Hector Garcia
Latest contributions
Where to leave less behind: non-invasive CT and angiography-derived physiology for DCB lesion selection
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session elucidates the role of non-invasive coronary CT and angiography-derived physiology in guiding lesion selection for drug-eluting balloon PCI. It emphasises integrating anatomical and physiological data to refine lesion preparation, strategy, and validation beyond angiography, and identifies scenarios where DEB PCI may not be optimal,...
Stentless PCI, DCB and BVS in complex scenarios
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session explores the use of stentless percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) employing drug-coated balloons (DCB) and bioresorbable scaffolds (BVS) in complex coronary scenarios. Through detailed case discussions, it addresses decision-making processes, technical considerations, and practical tips for successfully completing PCI without permanent stenting.
All we need to know about vulnerable plaque
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Understand the critical importance of vulnerable plaque identification and management. This session covers optimal strategies for detecting vulnerable plaques, their prognostic implications, and evidence-based treatment approaches illustrated through detailed case presentations.
Which device for which patient: DES, BRS or DCB?
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
This session provides comprehensive guidance on selecting the appropriate device—DES, BRS, or DCB—for individual patients and lesions. It examines patient and lesion characteristics, strengths and limitations of each device type, and regional considerations, illustrated by case presentations demonstrating practical device choice and resolution.
Intracoronary imaging guidance for PCI
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
This session highlights the value of intracoronary imaging guidance for PCI, showcasing optical coherence tomography in complex ACS lesions, long-term outcomes from imaging-guided PCI trials, AI-enhanced quantification, and comparative analyses of intravascular lithotripsy versus rotational atherectomy.
Imaging-based strategies for complication management in STEMI
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Discover imaging-based strategies to manage complications during STEMI interventions. This session discusses diagnostic clues such as spasm, stuck devices, and slow flow, and illustrates complex scenarios including extreme stent challenges and application of CTO techniques to STEMI cases for optimized outcomes.
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.
The future is now: QFR and RMS to optimise coronary artery disease patient management
20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
See how next-generation technologies are reshaping coronary artery disease treatment in this EuroPCR 2025 session. Learn how QFR is being used to plan PCI and evaluate results, and discover new insights into RMS technology—offering a potential leap beyond traditional drug-eluting stents. From practical case experience to...
Artificial intelligence: current applications in coronary image analysis in its potential in treatment planning
18 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
What should cardiologists be aware of regarding artificial intelligence? How will artificial intelligence impact interventional cardiology? If you share these questions, absolutely watch this presentation.
Coronary artery disease: more imaging, less imagination
18 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
In these slides, explore associations between angiography-based FFR and OCT-detected luminal obstruction, prognostic impact of ischaemia vs. plaque vulnerability, CT's mortality foresight, and much more.
DCB and scaffolds
16 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Watch this session to learn about 4 cases, including a patient who underwent successful PTCA with BRS on LAD using the PSP technique, and discuss the best option to consider when choosing between DEB and stents in tricky situations and individual patients.
New tools and techniques in coronary lesion assessment
17 May 2022 – From EuroPCR 2022
Consult this session to learn about new tools and techniques in coronary lesion assessment, such as: the ability of near infra-red spectroscopy to identify vulnerable patients and plaques, the iFR value impact on left internal mammary artery graft patency, the FFR-guided stent optimisation in focal and diffuse coronary...
