Nikolaos Pyrpyris
Latest contributions
Is there a rule for DCB in ACS setting?
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session examines the application of drug-coated balloons (DCB) in the acute coronary syndrome (ACS) setting, comparing outcomes with drug-eluting stents (DES). It discusses the impact of intraluminal thrombus, real-world registry data on DCB-first strategies in STEMI, and multicentre experiences with DCB use in STEMI and...
Bleeding and thrombotic risk in LAA closure patients
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session provides a thorough examination of bleeding and thrombotic risks in patients undergoing left atrial appendage (LAA) closure. It reviews risk factors for device-related thrombosis, compares anticoagulation strategies post-procedure, and presents real-world clinical outcomes, particularly in high bleeding risk populations and special groups such as...
Interventions for heart failure: insights and innovations
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents innovations and insights into interventional treatments for heart failure. Topics include pulmonary artery denervation for combined pre- and post-capillary pulmonary hypertension, evaluation of extravascular ventricular assist devices, biomarker-guided therapy withdrawal in improved heart failure, outcomes of transcatheter iatrogenic atrial shunts, percutaneous balloon pericardiotomy...
Featured research - Left atrial appendage occlusion and paravalvular leak closure
16 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
This featured research session delves into innovative transcatheter interventions including left atrial appendage occlusion and paravalvular leak closure. It covers clinical and hemodynamic outcomes of atrial shunting in heart failure, endothelialisation issues post-paravalvular leak closure, and long-term patient follow-up. Advanced guidance modalities and simulation technologies for...
New diagnostic and therapeutical tools in the coronary field
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Explore the latest advancements in diagnostic and therapeutic tools in coronary interventions. This session covers a range of innovative topics including the prognostic impact of QFR-based complete versus incomplete revascularisation, hybrid perfusion quantification with cardiac CT and echocardiography, clinical validation of AI-assisted coronary angiography, national audit...
Featured research - Valves and beyond
26 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
This session features a selection of the latest research and insights from PCR London Valves 2024, covering a wide range of topics in valvular and structural heart interventions. Discover the early results of a new TTVR system, compare the performance of different TAVI devices, explore long-term...
