Kan Zen
Latest contributions
Learn from the experts: Evolut first implant technique and treatment strategies
15 Feb 2026 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2026
This expert-led session offers an in-depth review of evolving clinical practices in aortic valve disease treatment, emphasizing the potential of the transcarotid approach as a primary alternative access route. It compares current strategies including TAVI, surgical aortic valve replacement (SAV), TAV-in-SAV, and TAVI explantation, while addressing...
Protect the brain for TAVI - True potential of SENTINEL Cerebral Protection System
14 Feb 2026 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2026
This session highlights the critical role of cerebral protection during TAVI procedures by focusing on the SENTINEL Cerebral Protection System. It reviews trends in the United States and Japan, presents clinical outcomes one year post-introduction in Japan, and examines key clinical trials through a meta-analysis comparing...
Complex anatomical features
09 Feb 2025 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2025
Dive into a captivating session that explores complex anatomical features in interventional cardiology. Discover dynamic improvements in tricuspid valve coaptation and regurgitation post-TAVI, the overlooked threat of aortic stenosis hidden by mitral stenosis, marked improvement in left ventricular function after simultaneous TAVI and M-TEER, recognition of...
TAVI complications cases - Part 1
08 Feb 2025 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2025
Dive into the world of TAVI complications in this comprehensive session. Explore a range of challenging cases, including bailout implantation of an embolized self-expandable valve, ascending aortic dissection, coronary embolization, cardiac tamponade, and annular rupture. Gain insights into the management strategies and specialized techniques employed to...
Standardised implant technique with self-expandable valve
08 Feb 2025 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2025
Don’t miss this PCR Tokyo Valves 2025 session replay, where leading experts share key techniques for simplifying and optimising TAVI procedures with the Evolut device. This session covers essential insights into safely performing procedures on patients with various anatomical types using the self-expandable valve, while emphasising...
Learn the procedure technique - Lifetime management of aortic stenosis therapy with self-expandable valve
18 Feb 2024 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2024
In this session, learn all about the excellent characteristics of the latest self-expandable valve system and its use during the lifetime management of aortic stenosis therapy. Find out more about how we can effectively and safely perform procedures for various cases with the latest self-expandable valve,...
Rapid-fire - Complex anatomy in TAVI
17 Feb 2024 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2024
This session of rapid-fire submitted cases focuses on solutions to complex anatomy during TAVI. Learn about a successful transfemoral TAVR using Evolut FX for complex bicuspid aortic valve stenosis, the feasibility and success of TAVI in rheumatic severe aortic stenosis, and more!
Tips and tricks in valvular intervention
19 Feb 2023 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2023
In this session, unlock advanced valvular intervention insights (in Japanese). Overcome challenges like aortic valve alignment failure, cardiogenic shock with LMTD and AS and unforseen low atrial septal puncture for successful, optimised procedures.