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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...

The thin line between success and failure in MedTech start ups - Lessons learnt

18 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session examines critical success factors for MedTech start-ups through real-world examples, discussing challenges, investment dynamics, and the pivotal role of the Chief Medical Officer and investor syndicates in fostering sustainable growth.

Strategical approaches to treat patients with multivessel disease

20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This comprehensive session focuses on strategic approaches to manage patients with multivessel coronary artery disease. It covers a spectrum of topics including ostial stent implantation techniques, the impact of center volume on CT-guided angiography post-CABG, and physiology-guided PCI versus angiography alone. Insights into percutaneous revascularisation strategies...

ACST-2 (Second asymptomatic carotid surgery trial): stenting vs. surgery for tight carotid stenosis

26 Aug 2021

Ali Nazmi Calik and Pascal Meier review this trial comparing CEA with CAS for patients with asymptomatic carotid stenosis, which was presented by Alison Halliday (Oxford, United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland) during a Hot Line session of the ESC Congress 2021.