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Management of ACS patient with cardiogenic shock
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session focuses on the management of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) patients with cardiogenic shock. It covers the differences between various mechanical support devices, discusses how to integrate RCT-derived data into clinical practice, and explores the best use of mechanical support devices. The session features case...

Complex coronary artery disease: how to use intracoronary imaging in daily practice challenges?
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session, in collaboration with various cardiology societies, focuses on the use of intracoronary imaging to optimize percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in complex coronary artery disease. It presents case studies demonstrating the role of imaging-based assessment of coronary calcified lesions, the importance of a standardized imaging...

Abstracts from the Call for submissions - Nurses and Allied Professionals
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session features selected abstracts from the call for submissions, focusing on the contributions of nurses and allied health professionals in the field of interventional cardiology. The presentations cover topics such as patient experience in the TAVI process, insights into the use of intravascular imaging and...

Calcified left main PCI strategies
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session showcases selected clinical case submissions from EuroPCR 2024, focusing on strategies for managing calcified left main coronary lesions. Attendees will explore various approaches, including the use of specialized techniques and devices, to safely and effectively treat these complex lesions. Interactive discussions will provide valuable...

The uncrossable lesion
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session delves into the challenges of dealing with uncrossable and heavily calcified coronary lesions. It features a variety of cases showcasing the use of specialized techniques and tools, such as the excimer laser, to overcome these obstacles. The session emphasizes the importance of troubleshooting, utilizing...

PCI complications: stay vigilant to prevent, recognise and manage
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session focuses on recognizing and managing serious PCI complications, with a particular emphasis on unique coronary artery disease presentations in Middle Eastern patients. Through interactive case discussions, attendees will learn how to prevent, identify, and effectively manage complications such as no-reflow, side branch compromise, and...

Vulnerable plaque identification and treatment
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session focuses on the role of non-invasive and intra-coronary imaging in the identification and management of vulnerable plaque. Participants will explore the use of CCTA and intracoronary imaging techniques, such as IVUS, to diagnose vulnerable atherosclerosis. The session also evaluates the evidence supporting conservative or...

PCI of calcified lesions
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session delves into the treatment of calcified lesions, providing a comprehensive overview of contemporary tools and techniques for optimal plaque modification. Attendees will learn through a series of case presentations, where experts dissect challenging cases involving severe coronary calcification, including in the left main trunk....

Other coronary interventions: SSO2, angioPy & more
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session showcases a diverse array of innovative coronary interventions and technologies, including the use of super-saturated oxygen therapy in STEMI, the validation of intracoronary flow velocity measurement, the application of laser and optics-based coronary intravascular lithotripsy, and the development of contrast-free and X-ray-free PCI techniques....

How to solve tricky coronary complications
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
From balloon rupture during double-kissing crush stenting to a successful bailout for delayed coronary obstruction post-TAVI, and an unforeseen complication after chimney stenting in a high-risk patient, the session covers it all. Learn about the nuclear mushroom phenomenon during PCI in a calcified LAD, strategies for...
