Other coronary interventions

A 72-year-old male patient with stable coronary artery disease was admitted for recurrence of angina (CCS II/III). Coronary angiography revealed significant stenosis in the mid-portion of RCA. Ad hoc PCI of RCA was unsuccessful due to an uncrossable lesion...

In this case, the authors offer their perspective on treating a highly calcified circumflex coronary artery while dealing with a very unfavourable angle in a patient with extensive and known coronary disease.

Aaysha Cader provides her take on the ECLIPSE trial presented by Gregg W. Stone at ACC.25 in Chicago.

Luis Ortega-Paz interviews Deepak L. Bhatt about the results of the Phase 3 Reverse-it trial which he presented during the ACC.25 in Chicago.

A 76-year-old man with multiple cardiovascular risk factors presents with unstable angina, despite optimal medical therapy. Facing a complex, tight, and calcified lesion, the decision between PCI and CABG is critical. Join us as we discuss his diagnosis, risk assessment, and approach to treatment, and see...

NIRS-IVUS offers precise assessment of coronary artery pathology but is invasive and limited in scope, while CCTA is emerging as a non-invasive alternative for comprehensive plaque evaluation.

The post-hoc analysis found that quantitative flow ratio (QFR)-based deferral of coronary artery revascularisation resulted in a higher incidence of 1-year major adverse cardiac events (MACE) as compared with fractional flow reserve (FFR)-based deferral.

Dive into this 'Interventional potpourri' session for a diverse array of captivating case studies and innovative techniques in interventional cardiology. Explore an anomalous right coronary artery origin, tackle a complex and poorly understood lesion, discover the integration of artificial intelligence in stentless PCI, and master the...

Explore this comprehensive session on CTO interventions, where seasoned interventional cardiologists share their invaluable tips and tricks for navigating even the most complex cases. Discover how to handle unforeseen complications, tackle challenging scenarios like left main disease with left anterior descending artery CTO, and learn the...

Discover strategies to transform the cath lab into an attractive and rewarding work environment. This session delves into the crucial aspects of training new colleagues and cultivating a positive well-being culture. Learn effective techniques to onboard and develop your team, ensuring they not only excel in...