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"Rock" around the clock: differential use of the dedicated tools to deal with coronary calcific lesions
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session, with the collaboration of the Argentinian College of Interventional Cardioangiologists (CACI), Italian Society of Interventional Cardiology (SICI-GISE) and Interventional Department of the Chilean Society of Cardiology, provides insights on modern treatment algorithms for calcific coronary lesions. It covers best practices for different devices to...
The challenge with ostial CTO lesions
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session comprises selected EuroPCR 2024 Clinical Case submissions focused on the challenges in treating ostial chronic total occlusion (CTO) lesions. It covers various case presentations and discussions, including the use of specialized techniques and devices to tackle calcified and stumpless ostial right coronary artery CTOs,...
Which techniques to improve results of PCI in calcified lesions
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session comprises selected EuroPCR 2024 Clinical Case submissions focused on techniques to improve PCI outcomes in calcified lesions. It covers various case presentations and discussions, including the use of imaging to guide therapy for calcified noduli, planning strategies for tortuous and calcified lesions, managing balloon-undilatable...
Complications in CTO: is there a bailout?
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Watch this session on CTO complications and explore unique challenges and solutions, including a retrograde CTO technique with a twist, an unexpected outcome in a right coronary artery case, and an atypical perforation caused by an unexpected equipment issue. You’ll also see how a guide wire...
How to obtain the best PCI results in calcified lesions
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session features selected clinical case submissions that explore various strategies and techniques for achieving optimal PCI outcomes in patients with calcified coronary lesions. Participants will learn about plaque modification approaches, the use of IVUS guidance, and innovative ways to overcome the challenges posed by heavily...
First results of randomised trials on advanced plaque modification techniques and intracoronary imaging
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session presents the first results of randomized trials investigating the use of advanced plaque modification techniques, such as rotational atherectomy, lithotripsy, and laser atherectomy, as well as the role of intracoronary imaging (OCT and IVUS) in guiding percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). The session aims to...
Essentials in the management of calcified coronary stenosis
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session focuses on the essentials of managing calcified coronary stenosis, including diagnostic pitfalls, selection strategies for appropriate plaque modification devices, and the safe and effective adoption of specific tools and techniques. Through interactive case discussions, attendees will learn how to effectively evaluate and treat calcified...
Cracking the calcium code - Novelty and utility of Hertz Contact intravascular lithotripsy
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Follow this session to learn about the novel HC-IVL system, its application for moderate to severe calcified lesions, and procedural tips. The LithiX Hertz Contact IVL addresses unmet needs in coronary artery calcification by offering a simplified workflow with fewer devices and effective treatment for difficult...
Innovations and novel strategies in CTO PCI
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session showcases innovative and novel strategies for the percutaneous treatment of chronic total occlusions (CTO) in the coronary arteries. Attendees will learn about techniques such as subintimal rotational ablation with retrograde guidance, external calcium modification, and the use of intravascular lithotripsy to optimize stenting in...
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.
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