3631 results for «708»
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Physiological vs. anatomical assessment of multivessel disease patients
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into the comparative benefits of physiological versus anatomical assessment in patients with multivessel coronary disease, focusing particularly on myocardial infarction cases. Attendees will explore how coronary physiology can guide complete revascularisation, the added value of physiological assessment beyond conventional angiography, and the selection...
Refining PCI plannings and decision-making with novel technologies
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session highlights cutting-edge technologies that enhance PCI planning and decision-making. It covers the clinical populations benefiting from QFR-guided revascularisation, prognostic insights from radial wall strain in DCB-treated vessels, and advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning to assess ischemia and predict PCI outcomes, especially in...
TAVI interventions for all? From congenital bicuspid valve towards valve-in-valve challenging cases
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into the complexities of TAVI interventions across diverse challenging cases, including congenital bicuspid valves and valve-in-valve scenarios. It emphasizes complication prevention, decision-making for the Unicorn technique, and the critical role of pre-procedural imaging, illustrated through detailed case studies from Estonia, the Netherlands, and...
Antithrombotic strategies in challenging clininal scenarios
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents a comprehensive overview of antithrombotic strategies tailored to challenging clinical scenarios. Topics include management in elderly patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing DES implantation, the use of low-dose Cangrelor and Bivalirudin during PCI under ECMO in cardiac arrest, polymer types in stents, and timing...
Optimising the results of non-left main bifurcation PCI
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session focuses on optimizing outcomes in non-left main bifurcation PCI by emphasizing lesion preparation and stent sizing guided by intravascular imaging. It integrates physiological and imaging assessments for confident final result evaluation and discusses criteria for selecting upfront two-stent strategies in bifurcation lesions.
Advancing TAVI practice
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Advancing TAVI practice is the focus of this session, addressing antiplatelet therapy choices, novel transcatheter treatments for pure aortic regurgitation, early hemodynamic valve deterioration as a prognostic marker, prosthesis-patient mismatch in redo-TAVI, pioneering valve-in-mechanical valve interventions, and comprehensive core-lab evaluation of implantation depth and clinical outcomes.
TAVI procedural complications - Part 7: coronary protection, valve embolisation, and more
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses complex procedural complications in TAVI, featuring challenging cases such as rupture of the sinus of Valsalva, innovative bailouts for valve embolisation, mechanisms of aorta-right ventricular fistula post-TAVI, and management strategies for failed surgical aortic valves after endocarditis.
TAVI - Procedural strategy
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session focuses on procedural strategies for TAVI, examining the influence of coronary artery disease severity on PCI decision-making, revascularisation approaches in high-bleeding risk patients, the role of CT imaging and implant depth in procedural planning, and comparative evaluation of pre-dilatation versus direct valve implantation in...
Is DCB the new gold standard for side branch treatment in bifurcation?
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session explores the emerging role of drug-coated balloons (DCB) as a potential new standard for side branch treatment in bifurcation lesions. It focuses on selecting appropriate indications, optimal vessel preparation and delivery timing, and executing stepwise DCB strategies versus hybrid approaches to maximize clinical outcomes.
When a primary PCI goes wrong
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session investigates complications encountered during primary percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI). It covers management of no-reflow phenomena, innovative guide extension catheter aspiration techniques for thrombus-rich STEMI, challenges when balloon crossing fails, vein graft PCI pitfalls, and complex concurrent ischemic events involving myocardial infarction and limb ischemia....
Regulatory and reimbursement pathways for MedTech innovators
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session provides an in-depth exploration of regulatory and reimbursement pathways critical for MedTech innovators. It covers the transition challenges from the Medical Device Directive (MDD) to the Medical Device Regulation (MDR), sharing lessons learned and success stories. The session also addresses reimbursement frameworks in the...
To rescue the unexpected complications during TAVI
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session focuses on the recognition and management of unexpected complications during TAVI procedures. Through cases from Hong Kong, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan, it examines mechanisms underlying common and rare complications such as aortic sinus injury, acute valve dislocation, and left main collapse. Attendees gain practical insights...
Lessons from the long-term DES data: how they can inform today's practice
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session reviews long-term clinical data on drug-eluting stents (DES) and bioresorbable scaffolds (BRS), offering valuable insights to inform current interventional cardiology practice. It covers seven-year outcomes of magnesium scaffolds in ACS, five-year results of sirolimus-eluting iron BRS, and extensive post-market studies of various thin-strut and...
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...
Vascular access: femoral and radial
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session explores vascular access techniques in interventional cardiology, emphasizing both femoral and radial approaches. It covers access-related bleeding and ischemic complications, safety and efficacy of distal radial programs, and innovations in sheath technology. Additional topics include post-procedural mobilization, management of radial artery recanalization, balloon fenestration...
Double face of DCB in clinical practice
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session examines the dual aspects of drug-coated balloons (DCB) in clinical practice through diverse case studies. Topics include DCB use in left main STEMI, OCT-guided management of in-stent restenosis, expanding indications for complex PCI, and challenges such as DCB failure and decision-making between drug-eluting balloons...
Advanced mitral TEER strategies in complex clinical scenarios
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents advanced strategies for mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) in complex clinical settings. Through cases involving surgical ring dehiscence, acute mitral regurgitation, dextrocardia, congenital anomalies, severe annular calcifications, and creative procedural approaches, it explores the expanding role of TEER. The session provides guidance on...
Interventions for hypertension: latest developments
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session reviews the latest developments in interventional treatments for hypertension, focusing on renal denervation (RDN) technologies and clinical outcomes. It includes comparative procedural data from global registries and studies, novel computational assessments, and applications in specific patient populations such as those with polycystic kidney disease...
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,...
The digital pulse: innovation in the cathlab
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session highlights transformative innovations in the catheterization laboratory that prioritize patient-centered care and enhanced safety. Focus areas include advancements in radiation practice through new technology and the integration of artificial intelligence to improve image analysis, decision-making, and procedural efficiency in interventional cardiology.