Nina Wunderlich
Latest contributions
Transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement: LIVE Educational Case from St. Thomas' Hospital - London, UK
18 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
This educational session presents a live transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement case from St. Thomas' Hospital, London, complemented by detailed patient imaging analysis and operator strategy. Additionally, a recorded case from the Upper Silesian Medical Center in Poland provides further insights into procedural nuances and outcomes, offering...
Advancing structural heart with 3D ICE and device guidance
17 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
This PCR London Valves 2025 session explores how 3D TEE, 3D intracardiac echocardiography (ICE), and DeviceGuide technology sharpen procedural accuracy, strengthen operator confidence, and streamline decision-making in real time.
You’ll see how clearly defined team roles enhance both safety and efficiency, and how thoughtful workflow integration can reduce...
The next frontier in LAA closure: innovations and opportunities
17 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
Explore the forefront of left atrial appendage (LAA) closure with this session focusing on the latest innovations and clinical opportunities. Topics include recent data on WATCHMAN FLX PRO and VersaCross Connect systems, workflow strategies to improve procedural efficiency, and discussions on upcoming clinical trials such as...
What are the key considerations for transcatheter mitral paravalvular leak management?
18 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
Nina Wunderlich and Patrick Calvert discuss mitral paravalvular leaks, which are relatively common. Percutaneous closure is now the default approach, and imaging is central to success: detailed pre-procedural assessment, 3D TOE during the procedure, and careful planning of transseptal puncture.
This interview was filmed at PCR London...
Mitral valve: PCR London Valves 2025 highlights
17 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
Together with Chris Allen, Course Directors Tiffany Patterson and Nina Wunderlich highlight the Mitral programme from PCR London Valves 2025. The Course began with fundamentals, including imaging and step-by-step procedural training, and then focused on complex cases, complications, and hands-on discussions. LIVE cases featured edge-to-edge repair,...
Mitral TEER and LAA closure: LIVE Educational Case from Clinique Pasteur - Toulouse, France
17 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
This educational session presents a live case from Clinique Pasteur, Toulouse, France, focusing on Mitral Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair (TEER) combined with Left Atrial Appendage (LAA) closure. Attendees gain insights into patient evaluation, operator strategies, device selection, and procedural execution, complemented by a recorded case from Upper...
Mitral paravalvular leak closure: procedural planning and step-by-step performance
17 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
This session provides an expert overview of mitral paravalvular leak closure, emphasizing critical clinical and anatomical selection criteria. It covers essential pre-procedural imaging and planning strategies, complemented by an educational recorded case and a review of immediate and long-term procedural outcomes.
Mastering simple and complex LAA closure: a step-by-step case-based approach
16 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
This case-based session offers a comprehensive approach to mastering left atrial appendage (LAA) closure, emphasizing the critical role of imaging from pre-procedural planning through execution. It covers patient selection, procedural strategies from experienced operators, device selection tailored to anatomy, and nuanced decision-making during challenging device releases...
Focus on the right ventricle: patient selection and clinical outcomes after tricuspid valve intervention
16 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
Focused on the often-overlooked right ventricle, this session elucidates methods for accurate assessment of right ventricular function prior to transcatheter tricuspid valve interventions. It explores the role of right heart catheterisation in patient selection and timing, and evaluates long-term remodeling patterns post-procedure, providing critical insights for...
Combined LAA closure and transcatheter mitral valve repair - LIVE Case
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
An 82-year-old male patient with a history of PM (pacemaker) implantation in 2024, and ischaemic cardiomyopathy presented with symptomatic heart failure due to severe secondary mitral regurgitation and impaired LV function (EF 40 %). He also presented with recurrent gastro-intestinal bleeding while on DOAC for atrial...
Optimal use of cardiac imaging to plan and guide transcatheter LAA closure
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Optimize left atrial appendage (LAA) closure outcomes through expert use of cardiac imaging. This session details the role of various imaging modalities in pre-procedural planning, intraprocedural guidance, and post-procedural assessment. Gain practical insights on transesophageal echocardiography, computed tomography, intracardiac echocardiography, and their integration to enhance procedural...
Active posterior leaflet replacement - A novel transcatheter approach for the treatment of primary and secondary mitral regurgitation
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Find out more about an innovative transcatheter strategy for managing both primary and secondary mitral regurgitation in this EuroPCR 2025 session. Experts introduce the concept of active posterior leaflet replacement and present the Polares MRace device—a novel solution designed to address the limitations of current therapies....
From innovation to integration: the evolution of 4D intracardiac echocardiography in structural heart interventions
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Learn how 4D intracardiac echocardiography (ICE) is reshaping structural heart procedures. This EuroPCR 2025 session takes you through the latest in imaging technology—highlighting the benefits of 4D ICE and AI integration in improving the safety, precision, and efficiency of mitral and tricuspid interventions. From valve repair...
Case-based learning on different aspects of transcatheter LAA closure
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Engage in case-based learning focused on transcatheter left atrial appendage (LAA) closure. This session covers safe transseptal puncture techniques, state-of-the-art standard LAA closure procedures, management of challenging LAA anatomies, and optimization of post-procedure antithrombotic therapy in high-risk patients.
TMVR in challenging scenarios
20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Navigate the challenges of transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR) in complex clinical scenarios. This session explores treatment options when clipping is not feasible in a patient with heart failure and severe MR, management of multivalvular disease, advanced septal crossing techniques, and strategies for non-surgical candidates ineligible...
