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
In this session, study the case of a 78-year-old male patient with HTN presenting with subtotal and thrombotic lesion of LMCA ostium and significant lesion at LMCA bifurcation with involvement of prox RCX and prox LAD and find out how he was treated.
Impella percutaneous ventricular assist device malrotation in social media: a call to action
20 Apr 2023
The data from this study suggest that, from a SoMe perspective, correct Impella orientation is often overlooked, and that Impella malrotation is a common issue in real-world clinical practice, potentially associated with relevant complications.
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Create the future of TAVI - Optimisation of the procedure and patient pathway
27 Nov 2022 – From PCR London Valves 2022
Dive into this session to discover what can be improved today to be ready to treat future TAVI patient volumes. You'll also learn how to set up a successful TAVI coordinating team and adopt it in your hospital, and how to create a win-win partnership with...
Ensuring optimal TAVI outcomes - LIVE case
27 Nov 2022 – From PCR London Valves 2022
A 75-year-old female with diabetes and history of ischemic stroke 5 years ago presents a symptomatic severe aortic valve stenosis in a small annulus.
After pre-dilatation (18 mm balloon), the operators implant an Acurate neo2 23 mm with a sentinel cerebral embolic protection device. Watch them perform...
Evaluation of the left main stem - imaging & function
10 Oct 2019
View this replay of a LIVE Webinar - Evaluation of the left main stem - imaging & function, with operators E. Barbato, G. G. Toth, G. Guagliumi, A. Chieffo.
