Stents, scaffolds and DCB

Latest Stents, scaffolds and DCB content in interventional cardiology - research, practice, and education

Since 1986, when the first cardiovascular stent was implanted, the development of drug-eluting stents (DES) and the recent introduction of bioresorbable scaffolds have revolutionised interventional cardiology. Keep up-to-date with the latest research; evolving tools, devices and techniques; the role of adjunctive pharmacotherapy; advances in imaging techniques as well as the use of invasive imaging and functional assessment. Find out more…

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Very resistant stenosis in stent failure - LIVE Case

11 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

A 57-year-old male with a history of multivessel PCI—LAD and LCX stents in 2012 and RCA CTO stent in 2022—presented with normal LV function. He was asymptomatic but had a positive nuclear stress test. Control angiography showed suboptimal left coronary arteries with negative iFR. However, there...

Very resistant stenosis in stent failure - LIVE Case

Coronary complications and rescue cases

11 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

This compelling session addresses complex coronary complications and rescue cases encountered in the cath lab. Through a series of challenging case studies, it highlights critical scenarios such as silent coronary artery threats, procedural nightmares, coronary perforations, and innovative rescue strategies that transform high-risk situations into successful...

Coronary complications and rescue cases

DCB in diffuse disease and small vessels: LIVE Educational Case from National University Heart Centre - Singapore

10 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

This educational session focuses on the application of drug-coated balloons (DCB) in the management of diffuse coronary disease and small vessel pathology. It guides clinicians in identifying suitable lesion subsets, optimizing lesion preparation using advanced imaging and physiological assessments, and determining the appropriate timing to transition...

Coronary interventions: access, devices and outcomes

10 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

This session delves into the latest developments in coronary interventions, highlighting advances in vascular access techniques, innovative devices, and clinical outcomes. Topics include endothelial progenitor cell dysfunction in restenosis, the efficacy of distal radial artery (DRA) puncture and sheathless catheters in underserved areas, the use of...

NSTEMI, complex ACS and anatomy

10 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

This session focuses on complex cases involving non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI), acute coronary syndromes (ACS), and challenging coronary anatomy. It presents unique clinical scenarios such as pediatric rescue PCI, management of significant distal lesions with proximal PCI, anatomical variations complicating interventions, mixed cardiovascular disease management,...

STEMI, thrombus and emergencies

10 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

Focused on STEMI and acute thrombotic emergencies, this session presents a series of challenging cases involving heavy thrombus burden, acute total occlusions, and complex primary angioplasty scenarios. It explores innovative approaches beyond stenting, the role of drug-coated balloons in plaque erosion, and strategic decision-making in managing...

Complex coronary challenges and anomalies

10 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

This session explores complex coronary challenges and anatomical anomalies encountered in clinical practice. Topics include management of thrombus showers from unexpected culprits, ultra-low contrast angioplasty in mesenteric ischemia, advanced bifurcation PCI techniques with IVUS guidance, and troubleshooting difficult stent delivery scenarios in calcified lesions and challenging...

Device-related complications and innovative solutions

10 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

Examine a comprehensive overview of device-related complications encountered during interventional cardiology procedures and the innovative solutions designed to overcome these challenges. This session features diverse case studies including stent dislodgement, aorto-ostial calcified vessel interventions, balloon entrapment, and rare anatomical fistula closures, illustrating practical management strategies.

Best Clinical Cases of AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

10 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025

This session showcases the best clinical cases from AICT-AsiaPCR 2025, highlighting complex scenarios such as post-trauma ST-elevations, transcatheter aortic valve implantation complexities, CTO-PCI in high-bleeding-risk patients, and challenging device retrievals. It emphasizes clinical decision-making and innovative interventional techniques in diverse cardiac pathologies.

PCR @ TCT 2025 - Get the international perspective!

15 Oct 2025

Thanks to the contribution of a team of interventional cardiologists from around the globe, get the international perspective on Late-breaking Clinical Trials and Science released at TCT 2025 - check out the list below.

PCRonline @ TCT 2025 - get the international perspective!