Helen Routledge
EDUCATION RESPONSIBILITIES AND MEETING ORGANISATION
- Dr. Helen Routledge qualified in medicine in Birmingham in 1996 and after gaining training in general internal medicine and Membership of the Royal College of Physicians she pursued a cardiology career.
- During her Cardiology training she spent 2 years in full time research and a year as an interventional fellow at the Institut Cardiovasculaire Paris Sud.
- She works as a consultant in Cardiology and Intervention in Worcester and continues to publish in the field of transradial PCI.
ACTIVE AREAS OF RESEARCH
- Dr. Helen Routledge has a very high interest in clinical research and has actively participated in the development of the Radial course on PCR edu online.
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...
Is DCB the new gold standard for side branch treatment in bifurcation?
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session explores the emerging role of drug-coated balloons (DCB) as a potential new standard for side branch treatment in bifurcation lesions. It focuses on selecting appropriate indications, optimal vessel preparation and delivery timing, and executing stepwise DCB strategies versus hybrid approaches to maximize clinical outcomes.
Insight from recent evidence in coronary artery disease: value of DCB for de novo lesions (SELUTION) and imaging for left main PCI (OPTIMAL)
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session reviews pivotal recent evidence impacting daily practice in coronary artery disease management. It discusses the role of drug-coated balloons (DCB) for de novo lesions as evaluated in the SELUTION trial and evaluates intracoronary imaging strategies for left main PCI as presented in the OPTIMAL...
New evidence for the use of DCB
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session reviews emerging evidence supporting the use of drug-coated balloons (DCB) in complex PCI. It covers data from recent trials such as SELUTION De Novo, studies on vascular healing, restenosis patterns, long-term outcomes compared to DES, and optimal side branch treatment in bifurcation lesions.
Calcified lesions: one big challenge; several good options
17 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session delves into the management of calcified coronary lesions, presenting various techniques and tools to address this common challenge. It covers topics such as the use of drug-coated balloons, rotational atherectomy, intravascular lithotripsy, and high-pressure non-compliant balloons. The session also includes a meta-analysis on the...
Acute coronary syndromes due to coronary dissection
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session will explore various cases of acute coronary syndromes caused by coronary dissection. Participants will learn about the diagnosis, management, and treatment strategies for spontaneous coronary artery dissection, including the use of imaging and interventional techniques to address these challenging cases.
Minimal-metal PCI: a drug-coated balloon philosophy combined with selective lesion stenting where necessary - the hybrid approach
13 Mar 2024
Watch the replay of this webinar with P. O'Kane, D. Pan and H. Routledge to understand what factors during PCI lead to the switch from DCB to DES and much more!
Complex PCI cases
19 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Discover a collection of complex PCI cases and delve into challenging scenarios such as: severe calcified coronary lesions that pose a cathlab nightmare, a gripping tale of a bleeding CHIP case, the life-saving potential of retrograde angioplasty, innovative stent positioning system for treating ostial disease in...
STEMI in unusual anatomy
17 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Discover effective approaches to treating ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) in atypical anatomical situations with this challenging cases Gain valuable information that can help you manage these complex scenarios.
