Goran Stankovic
Latest contributions
How to use DCB in coronary bifurcations
30 Jun 2025
Watch the replay of this webinar to learn more about the evidence supporting the use of DCB in the treatment of coronary bifurcations, and much more!
Left main and complex bifurcation stenting
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
In this EuroPCR 2025 session, discover best practices for managing left main and challenging bifurcation lesions, from choosing a stepwise provisional side branch stenting strategy to using intracoronary imaging and physiology to guide and optimise PCI results.
Learn how the Ultimaster Nagomi™ sirolimus-eluting stent system builds on...
Through decisions in complex left main PCI - Isolated ostial left circumflex
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Navigate complex isolated ostial left circumflex lesions with a focus on the integration of imaging and physiological assessment. Learn treatment options and optimisation strategies to improve long-term outcomes in left main PCI through detailed case presentations and expert guidance.
Evolving bifurcation treatment practices: drug-coated balloons, angio-based FFR, and side branch optimisation
20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Explore how bifurcation treatment is evolving with the integration of drug-coated balloons, angio-based FFR, and advanced side branch optimisation. This EuroPCR 2025 session highlights why DCB is gaining traction for bifurcation lesions and introduces the upcoming EBC-DCB trial comparing a stepwise DCB strategy to provisional DES...
How should I treat ostial left circumflex stenosis?
18 Feb 2025
Watch this webinar on Monday 3 March at 3:00pm (UTC+1) with G. Stankovic, M. Lesiak and F. Burzotta and learn how to evaluate left main 0,0,1 bifurcation lesion in terms of morphology and clinical relevance, and much more!
Complications and challenging cases #1 in interventional cardiology
18 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
This session delves into a range of complex and challenging cases in interventional cardiology. Explore a coronary balloon fracture compromising the vascularization of the forearm after a radial approach PCI, as well as strategies for surviving the storm during challenging procedures. Discover an emergency transcutaneous balloon...
Align for the future with Myval THV series and complex PCI solutions
18 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
Explore the future of complex PCI with Meril Life’s advanced solutions. Learn about thin-strut platforms, dedicated stents for side branches and diffuse lesions, the role of drug-eluting balloons in metal-free PCI, and the clinical potential of the Myval THV technology.
Left main bifurcation instent restenosis - LIVE case
18 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
A 76-year-old male with a history of LM PCI (2-stent strategy), RCA PCI, reduced LV function (25%), diabetes, and CKD presented with worsening angina. Angiography revealed in-stent restenosis at the ostium of the LAD and CX, along with RCA occlusion.
The procedure was performed with axillary Impella...
Are we giving the KISS the attention it deserves?
06 Jan 2025
Join G. Stankovic, J. Flensted, B.-K. Koo and J. Legutko to evaluate the role of systematic side branch intervention in left main and non-left main provisional stenting and much more!
Imaging-guided left main PCI - LIVE case
Recommended by PCR
17 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
A 53-year-old male with a history of advanced malignancy (lung adenoma) and mid LAD PCI last year, along with multiple risk factors (hypertension, dyslipidemia, diabetes, and smoking), presented with angina and a positive stress test and CT. The angiography and CT showed significant left main stenosis...
Tools and technologies guiding decision making in bifurcation PCI
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
In this session, discover that provisional stenting in routine non-LM bifurcation using Resolute Onyx DES yields good mid-term outcomes without side branch intervention, provided the stent is sized to the distal reference and the side branch remains patent after a systematic POT. Learn how bifurcation stenting...
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...
When and how to treat the side branch in non-left main bifurcations?
14 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Explore this video session covering essential techniques for handling bifurcations in coronary interventions. Learn to evaluate side branch significance and the need for a second stent, illustrated through three case studies. Discover main vessel stenting for a large side branch, various approaches like T-stenting, TAP, or...
Left main and complex bifurcation stenting
14 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Watch this session focused on a patient with distal left main stenosis to understand that the stepwise provisional side branch (SB) stenting strategy is the standard approach for most left main trifurcation lesions. Discover the importance of optical frequency domain imaging for strategy determination and bifurcation...
Pitfalls of bifurcation PCI – lessons from the Visible Heart Lab
20 Feb 2024
Watch the replay of this webinar with G. Stankovic, J. M. De La Torre Hernandez and J. F. Lassen to understand how to correctly perform bifurcation stenting utilizing the insights from the Visible Heart lab animal model and much more! ...
