Sandeep Basavarajaiah
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...
Simplify the complex with Shockwave C2 Aero - Next-generation coronary intravascular lithotripsy that delivers
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This EuroPCR 2026 session highlights the role of the next-generation Shockwave C2 Aero coronary intravascular lithotripsy system in the treatment of complex calcified coronary artery disease. Supported by real-world clinical experience and recent evidence, the discussion focuses on procedural safety, lesion preparation, and treatment consistency in...
Devices and strategies in calcified lesions
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Explore advanced devices and techniques for treating calcified coronary lesions in this session. Discussions include the use of Eximer laser coronary atherectomy, novel cutting balloons, outcomes of rotational atherectomy in tortuous vessels, atherectomy combined with drug-coated balloon therapy, and calcium fracture patterns following Shockwave intravascular lithotripsy.
MagicTouch sirolimus-coated balloon for coronary artery disease and peripheral artery disease treatment: where evidence meets experience
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session examines the clinical evidence and experiential insights regarding the MagicTouch sirolimus-coated balloon (SCB) for treating coronary and peripheral artery disease. It reviews long-term comparative data versus paclitaxel-coated balloons, application techniques, integration into current practices, and findings from major trials such as SIRONA and SIMPLE-DM,...
New strategies in STEMI treatments
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Investigate new strategies in STEMI treatment through data from international registries and clinical trials. This session examines the comparative efficacy of sirolimus versus paclitaxel-coated balloons, plaque modification in calcified lesions, novel cardioprotective techniques during primary PCI, and the role of AI-assisted ECG interpretation in STEMI pathways.
Innovative strategy in ACS
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Focusing on innovative strategies in acute coronary syndrome (ACS), this session reviews recent advances including drug-coated balloons in STEMI, early discharge safety guided by microcirculatory resistance indices, intravascular lithotripsy for coronary calcification in ACS, and novel stenting protocols demonstrated in randomized trials, providing a comprehensive update...
Sirolimus coated balloon for coronary artery disease and peripheral artery disease treatment: the new frontier
20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
This EuroPCR 2025 session delivers a comprehensive update on the MagicTouch sirolimus-coated balloon (SCB) and its expanding role in treating both coronary and peripheral artery disease (CAD/PAD). The session covers the extensive clinical trial program supporting MagicTouch as a versatile treatment option across multiple indications. It...
Hybrid procedure: Stent and DCB for a long diffuse lesion - LIVE case
05 Oct 2024 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2024
A 40-year-old male with no comorbidities presented an NSTEMI. The angiography showed a focus lesion on the mid-CX and a diffuse lesion on the mid and distal LAD. The LAD FFR are 0.49 with a diffuse pullback gradient.
After Stent in mid-CX guided by OCT, the operators...
Hemodynamic support during CTO PCI: to use it or not?
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session features selected EuroPCR 2024 Clinical Case submissions focused on the use of hemodynamic support devices during percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) for chronic total occlusions (CTO). Experts will present and discuss challenging cases where the use of devices like the Impella pump or pulsatile left...
Sirolimus-coated balloon: expanding the scope of indications for complex coronary artery disease treatment
14 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Watch this session to gain case-based insights on using DCBs in complex settings. Learn valuable tips and tricks for optimal DCB application, including the best timing and situations for their use. Discover how to effectively implement a hybrid strategy that combines DES and DCB when needed.
Intracoronary imaging in left main - Part 1
18 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Explore the world of intracoronary imaging in left main interventions in this session: discover a fascinating case report on overcoming left main stent pop-up, delve into the application of OCT-guided nano crush technique for left main bifurcation lesions, uncover the management of stent failure involving the...
Going down the road of coronary artery disease treatment: sirolimus-coated balloon and DES + DCB stent platform
16 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
What better way to talk about sirolimus-coated balloons than with real-life clinical cases? In this session, study the case of a 78-year-old man with crescendo angina and inferior wall ischaemia, or a 48-year-old woman with crescendo angina, type 2 DM and anterior wall hypokinesia with mild...
Management of PCI complications
16 May 2023 – From EuroPCR 2023
Listen to speakers explore the landscape of PCI complications, dissecting their impact, strategies for skillful management and ways to optimize patient outcomes. Advance your own understanding of this important problem and discover a range of approaches to mitigating it.
Sirolimus coated balloon: expanding the scope of coronary artery disease treatment
07 Oct 2022 – From AICT-ASIAPCR 2022
Consult this session to understand the technology and scientific evidence of the novel sirolimus drug-coated balloon, to learn its utility for PCI in a variety of lesion and patient subsets and to understand the evidence and outcomes in real-world patients.
The ability to transform coronary artery disease treatment: innovative nanotechnology-based sirolimus DES and DCB platforms
18 May 2022 – From EuroPCR 2022
Alexandre Abizaid, Marco Valgimigli, Fazila Malik, Luca Testa, Patrick W. Serruys, Damiano Regazzoli, Kumar Prathap, and Sandeep Basavarajaiah take turns in this session to discuss two innovative technologies: a stent platform with nanotechnology and a novel drug-coated balloon (DCB). These novel technologies both have unique features...
CTO cases for sharing
17 May 2022 – From EuroPCR 2022
Watch these videos to discover multiple CTO cases involving complications, and learn various tips and techniques to better face coronary perforation, epicardial collateral rupture, dissection, and much more!
Unusual case of STEMI - To stent or not to stent or any other alternative?
07 Mar 2022
A 70-year-old gentleman with background of hypertension and smoking presented with STEMI. Coronary angiogram showed ectasia in the mid and distal segment with heavy thrombus burden.
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MagicTouch sirolimus coated balloon continues to be the choice of treatment for CAD
19 May 2021 – From EuroPCR 2021
Watch this session presented by Antonio Colombo, Aloke Finn, Sandeep Basavarajaiah, Gianluca Caiazzo and Bernardo Cortese in order to know where to use a DCB in today's clinical practice, to learn about real-world case-based experience and interesting data presentation from various registries and clinical studies, and to understand the technology...
The future of PCI seems bright - The MagicTouch sirolimus-coated balloon
18 May 2021 – From EuroPCR 2021
Watch this session presented by Antonio Colombo, Bernardo Cortese and Sandeep Basavarajaiah in order to understand the strategy behind using a DCB as a proper solution for CAD and the result and potential of using a Sirolimus DCB in coronary intervention, as well as to get insights into real...
Case study: stent lost and retrieved
30 Jan 2019
Consult this clinical case a 72-year-old man with crescendo angina by S. Basavarajaiah and I. Mohammed on how to capture a stent loss to RCA into the ulnar artery.
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