Petr Kala
Latest contributions
Addressing difficult anatomy in STEMI patients
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the challenges of managing difficult coronary anatomy in STEMI patients through a series of complex case studies. Topics include management of aneurysms, rare aorto-ostial lesions, thrombosis interplay, PPCI in dextrocardia situs inversus, and hybrid PCI approaches for multifaceted coronary issues.
New evidence for coronary revascularisation
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session highlights new evidence in coronary revascularisation, including the role of CT-derived virtual stenting for procedural optimization, left ventricular unloading during complex PCI, long-term outcomes of FFR-guided PCI versus medical therapy, Impella CP support in high-risk PCI, and comparative results of PCI versus CABG in...
Beyond the horizon - Future of structural heart innovations and PCI
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Structural heart and coronary interventions are expanding rapidly, with innovation increasingly focused on managing complex anatomies and diversifying treatment strategies.
The PRISM-PCI toolkit is introduced as a framework to support decision-making in complex PCI, alongside advances in transcatheter valve therapies spanning mitral, tricuspid and pulmonary interventions, as...
New evidence in the treatment of calcified lesions
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents the latest evidence on treating calcified coronary lesions, comparing intravascular lithotripsy, cutting balloons, rotational and orbital atherectomy. It includes clinical trial data on efficacy, safety, and impact on coronary microvascular function, providing a robust foundation for evidence-based decision-making in calcified lesion management.
Choosing the right tool to treat calcified bifurcation
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session provides expert guidance on managing calcified bifurcation lesions. It highlights identification of high-risk scenarios, the role of coronary CT angiography and intravascular imaging in tool selection, and specialized techniques for treating calcified nodules in the left main coronary artery.
DCB in STEMI : why, when and how ?
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Explore the evolving role of drug-coated balloons (DCB) in the management of STEMI patients. This session covers practical approaches including primary PCI with DEB, unconventional solutions in urgent scenarios, and personalized treatment strategies especially in very young patients. Learn how DCB technology intersects with complex lesion...
Pulmonary embolism - What should we do in the cathlab?
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Explore this session focused on pulmonary embolism management in the cathlab, highlighting when pharmacotherapy is insufficient and reviewing interventional options anticipated in 2025. Engage with real cases including polytrauma with acute respiratory failure and complex presentations like pre-syncope and scoliosis, accompanied by expert discussions and key...
Through decisions in complex left main PCI - Isolated ostial left circumflex
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Navigate complex isolated ostial left circumflex lesions with a focus on the integration of imaging and physiological assessment. Learn treatment options and optimisation strategies to improve long-term outcomes in left main PCI through detailed case presentations and expert guidance.
Hot topics in interventional management of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA)
17 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session explores the latest insights and strategies for managing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients. Key topics include identifying OHCA patients who may benefit from immediate cathlab admission, the default PCI strategy in OHCA, and how to organize an effective OHCA network. Discussions will cover estimating...
Comparative insights into QFR, FFR, and angiography
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session, comprising selected EuroPCR 2024 Abstract submissions, focuses on various aspects of assessing and managing multivessel coronary artery disease. It includes presentations and discussions on the use of quantitative flow ratio (QFR) for assessing non-culprit lesions in acute myocardial infarction, functional assessment of surgical revascularization,...
Complicated scenarios in LAA occlusion
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Explore this session to discover strategies for handling complications during and after LAA occlusion, examine scenarios where LAA occlusion can serve as a secondary intervention, and review complex cases like embolised occluders, combined MitraClip and LAA procedures, and unexpected events in patient management.
Undilatable calcified lesion with balloon - LIVE case
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
A 66-year-old male with a history of PAD, COPD, diabetes, and an LV function of 44% presented with unstable angina. Coronary angiography revealed a severe and heavily calcified RCA lesion undilatable with a balloon. The patient was referred to a centre specializing in calcified lesion treatment.
Using...
Left main and complex bifurcation stenting
14 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Watch this session focused on a patient with distal left main stenosis to understand that the stepwise provisional side branch (SB) stenting strategy is the standard approach for most left main trifurcation lesions. Discover the importance of optical frequency domain imaging for strategy determination and bifurcation...
TAVI in heavily calcified aortic disease - How to choose the proper treatment strategy?
18 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Consult this session if you want to outline how the heart team should individualise treatment for patients with complex calcified aortic stenosis, to review steps for TAVI in complex calcified aortic stenosis, and to learn about device selection and implantation techniques in calcified anatomies.
PCI with BRS
17 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Looking to enhance your expertise in percutaneous coronary intervention using a bioresorbable scaffold? Join your collegues for a series of case presentations where you can observe different strategies in complicated situations.
Atherectomy devices: when and how to use them?
19 May 2022 – From EuroPCR 2022
Watch this EuroPCR 2022 session to study various cases with severe calcification through which you can understand indications for rotablator or orbital atherectomy (OAS), find out more about the different device components, and learn tips and tricks.
Revascularisation for chronic coronary syndrome and multivessel disease (Part 1) - Session with LIVE demonstration
18 May 2021 – From EuroPCR 2021
Watch this session if you want to understand when patients with CCS and MVD should undergo revascularisation, to appraise how to select the optimal revascularisation strategy in such patients and to learn how to perform state-of-the-art PCI to achieve optimal procedural outcomes.
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