Thisara Samarawickrama
Latest contributions
Challenging cases in calcified lesions PCI
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses challenging cases in PCI of heavily calcified lesions. It covers unexpected complications such as silent shockwave failures, interventions in calcified Kawasaki disease, delayed coronary obstructions post-TAVI, and complex left main bifurcation lesions. The session underscores the perseverance required to successfully navigate these demanding...
Left main complications - Part 2
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session covers intricate complications involving the left main coronary artery (LMCA), highlighting cases of catheter-induced dissections, challenges in chronic total occlusion (CTO) PCI, and rare scenarios such as stent entrapment and complex re-interventions. Emphasis is placed on the critical utility of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) and...
Tough scenarios in multivessel disease
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses challenging scenarios in multivessel coronary artery disease (CAD), particularly when surgical options are limited. Case discussions include IVUS-guided PCI with rotational atherectomy, management of combined severe aortic stenosis and multivessel disease, acute mitral regurgitation with cardiogenic shock, anomalous coronary anatomy, severe kidney disease,...
PCI of bifurcation lesions: management of complications - Part 3
17 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session features additional selected EuroPCR 2024 clinical case submissions focusing on the management of complications during PCI of bifurcation lesions. Cases cover topics such as iatrogenic left main endarterectomy, left main dissections, and unexpected complications during various bifurcation stenting techniques. Discussions emphasize the importance of...
Complication occurring during PCI of calcified coronary lesions
17 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Join this in-depth session on the complications encountered during PCI of calcified coronary lesions, featuring real-world challenges like no flow with coronary dissection, stuck wires, and non-dilatable lesions. From the "Kokeshi phenomenon" to IVL-induced RCA dissection, this session highlights key lessons and red flags, emphasizing the...
