3646 results for «2611»
3646 results
Calcium in the coronary arteries - What could go wrong?
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into the complexities of treating calcified coronary artery lesions, highlighting strategic selection of PCI approaches, anticipation of potential complications, and agile adaptation of techniques to manage these challenges effectively. Featuring real-world cases from Ireland and the United Kingdom, it provides critical learnings on...
All you need to know - Intracoronary imaging for vulnerable plaque
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session provides a comprehensive overview of vulnerable plaque pathophysiology and the role of intracoronary imaging in its identification. It assesses treatment options, including the potential role of preventative PCI and intensive medical therapy, to guide clinical decision-making in managing plaque vulnerability.
Challenges for TAVI in bicuspid
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the unique challenges encountered during transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) in patients with bicuspid aortic valves. It covers procedural nuances for type 0 bicuspid valves, risks associated with anomalous coronary anatomy, and complex anatomical considerations such as large annulus and tortuous aorta, culminating...
Is there a rule for DCB in ACS setting?
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session examines the application of drug-coated balloons (DCB) in the acute coronary syndrome (ACS) setting, comparing outcomes with drug-eluting stents (DES). It discusses the impact of intraluminal thrombus, real-world registry data on DCB-first strategies in STEMI, and multicentre experiences with DCB use in STEMI and...
Asymptomatic high-risk patients: can CT coronary angiography improve our practice?
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session examines the role of cardiac computed tomography (CT) coronary angiography in improving clinical practice for asymptomatic high-risk patients. It discusses detection of vulnerable plaque features, the importance of inflammation and physiology in risk assessment, and explores individualized treatment pathways including PCI, medical therapy, or...
How should I treat my CTO? Adapting to local conditions
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into managing chronic total occlusions (CTO) under resource-limited conditions, highlighting the essential CTO toolbox and strategic procedural planning. It emphasizes that an antegrade-first approach, often with dual arterial access, can achieve high success in many CTO cases, illustrated through complex real-world cases from...
Beyond coronary arteries: SVG and peripheral interventions
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session expands focus beyond coronary arteries to cover interventions in saphenous vein grafts (SVG) and peripheral arteries. It reviews long-term clinical outcomes of SVG PCI, real-world data from coronary artery bypass graft interventions, and advances in ultrasound-guided treatments of peripheral artery lesions, including predictors of...
Shock: enhancing our pathways of care
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session explores advancements in the management pathways for patients experiencing cardiogenic shock, particularly those complicating STEMI. It discusses patient characteristics, timing of PCI procedures, updated SCAI shock staging, representation in clinical trials, and angiographic findings in shockable out-of-hospital cardiac arrest cases, aiming to enhance clinical...
Challenges in treating tricuspid regurgitation
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the complexities of treating tricuspid regurgitation, offering insights into tailored treatment options and complication management. Through detailed case studies from China and Germany, it highlights practical approaches and bailout strategies for tricuspid valve interventions.
TAVI sub-studies - Beyond the primary endpoint
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session reviews key sub-studies from major TAVI trials that extend beyond primary endpoints to provide a deeper understanding of valve performance and patient outcomes. It covers comparisons between balloon-expandable and self-expanding valves, long-term real-world data on the Myval valve, echocardiographic outcomes, composite endpoint analyses, and...
Overcoming challenging anatomy in calcified lesion PCI
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session focuses on overcoming the challenges posed by complex anatomical variations in calcified lesion PCI. Experts present advanced techniques and hybrid solutions for difficult bifurcation angles, aorto-ostial lesions, and other complex scenarios, emphasizing both innovative and simplified approaches to achieve procedural success.
From wires to knives: CABG essentials every cathlab nurse and allied professional should know
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session is designed to equip cathlab nurses and allied professionals with essential knowledge about Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG). It covers the indications for CABG, relevant cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, and the importance of effective communication with patients undergoing CABG procedures. Practical walkthroughs of angiograms...
Bifurcation failure: the realities and strategies for avoidance
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the challenges associated with bifurcation lesion PCI, focusing on procedural complications, novel classification systems for in-stent restenosis, and plaque characterization near side branches. It reviews clinical outcomes of Drug-Coated Balloon (DCB) treatments for side branch lesions, the influence of drug-eluting balloon strategies, and...
Spontaneous coronary artery dissection management with intracoronary imaging
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Explore the nuanced management of spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) with a focus on intracoronary imaging. This session examines diagnostic challenges, the limited role of coronary CT angiography, and strategies for managing occlusive SCAD cases, highlighting the evolving understanding of this complex condition.
Updates in tricuspid TEER
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session offers comprehensive updates on transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) for tricuspid valve disease. It reviews meta-analyses on outcomes in patients with cardiac implantable electronic device leads, long-term trial results, echocardiographic and clinical outcomes, right ventricular mechanics, risk scoring, and the impact of renal function and...
Spectrum of cardiogenic shock
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into the broad spectrum of cardiogenic shock phenotypes, emphasizing the importance of selecting appropriate left ventricular support tailored to specific clinical scenarios. It offers critical insights into the timing of mechanical circulatory support and revascularisation strategies to optimize patient outcomes.
Best structural complications
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session highlights the management of complex structural complications encountered in high-risk valve interventions. It covers troubleshooting in mitral annular calcification, challenges with the BASILICA technique, creative bailouts for valve embolisation, and considerations in leaflet management during aortic stenosis procedures.
Controversies and conversations in TAVI
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses key controversies and discussions in transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), including the role of invasive coronary angiography prior to TAVI, use of cangrelor during combined TAVI and high-risk PCI, and discrepancies in aortic valve stenosis assessment methods. Additional topics cover operator models, valve...
TAVI procedural complications - Part 4: vascular complications, coronary issues and more
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses a spectrum of procedural complications encountered in TAVI, focusing on vascular issues, coronary challenges, and device-related difficulties. Case presentations include partial prosthesis expansion, emergency thoracic aortic stenting, repeat balloon valvuloplasty, revascularization dilemmas, and complex valve-in-valve procedures. The discussion provides practical perspectives on managing...
Tough scenarios in multivessel disease
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses challenging scenarios in multivessel coronary artery disease (CAD), particularly when surgical options are limited. Case discussions include IVUS-guided PCI with rotational atherectomy, management of combined severe aortic stenosis and multivessel disease, acute mitral regurgitation with cardiogenic shock, anomalous coronary anatomy, severe kidney disease,...