New tools and technologies in the treatment of coronary bifurcations
15 Feb 2024
Watch the replay of this webinar on oronary bifurcations with G. Stankovic, S. Fournier and M. Pan.
OCT-guided PCI for a patient with calcified lesion
07 Dec 2023 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2023
Consult this session to gain insights into the significance of actionable intracoronary imaging in the patient treatment journey and acquire knowledge on adopting procedural strategies. Learn about the effective utilisation of orbital atherectomy for plaque modification and the impact of DES platforms in the management of...
Ultra-low contrast techniques in complex and high-risk coronary interventions
07 Dec 2023 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2023
Explore this session to gain insights into reducing operator reliance on contrast in PCI for enhanced safety and quality, particularly in complex scenarios. Discover essential tips, tricks, and specialized tools tailored for ultra-low-contrast PCI. Additionally, immerse yourself in a practical, step-by-step example through a recorded ultra-low-contrast...
Learning bifurcation PCI
06 Dec 2023 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2023
Through the case of a 72-year-old hypertensive patient presenting with chest pain that had been there for 15 days but had suddenly intensified, followed by that of a second patient suffering from side-branch stenosis, learn more about provisional stenting and the two-stent strategy, and explore the...
Left main and bifurcation stenting optimised by intracoronary imaging
23 Nov 2023
Watch the replay of this webinar with G.Stankovic, N. Amabile and J. Legutko to understand how to use intracoronary imaging in clinical decision making of coronary bifurcation treatment and much more.
Distal left main bifurcation restenosis: how should I treat?
30 May 2023
Watch the replay of the 4th webinar of this series on bifurcation with G. Stankovic, N. Gonzalo and A. Banning. You will learn to understand the mechanisms of in-stent restenosis following left main PCI and much more.
DK Crush for distal LM bifurcation: pearls and pitfalls
26 May 2023
Watch the replay of the 3rd webinar of this series on bifurcation with G. Stankovic, T. Johnson and M. Lesiak. You will revisit optimal steps of DK Crush and much more.
Left main and complex bifurcation stenting
18 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Want more training on bifurcation stenting? Learn from the case of this 75-year-old active man, a retired engineer, suffering from effort angina CCS 3 for 6 months, referred to the centre by his cardiologist for a coronary CT scan. He is a former smoker, has a...
Can we use provisional stent strategy in complex bifurcation lesions?
18 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Watch this session to learn when a provisional stent strategy is appropriate for complex bifurcation lesions, discover optimization techniques for provisional stenting, and understand the scenarios that necessitate stenting the side branch.
How to approach isolated ostial left circumflex
18 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
This session examines the optimal treatment options for isolated ostial left circumflex lesions, considering both technical and physiological/imaging approaches. However, one question arises: does the concept of an "isolated ostial circumflex lesion" truly exist? Join the speakers to uncover the answer and gain valuable information into...
Complex bifurcation PCI - LIVE case
17 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Study the case of this 69-year-old male patient with recent PCI on LAD presenting chronic coronary syndrome. Angiography showed calcified stenosis on bifurcation of proximal CX and large obtuse marginal 1, Medina 0-1-1.
The PCI strategy was an OCT-guided TAP technique:
7F guiding catheter, predilatation with semi-compliant and non-compliant...
Distal left main stenosis with a trifurcation - LIVE case
16 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Watch the case of a 69-year-old male patient with atrial fibrillation, peripheral artery disease and severe pulmonary disease, referred for worsening angina. The angiography revealed a tight distal left main stenosis on a trifurcation.
In this case, the PCI is guided by IVUS with provisional stenting (LM-LAD) and protect...
Left main and bifurcations: latest clinical data applied to practical cases
16 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
In this session, watch a case of intravascular imaging guided LM PCI from the ROLEX Registry, learn more about EBC MAIN 3-year results, see a case presentation with use of FFRangio, find out more about the KISS Trial, and follow the debates about all these learnings.
Ostial CX during crossover LM stenting: when and how to treat
05 Apr 2023
Watch the replay of the 2nd webinar on bifurcation. You’ll learn all about 'Ostial CX during crossover LM stenting'
1st stent in left main PCI: simple but not too simple
03 Jan 2023
Watch the replay of the 1st webinar on bifurcation with Goran Stankovic. You’ll learn all about '1st stent in left main PCI'
