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TAVI and Mitral: Advanced techniques for complex valve interventions
05 Oct 2024 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2024
Delve into this captivating session showcasing a diverse range of TAVI and mitral valve interventions from the AICT-AsiaPCR 2024 conference. Witness the navigation of complex cases, including a mitral valve-in-ring procedure, a percutaneous mitral commissurotomy in a pregnant patient, and the management of unexpected complications during...

AICT-AsiaPCR 2024 Opening ceremony
04 Oct 2024 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2024
In the AICT-AsiaPCR 2024 opening ceremony, discover the key figures, explore the programme, and learn about the national societies and working groups involved. Highlights include the Chien Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award in cardiovascular intervention, the nomination of the APSIC Fellows 2024, and insights into Asia Intervention...

AICT-AsiaPCR 2024 Awards ceremony
05 Oct 2024 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2024
Join us for this exciting awards ceremony, where you'll first meet the three winners selected from 322 candidates across 27 countries who received accolades for the best clinical cases. Witness the presentation of the award-winning case titled 'Percutaneous Intervention of Stuck Prosthetic Mitral Valve'. Following that,...

AICT-AsiaPCR 2024 Closing ceremony
05 Oct 2024 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2024
As the 2024 edition of AICT-AsiaPCR comes to a close, this special ceremony offers a moment to thank everyone who contributed to its success. It’s a chance to reflect on the highlights and achievements of the event, supported by memorable images, while also offering a preview...

Latest advances in interventional cardiology: Top abstracts on TAVI, PCI, and mitral valve repair
04 Oct 2024 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2024
Discover the cutting-edge research and innovative solutions presented in the 'Best Abstracts of AICT-AsiaPCR 2024' session. This curated selection showcases the latest advancements in interventional cardiology, from groundbreaking comparisons of transcatheter mitral valve repair techniques to the impact of cerebral embolic protection devices in TAVI procedures....

New evidence on TAVI from PCR Companions
17 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session features selected EuroPCR 2024 abstract submissions presenting the latest evidence on TAVI. Topics include device success in valve-in-valve TAVI, next-day discharge after TAVI, comparative network meta-analysis of PCI strategies in TAVI patients, factors associated with thrombosis treatment response, and outcomes of a novel balloon-expandable...

Imaging and physiology guided PCI
17 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session features selected EuroPCR 2024 clinical case submissions showcasing the use of imaging and physiology guidance during PCI. Cases cover topics such as managing cardiac arrest during PCI, virtual reality-guided PCI, low-contrast PCI in multivessel disease, and the comprehensive assessment of obstructive and non-obstructive coronary...

Synergistic use of calcium modification devices for treatment of severely calcified lesion
04 Oct 2024 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2024
Explore this live educational case from Liverpool Hospital in Sydney, Australia, as we delve into the synergistic use of calcium modification devices for the treatment of severely calcified lesions. Gain insights into the role of intracoronary imaging in selecting the appropriate calcium modification devices and learn...

NSTEMI case studies: Innovative solutions for calcified lesions and coronary leaks
04 Oct 2024 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2024
Dive into this comprehensive NSTEMI session, featuring a selection of compelling clinical case submissions from AICT-AsiaPCR 2024. Explore various challenging scenarios, including the management of calcified coronary interventions, plugging leaks, addressing severe calcified lesions with rotational atherectomy, and navigating refractory in-stent restenosis. Discover innovative approaches and...

Alain G. Cribier
07 Nov 2017
In 2002, Alain Cribier revolutionised the field by introducing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) as a complementary technique to surgery. Find out more about his early life and studies.

Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI)
10 Sep 2025
Aortic stenosis (AS) is the most common valvular heart disease leading to intervention. It is characterized by progression from leaflet thickening and calcification to significant haemodynamic stenosis which results in disease-specific symptoms and physical limitations as well as poor prognosis and impaired quality of life if...
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Aortic stenosis prevalence and balloon aortic valvuloplasty
08 Nov 2017
The transformation in the field of interventional cardiology is unprecedented. Today, interventional cardiology encompasses an ever-growing list of diagnostic and therapeutic percutaneous procedures performed in the cathlab.

PCRonline announces its new Editor-in-Chief!
14 Feb 2020
Salvatore Brugaletta is an Interventional Cardiologist at the “Hospital Clínic de Barcelona”, Spain and associate professor of Medicine at the University of Barcelona. Highly skilled in Clinical Research, Medical Education and Medical Devices with strong commitment inside medical communities, he received two PhD degrees focused on interventional cardiology from Erasmus University (Rotterdam,...

In remembrance of Alain Cribier
17 Feb 2024
It is with great sadness that PCR and the interventional cardiology community learnt of the death of Professor Alain Cribier, pioneer in the non-invasive treatment of valvular disease, superb doctor and professor of medicine and great humanist whose concern and care for his patients went beyond...

Elixir Medical completes enrollment in BIOADAPTOR randomized controlled trial of Dynamx Coronary Bioadaptor System
15 Feb 2022

30 years of primary PCI – a tale of perseverance
16 May 2023
Over the last 30 years, primary PCI (pPCI) has evolved from an experimental ‘rescue’ intervention to an essential routine procedure – performed daily in cathlabs around the world – which is responsible for saving millions of lives. However, its path to success was far from smooth.

Dynamx bioadaptor restores rotational motion and vessel stress reduction in new study
02 Jun 2022

A review of the 2024 ESC Guidelines on elevated blood pressure and hypertension
13 Nov 2024
Lucas Lauder and Felix Mahfoud provide a summary of the ESC Guidelines on elevated blood pressure and hypertension presented by John William McEvoy and Rhian Touyz at ESC Congress 2024 in London.

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Drug-coated balloon (DCB) technology: A pioneer’s view of the historical evolution and future directions
08 Jan 2025
In this article, Bruno Scheller explores advances in local drug delivery, from drug-coated balloons to novel antiproliferative agents. These innovations aim to reduce restenosis, minimize permanent implants, and pave the way for patient-specific coronary artery disease treatments.

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