Alfonso Jurado
Latest contributions
Mechanical circulatory support protected PCI in complex calcified patients
28 Feb 2026 – From Euro4C Annual Meeting 2026
Explore the critical role of mechanical circulatory support with Impella in complex calcified patients undergoing PCI. This session delves into patient selection criteria, reviews the latest evidence, and discusses strategies to prevent and manage device-related complications, supported by case presentations focusing on imaging analysis, vascular access...
Why should laser atherectomy be part of your complex PCI algorithm?
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Watch this EuroPCR 2025 session to see how ELCA can make the difference in two challenging cases: a severely calcified, undilatable lesion, and an uncrossable one. Learn how pre- and peri-procedural imaging (CT, IVUS, OCT) supports tailored decision-making, and how ELCA enables safe and effective lesion...
New evidence for treatment of calcified coronary artery disease
20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Explore the latest randomized trials and studies advancing the treatment of calcified coronary artery disease. This session covers cutting balloon use, lithotripsy versus conventional preparation, and one-year outcomes comparing rotational atherectomy, lithotripsy, and laser. Also highlighted is the EMPOWER CAD study focusing on women treated with...