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Hsien-Li Kao

Interventional cardiologist / Cardiologist
National Taiwan University Hospital - Taipei

Latest contributions

New data in DCB outcomes

20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

Explore emerging evidence on drug-coated balloon (DCB) outcomes, featuring intravascular lithotripsy combined with DCB in calcified small vessels, OCT-guided PCI registries, predictors of angiographic success post-sirolimus-coated balloon angioplasty, and clinical impact in multivessel coronary artery disease management.

CTO PCI: technical developments

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session highlights technical developments in CTO PCI, featuring comparative insights from the ONUBA-CTO study on retrograde versus antegrade approaches, sex-based differences in long-term outcomes, management of balloon-undilatable lesions, the role of virtual reality audiovisual distraction, the impact of core laboratory feedback with OCT, and contemporary...

Acute stroke interventions

11 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

This session provides an in-depth look at acute stroke interventions from a vascular and interventional cardiology perspective. It covers cerebral vascular anatomy relevant to stroke, various mechanical thrombectomy techniques, and the expanding role of interventional cardiologists in acute stroke management, illustrated through case presentations.

Complex coronary interventions - Current day challenges and solutions

11 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

Addressing current challenges in complex coronary interventions, this session covers management strategies for CHIP patients, advanced techniques for highly calcified lesions, and principles for mechanical circulatory support application in high-risk PCI scenarios. It offers practical insights and case-based discussions to optimize safety and efficacy in contemporary...

IVUS or OCT? Choosing the right imaging for the right lesion - A case-based debate

10 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

This case-based debate examines the complementary roles of IVUS and OCT imaging modalities in precision PCI. It highlights lesion-specific factors guiding modality choice, including left main disease, bifurcations, calcified plaques, and acute coronary syndromes, supported by real-world clinical cases demonstrating imaging-based decision-making.

CTO PCI with Asian flavour

20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025

Learn contemporary tips and tricks for chronic total occlusion (CTO) percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with an emphasis on specific algorithms to enhance procedural efficiency and safety. This session addresses overcoming obstacles in antegrade and retrograde approaches and managing potential complications through real-world case examples.

CTO PCI with Asian flavour

Synergistic use of calcium modification devices for treatment of severely calcified lesion

04 Oct 2024 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2024

Explore this live educational case from Liverpool Hospital in Sydney, Australia, as we delve into the synergistic use of calcium modification devices for the treatment of severely calcified lesions. Gain insights into the role of intracoronary imaging in selecting the appropriate calcium modification devices and learn...

Synergistic use of calcium modification devices for treatment of severely calcified lesion

How to achieve successful outcome in contemporary CTO PCI

15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024

How to achieve successful outcome in contemporary CTO PCI

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.

STEMI in unusual anatomy