Mitral hotline: new devices
20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Stay updated on emerging devices in mitral valve repair and replacement with this session covering novel technologies including transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER), posterior leaflet restoration, transfemoral mitral annuloplasty, and a first-in-human transseptal TMVR system. Clinical trial data and early feasibility experiences provide valuable insights into advancing...
Advancing transcatheter solutions for tricuspid valve disease
01 Feb 2025 – From PCR Imaging Valves Madrid 2025
This session delves into the latest advancements in transcatheter tricuspid valve interventions, covering procedural considerations, patient selection, and imaging techniques. Explore case studies, strategies for tricuspid transcatheter edge-to-edge repair, and key criteria for valve replacement. Learn about managing failed T-TEER cases and the role of transcatheter...
Aortic valve disease – Imaging strategies for optimal valve selection and outcomes in TAVI
31 Jan 2025 – From PCR Imaging Valves Madrid 2025
Dive into this in-depth session on aortic valve disease, covering essential imaging insights for selecting the ideal TAVI prosthesis, identifying risk markers for pacemaker implantation, and optimizing outcomes in complex cases. Learn how multi-modality imaging aids in diagnosing and managing bioprosthetic valve dysfunction, including detecting patient-prosthesis...
Advancing imaging and intervention strategies for mitral valve disease
31 Jan 2025 – From PCR Imaging Valves Madrid 2025
Explore the latest imaging techniques for transcatheter mitral valve interventions, including patient screening, device selection, and strategies for challenging anatomies. Gain insights into TEER and transcatheter mitral valve replacement to optimize patient outcomes.
PCR London Valves 2024 Closing Ceremony
26 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Want to relive the best moments of PCR London Valves 2024? Don’t miss the Closing Ceremony!
We’ll revisit the key moments, from 'Meet the Masters' to groundbreaking insights, and thank all the incredible teams and contributors who made this event a success with a record-breaking 4066 participants...
The right ventricle - Key determinant of tricuspid procedural planning and clinical outcomes
26 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Looking to know more about the role of the right ventricle in the pathophysiology of tricuspid regurgitation? Don’t miss this video!
You’ll learn how to assess RV function and morphology with advanced imaging, uncover key parameters that predict outcomes, understand how RV remodeling impacts procedural success, and...
Cinch it if you can - Indirect annuloplasty for functional mitral regurgitation
25 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
This session on mitral regurgitation offers an in-depth look at the EMPOWER trial outcomes, indirect annuloplasty in aFMR, and remodeling with the CARILLON device. Explore the benefits of early treatment for secondary mitral regurgitation, understand the role of left ventricular reverse remodeling, and review the latest...
Transcatheter mitral valve replacement - Are we there yet?
25 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Are we ready to embrace transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR) as the next big step in mitral interventions? Find out in this must-watch video!
Discover the key anatomical factors that favor TMVR over TEER, get acquainted with cutting-edge TMVR platforms like Tioga, Cephea and Intrepid, and master...
PCR London Valves 2024 Welcome Ceremony: a global milestone in heart valve care
24 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Discover the incredible journey of PCR London Valves, from its origins in 2009 to becoming the premier global event in heart valve care. What started as a small gathering focused on aortic valve therapies has grown into a landmark event, bringing together nearly 4,000 professionals annually...
Is this patient a good candidate for Left Atrial Appendage Closure? An interactive rapid-fire discussion
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This interactive session focuses on selecting good candidates for left atrial appendage (LAA) closure procedures. It covers the key clinical elements driving the indication for LAA closure and the technical elements that make a case complex. Through a series of case presentations and discussions, the session...
Transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement - LIVE case
Recommended by PCR
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
An 82-year-old male with a history of STEMI in 2013, stroke in 2018, cancer, and permanent AF, presented with acute heart failure with predominant right-side failure. Severe tricuspid regurgitation was identified.
The operators implanted an Evoque valve percutaneously under TEE guidance and general anaesthesia via the venous...
How to best image the atrioventricular valves?
14 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session, in collaboration with the PCR Tricuspid Focus Group, aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how to image the atrioventricular valves (mitral and tricuspid) to assess their anatomy and pathology. It covers the step-by-step evaluation of the mitral and tricuspid valves using transesophageal echocardiography...
How to identify patients for tricuspid interventions
14 Dec 2023
Watch the replay of this webinar with J. Hausleiter, P. Lüdike, M. Adamo, N. Karam and N. Wunderlich to know more about the clinical presentation and medical therapy of patients with tricuspid regurgitation and much more!
Focus on tricuspid valves
22 Nov 2023 – From PCR London Valves 2023
Nina Wunderlich and Victoria Delgado reflect on what they learned about the tricuspid valve during the 2023 Edition of PCR London Valves. They discuss the diverse range of available devices, the importance of improving skills in imaging, and the various options for improving the treatment of...
What does the interventionist need to know from the imager?
21 Nov 2023 – From PCR London Valves 2023
Take inspiration from the discussions on the case of a 78-year-old patient with HTN, HLD, and AF, presenting with symptomatic heart failure, or that of a 59-year-old female patient, former smoker, with HTN, DM, and persistent AF, who had been treated for breast carcinoma and post-chemotherapy...
