Angela McInerney

Angela McInerney

Interventional cardiologist / Cardiologist
University Hospital Galway - Galway, Ireland

Latest contributions

Calcium in the coronary arteries - What could go wrong?

22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session delves into the complexities of treating calcified coronary artery lesions, highlighting strategic selection of PCI approaches, anticipation of potential complications, and agile adaptation of techniques to manage these challenges effectively. Featuring real-world cases from Ireland and the United Kingdom, it provides critical learnings on...

All you need to know - Intracoronary imaging for vulnerable plaque

22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session provides a comprehensive overview of vulnerable plaque pathophysiology and the role of intracoronary imaging in its identification. It assesses treatment options, including the potential role of preventative PCI and intensive medical therapy, to guide clinical decision-making in managing plaque vulnerability.

Imaging-guided strategy for understanding coronary calcification

21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

Focusing on coronary calcification, this session teaches the application of CT and intracoronary imaging to characterize calcium patterns, select appropriate modification tools, and assess procedural success. It emphasizes imaging-guided strategies to optimize treatment of calcified coronary lesions.

Mastering complex TAVI: achieving optimal outcomes with Evolut FX+

20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This EuroPCR 2026 session focuses on advancing the management of complex transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) procedures using Evolut FX+ technology.

It highlights the benefits of supra-annular TAVI in patients with severe bicuspid aortic stenosis, supported by a review of available clinical evidence.

Through a series of case-based...

Mastering complex TAVI: achieving optimal outcomes with Evolut FX+

What is the future of intracoronary imaging for assessment of calcified lesions?

21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

In this conversation, Angela McInerney and Ziad Ali explore the evolving role of imaging in calcified coronary artery disease, the growing evidence supporting intracoronary imaging, particularly OCT and IVUS, and how detailed plaque characterisation and scoring systems can improve procedural planning and outcomes. Looking ahead, they...

What is the future of imaging for assessment of calcified lesions?

Calcium Skills Lab: EuroPCR 2026 highlights

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

As the management of heavily calcified coronary lesions becomes increasingly complex, the need for practical, hands-on education continues to grow. At EuroPCR 2026, a brand-new initiative aims to address this challenge: the Calcium Skills Lab.

In this discussion, Angela McInerney and Mohamed Abdel-Wahab present this innovative programme...

Calcium Skills Lab: EuroPCR 2026 highlights

Intravascular imaging vs angiography guided complex PCI: 5-year outcomes from a randomised trial

13 Apr 2026

The RENOVATE-COMPLEX-PCI 5-year outcomes confirm the long-term durability of benefits seen with intracoronary imaging over angiography guided PCI in complex lesions.

Angela McInerney

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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...

Mechanical circulatory support protected PCI in complex calcified patients

Closing Ceremony

28 Feb 2026 – From Euro4C Annual Meeting 2026

The closing ceremony marks the conclusion of the conference, providing a summary of key learnings, acknowledgments, and final reflections on the advancements and discussions presented throughout the event.

Euro4C Annual Meeting 2026 Closing Ceremony

Welcome to the Euro4C Annual Meeting 2026

27 Feb 2026 – From Euro4C Annual Meeting 2026

This introductory session sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of interventional cardiology topics, providing attendees with an overview and framework for the upcoming educational content.

Imaging-guided intravascular lithotripsy for calcified lesions - LIVE case

27 Feb 2026 – From Euro4C Annual Meeting 2026

This live educational case from St. Francis Hospital and Heart Center demonstrates imaging-guided intravascular lithotripsy for calcified lesions. It covers lesion selection criteria, preparation and delivery of lithotripsy catheters, and reviews recent clinical evidence to guide best practices.

LIVE Educational Case from St. Francis Hospital & Heart...

Imaging-guided intravascular lithotripsy for calcified lesions - LIVE case

Intra-annular self-expanding or balloon-expandable TAVI in small annuli: the NAVULTRA registry

17 Feb 2026

Patients with severe symptomatic aortic stenosis and small annuli—most often women—face higher risks of elevated gradients, patient–prosthesis mismatch and early valve failure after TAVI, with added challenges for future coronary access and redo procedures, particularly in younger populations.

While previous studies have mainly compared supra-annular balloon- and...

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Angela McInerney

TAV in TAVI with coronary protection - LIVE Case

18 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025

Watch a LIVE case followed by a recorded case, regarding a 78-year-old female, with a previous TAVI in 2014 (Sapien 3 26) and sarcoidosis, who presented with symptomatic TAVI stenosis. There was a mis-commissural alignment, with the neoskirt plane above the coronary plane. Under general anesthesia,...

TAV in TAVI with coronary protection -  LIVE Case

Exceptional engineering, predictable outcomes - Latest development of the VitaFlow TAVI device

17 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025

Discover the latest advancements in the VitaFlow transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) device. This session highlights the electronically enabled VitaFlow Liberty system, delivering consistent immediate and mid-term clinical results. Watch real-world demonstrations of complex cases, including heavily calcified aortas and pure aortic regurgitation, and get a...

Exceptional engineering, predictable outcomes - Latest development of the VitaFlow TAVI device

TAVI in patients with concomitant valve and coronary artery disease

17 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025

Focused on patients with concomitant valve and coronary artery disease, this session examines evaluation strategies for aortic stenosis burden, integrates recent trial data on combined TAVI and PCI, and discusses optimal management approaches in complex multi-valve disease scenarios through detailed case presentations and clinical outcomes.

