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Interventional pot pourri #2
19 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
This interventional potpourri session covers a diverse range of challenging cases in interventional cardiology. From a case of failed balloon angioplasty in a non-dilatable calcified lesion to an innovative approach for treating isolated side branch osteal lesions, this session offers valuable insights and practical solutions. Discover...
Caught between a calcified rock and a hard place
19 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
This session delves into the challenges of managing heavily calcified coronary lesions, particularly in complex scenarios like left main bifurcation angioplasty and in elderly patients with unstable angina. Explore innovative techniques to tackle abrupt vessel closure, situations where rotablation may fall short, and state-of-the-art approaches for...
Left main bifurcation instent restenosis - LIVE case
18 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
A 76-year-old male with a history of LM PCI (2-stent strategy), RCA PCI, reduced LV function (25%), diabetes, and CKD presented with worsening angina. Angiography revealed in-stent restenosis at the ostium of the LAD and CX, along with RCA occlusion.
The procedure was performed with axillary Impella...
Complications and challenging cases #1 in interventional cardiology
18 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
This session delves into a range of complex and challenging cases in interventional cardiology. Explore a coronary balloon fracture compromising the vascularization of the forearm after a radial approach PCI, as well as strategies for surviving the storm during challenging procedures. Discover an emergency transcutaneous balloon...
How to deal with PCI complications
18 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
Interventional cardiology is not without its challenges. This session delves into the management of complex PCI complications, equipping you with the knowledge and techniques to prevent, recognize, and effectively handle life-threatening situations. From the dreaded 'no-flow' scenario to the most intricate perforations and massive thrombus burdens,...
Fostering patient care with calcium management solution
18 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
This sponsored session by Abbott explores the value of intracoronary imaging in managing calcified lesions. Learn how to adopt appropriate procedural strategies, utilize orbital atherectomy for plaque modification, and optimize stent results through the insights gained from a live case presentation and debriefing. Discover how these...
“Big and heavy” – TAVI in a severely calcified aortic stenosis with large annulus
22 Nov 2024
An 89-year-old male presented with worsening HF symptoms and a history of permanent AF and chronic renal failure. TTE confirmed severe AS, while coronary angiography revealed single vessel disease. He was referred to a heart valve center for further evaluation, where multislice computed tomography showed a...

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A large-scale, randomized trial of orbital atherectomy vs. conventional balloon angioplasty in severely calcified coronary arteries prior to DES implantation (ECLIPSE)
30 Oct 2024
Nicola Ryan provides her take on the ECLIPSE trial presented by Ajay J. Kirtane at TCT 2024 in Washington.

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Navigating the challenges of calcified lesions
05 Oct 2024 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2024
Delve into a collection of challenging cases focused on the management of calcified coronary lesions, submitted to the AICT-AsiaPCR 2024 conference. Discover innovative techniques and strategies for tackling heavily calcified vessels, including the use of specialized tools like intravascular lithotripsy and rotational atherectomy. Gain valuable insights...
Complex calcified left main bifurcation - LIVE case
05 Oct 2024 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2024
An 82-year-old woman with diabetes, hypertension, a history of Micra and RCA PCI 2 years later, was admitted for NSTEMI. The coronary angiography showed a very calcified distal left main stenosis, a significant and calcified ostial LAD stenosis (medina: 1 1 0), confirmed by IVUS. She...