3854 results for «2024»
3854 results
Learning from the Masters - Key learnings from 20 years of transcatheter edge-to-edge repair
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Maurizio Taramasso interviews Ottavio Alfieri, a pioneering figure in valve surgery and a key contributor to the development of transcatheter edge-to-edge repair, honored with the Ethica Award at the 2024 edition of #europcr. Ottavio Alfieri discusses his journey to becoming a cardiac surgeon, the genesis of...
IVORY FINALE study: Low-dose interleukin-2 for the reduction of vascular inflammation in ACS - Clinical outcomes and follow-up
31 Aug 2024
Aaysha Cader interviews Rouchelle Sriranjan about the results of the IVORY and IVORY 2 trials which she presented at the ESC Congress 2024 in London.
The trials examined low-dose interleukin-2 therapy to reduce arterial inflammation in acute coronary syndrome patients. The study found a 7.7% reduction in arterial inflammation...
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Predictors and clinical relevance of residual tricuspid regurgitation after transcatheter repair
29 Apr 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Curious about the latest advancements in transcatheter tricuspid valve interventions? Don't miss this discussion between Philipp Lurz and Lukas Stolz as they delve into the topic of residual tricuspid regurgitation after transcatheter repair—a challenge that still needs improvement despite significant progress.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) in interventional cardiology
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Watch this discussion with Jan McCloud, Bram Van Ginneken, Niels Van Royen, and Richard Rapoza as they distinguish between artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, explore AI's impact on interventional cardiology, and Abbott's integration of AI. They also delve into AI's challenges, including algorithm development complexities...
EARTH-STEMI - Complete vs. culprit-only revascularisation in older STEMI patients
03 Sep 2024
Aaysha Cader interviews Gianluca Campo about the EARTH-STEMI trial he presented at ESC Congress 2024 in London.
This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate a large cohort of STEMI patients, predominantly comorbid, with a mean age of 79 and extended long-term follow-up. The key findings revealed that complete revascularisation reduced the...
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How can multi modality imaging contribute to the assessment of multivalve disease?
25 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Interested in how multi-modality imaging aids in evaluating? Joao Cavalcante and Madalina Garbi explore the challenges of relying solely on echocardiography for diagnosing multivalve disease and explain how techniques like CT and MRI improve the accuracy of assessing valve severity, heart chamber remodeling and support decision-making...
RESHAPE-HF2 - Percutaneous repair of moderate-to-severe or severe functional mitral regurgitation in patients with symptomatic heart failure
01 Sep 2024
Nicola Ryan provides her take on the RESHAPE-HF2 trial presented by Stefan Anker at the ESC Congress 2024 in London and simultaneously published in the NEJM.
The RESHAPE-HF 2 trial is a prospective randomised control trial comparing transcatheter mitral valve repair (TEER) and guideline-directed medical therapy to guideline-directed medical...
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Focus on Jon DeHaan Foundation Award for Innovation in Cardiology
18 Jun 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Join Tom DeHaan, Rishi Puri, and Robert Schwartz as they delve into the history and purpose of the Jon DeHaan Foundation. Learn about the prestigious award's latest winner, the A-FLUX coronary sinus reducer, and the journey that led to this achievement. Discover how recognizing innovative and...
How the latest recommendations on MINOCA can impact our practice
14 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Join Vijay Kunadian and Salvatore Brugaletta as they talk about the latest ESC guidelines for MINOCA (Myocardial Infarction with Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries). Together, they review the crucial aspects of identifying MINOCA patients, how to diagnose them effectively using available diagnostic tools and the importance of post-treatment...
ShortCut leads the way for leaflet modification
14 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Check out this interview with Philippe Genereux, Danny Dvir and Susheel Kodali, where they discuss the ShortCut trial. Learn about the ShortCut device, the first tool for splitting leaflets in valve-in-valve procedures. Hear key insights, including the dual splitting technique, comparisons between BASILICA and ShortCut, and...
AID-ANGIO study: performing ad hoc microvascular assessment during diagnostic coronary angiography
14 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Christopher Cook interviews Javier Escaned to unravel the AID-ANGIO study, probing its purpose, methodology, and key outcomes. This study aimed to showcase the viability, safety, and diagnostic benefits of performing invasive functional testing ad hoc in managing patients with chronic coronary syndromes.
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Drug-coated balloon PCI for de novo lesions: when and how?
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Michael Haude and Michael Lee discuss various aspects of DCB PCI, emphasizing lesion preparation, dissection management, and the role of imaging and physiology. They touch upon ongoing studies comparing DCB PCI with DES PCI, consider the duration of DAPT in ACS and non-ACS cases, and explore...
What are the key considerations for first-time TAVI in a patient with long life expectancy?
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Interviewed by Dan Blackman, Philip Maccarthy discusses the rising trend of TAVI in younger patients and emphasizes optimizing first-TAVI procedure outcomes for long-term durability. He highlights considerations such as haemodynamics, low gradient, and minimizing paravalvular leak (PVL), as well as the importance of coronary access and...
When and how to treat the side branch in non-left main bifurcations?
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
In this video, Jens Flensted Lassen and Thomas Cuisset discuss the importance of the side branch during bifurcation percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). They emphasize that while there is no perfect solution for all patients, decisions must be tailored to each individual case, often influenced by the patient's...
Clinical experience with DurAVR THV: a new class, biomimetic TAVI
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Join Azeem Latib, Christopher Meduri, and Nicolas Van Mieghem as they explore the history of cutting-edge tissue science in the TAVI space. Learn about the development of a biomimetic aortic valve design and insights from the DurAVR FIH study on this balloon-expandable platform. Discover the link...
First clinical evidence from a new transcatheter solution utilizing cross-caval anchoring for untreatable TR
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Join Philipp Lurz and Rodrigo Estevez Loureiro as they discuss with Marta Sitges a groundbreaking treatment for tricuspid regurgitation involving the implantation of heterotopic prostheses. They emphasize the harmful effects of backward failure, describe the innovative cross-caval approach, and introduce the Trillium™ and Unica™ devices. This...
Sensor-Guided TAVI using the SavvyWire Pre-Shaped Pressure Guidewire
16 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
In this roundtable discussion, Ole De Backer and Danny Dvir explore the potential of the new SavvyWire to enhance #TAVI procedures by improving safety and efficiency while reducing the need for multiple manipulations. They also highlight how real-time left ventricle monitoring during procedures can lead to...
Acute coronary syndromes: summary of the 2023 ESC Guidelines - a new chapter in The PCR Textbook
18 Jun 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
Join Piera Capranzano and Robert Byrne in this video to delve into the new chapter of The PCR Textbook on the 2023 ESC guidelines for acute coronary syndromes. This chapter highlights key points for interventional cardiologists, focusing on invasive management, antiplatelet and anti-thrombotic therapy, and revascularization...
Focus on EAPCI PCR Fellows Course
18 Jun 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
In celebration of the tenth anniversary of the EAPCI PCR Fellows Course, Gabor Toth interviews Chiara De Biase about the initial target participants of the Course, the topics covered during this one-day event, and the decision to exclude structural topics to promote the PCR London Valves...
Empowering European Healthcare Systems: RESIL-Card, an EU4Health Project, Launches to Enhance Cardiovascular Care Resilience
19 Jan 2024
Paris, 18 January 2024: The consortium and supporting partners that make up the RESIL-Card project kick-started the venture on 1st December 2023.
The 3-year project received a funding grant from the European Commission under the EU4Health Work Programme to strengthen European healthcare systems in providing continuity of care for...