TAVI in patients with concomitant valve and coronary artery disease

Prevention and management of TAVI complications

17 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025

This session is dedicated to the prevention and management of complications associated with transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). Participants gain critical knowledge on managing vascular access challenges, anticipating and preventing valve malposition, handling device embolism, and evaluating coronary obstruction risks with effective prevention and bailout strategies.

Prevention and management of TAVI complications

Navigating complexity in high-risk patients with multivessel disease undergoing PCI

23 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025

This educational session focuses on navigating the complexities of PCI in high-risk patients with multivessel disease. Learn the roles of imaging and physiology, low-contrast PCI techniques, and optimal strategies for patients with concomitant aortic stenosis, illustrated through detailed case discussions.

Navigating complexity in high-risk patients with multivessel disease undergoing PCI

TAVI in bicuspid: all you need to know

22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025

Understand the unique anatomical and clinical challenges of transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) in bicuspid aortic valves. This session covers bicuspid valve epidemiology, indications for surgery and TAVI, and detailed discussion on sizing and deployment fundamentals specific to bicuspid anatomy to optimize procedural success.

TAVI in bicuspid: all you need to know

Calcified un-dilatable lesions in ACS: what should I do?

22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025

Address the challenges of severely calcified undilatable lesions during acute coronary syndrome PCI. This session reviews the impact of coronary calcification on PCI strategy, highlights pitfalls in lesion preparation, and presents detailed case studies demonstrating effective treatment approaches.

Calcified un-dilatable lesions in ACS: what should I do?

Treat calcium right the first time: new considerations for PCI planning and device selection to optimise outcomes

21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025

Watch this EuroPCR 2025 session to learn how intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) is transforming the management of coronary artery calcification (CAC). Discover the new CALC roadmap, a comprehensive framework guiding device selection and treatment strategies based on calcium burden, anatomy, and patient gender. Follow a real-world clinical...

Treat calcium right the first time: new considerations for PCI planning and device selection to optimise outcomes

Challenging vascular access and closure management

21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025

Address challenging vascular access and closure management in complex TAVI cases. This session covers the selection of femoral access, use of PTA and intravascular lithotripsy, and strategies to manage closure failure with illustrative real-world cases.

Challenging vascular access and closure management

How should I treat this vulnerable plaque?

21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025

Learn to identify and manage vulnerable plaque using intracoronary imaging. This session covers detection techniques, clinical implications, current evidence for treatment, and case-based insights to improve patient outcomes through targeted intervention.

How should I treat this vulnerable plaque?

Treatment dilemmas in STEMI patients with multivessel disease

21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025

Address treatment dilemmas in STEMI patients with multivessel disease through this session focused on imaging and physiology-guided revascularisation strategies. Learn optimal approaches for cases with CABG indications, and timing considerations for non-culprit vessel revascularisation during hospital admission or later stages, supported by illustrative clinical cases.

Treatment dilemmas in STEMI patients with multivessel disease

Learnings from Evolut Low Risk 5-year and SMART 2-year trials : from evidence to practice

21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025

At EuroPCR 2025, Angela McInerney, Didier Tchétché, and Ole De Backer discuss key results from the SMART and Evolut Low Risk trials. The SMART trial compared balloon-expandable and self-expanding valves in small annulus patients, showing better hemodynamics with the Evolut platform at 2 years. The Evolut...

Learnings from Evolut Low Risk 5-year and SMART 2-year trials : from evidence to practice

How to manage treatment dilemmas in STEMI patients with multivessel disease?

20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025

Managing STEMI patients with multivessel disease is a complex challenge evolving rapidly thanks to new clinical evidence. Angela Mcinerney, Natalia Pinilla, and Matthias Götberg explore how findings from the COMPLETE trial and its intracoronary imaging substudy are reshaping treatment strategies.

Their discussion highlights the role of intracoronary...

How to manage treatment dilemmas in STEMI patients with multivessel disease?

Optimising TAVI for bicuspid aortic stenosis: experience with a novel self-expanding system

26 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024

Watch this session to explore the latest trial results and insights on treating bicuspid aortic stenosis with self-expanding valves. Learn key tips for optimal outcomes, including the importance of supra-annular assessment, appropriate sizing, and techniques to prevent underexpansion. Discover the VitaFlow specifications and clinical data, including...

Optimising TAVI for bicuspid aortic stenosis: experience with a novel self-expanding system

Rapid-fire - TAVI in challenging anatomy

25 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024

Dive into a rapid-fire session showcasing selected clinical cases from PCR London Valves 2024. Witness the management of TAVI in challenging anatomies, including left ventricular outflow tract calcification, peripheral tortuosity, hostile aorta, and more. Expand your knowledge and gain practical insights to navigate complex TAVI scenarios.

Rapid-fire - TAVI in challenging anatomy

The many faces of complex TAVI

25 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024

Learn how to navigate challenging cases illustrating the complexities of TAVI procedures and the importance of device selection and implantation technique. Discover strategies for tackling issues like bicuspid aortic stenosis, difficult access, and complex anatomies.

The many faces of complex TAVI

TAVI and coronary artery disease

24 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024

How does coronary artery disease shape outcomes in TAVI patients, and when should revascularization come into play? This video explores these critical questions, offering a deep dive into the latest evidence and strategies for managing combined aortic stenosis and coronary artery disease.

From understanding revascularization timing to...

TAVI and coronary artery disease

Euro4C Team

19 Jun 2024

Discover the individuals driving the Euro4C Group, including the main board, national coordinators, research and education groups, and the dedicated editorial team!