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High definition IVUS-guided treatment strategies in calcified stenoses
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Severely calcified coronary stenoses remain one of the most challenging subsets in contemporary PCI, requiring precise lesion assessment and tailored treatment strategies.
This EuroPCR 2026 session focuses on how high-definition intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) is changing the way these lesions are approached in daily practice.
HD-IVUS enables detailed detection...
Evidence in action: advancing care for angina with Shockwave Reducer
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Despite major advances in coronary revascularisation and medical therapy, angina continues to represent a significant clinical burden, affecting both quality of life and long-term patient management.
This EuroPCR 2026 session explores the emerging role of the Shockwave Reducer as a therapeutic option in patients with persistent angina....
DK Score Pro in focus: innovation, evidence, and everyday practice
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Watch this EuroPCR 2026 session to better understand how lesion preparation strategies can be optimised in complex PCI using directional scoring balloon technology with DK Score Pro.
Clinical evidence is reviewed, including insights from the SCORE CHINA registry, alongside practical considerations for integrating this approach into routine...
Large-bore thrombectomy in pulmonary embolism practice: when intervention matters
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Management of pulmonary embolism is increasingly shifting toward interventional strategies, where timing, patient selection and procedural expertise play a central role in improving outcomes.
Large-bore thrombectomy is examined as a key option within contemporary PE treatment, focusing on when intervention is most appropriate and how to optimise...
From angiography to precision PCI: integrating ACIST Pro contrast management system and high-definition IVUS imaging
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This EuroPCR 2026 session explores how advanced imaging and contrast management technologies can support a more precise and reproducible PCI workflow. The discussion focuses on the integration of the ACIST Pro contrast management system with high-definition intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) imaging to improve angiographic consistency, optimise contrast...
Simplify the complex with Shockwave C2 Aero - Next-generation coronary intravascular lithotripsy that delivers
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This EuroPCR 2026 session highlights the role of the next-generation Shockwave C2 Aero coronary intravascular lithotripsy system in the treatment of complex calcified coronary artery disease. Supported by real-world clinical experience and recent evidence, the discussion focuses on procedural safety, lesion preparation, and treatment consistency in...
PCI of calcified distal left main stenosis - LIVE case
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
A 54‑year‑old man with hypertension, smoking, dyslipidemia, and a history of PCI to the OM and diagonal branches in 2004 presented with a significant calcified LM–LAD stenosis.
The proximal LAD lesion was prepared with IVL followed by implantation of a 3.5 × 28 mm stent. The left...
The right therapy for right heart failure and tricuspid regurgitation: fixing my patient congestion, not just a valve
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This EuroPCR 2026 session shifts the focus in tricuspid regurgitation from anatomy alone to the broader context of right heart failure and systemic congestion. It highlights the limitations of purely leaflet-based strategies, particularly in advanced disease and in the presence of severe right ventricular dysfunction.
The discussion...
Aortic regurgitation in 2026
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Get a comprehensive overview of contemporary management strategies for aortic regurgitation, a condition that remains frequently underdiagnosed and undertreated despite significant advances in transcatheter therapies thanks to this EuroPCR 2026 session.
The programme reviews current diagnostic and treatment pathways, including guideline-based management and the role of surgical...
Other valvular and structural interventions
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Covering a spectrum of valvular and structural heart interventions, this session discusses systemic aortic valve TEER in complex congenital cases, compares TAVI and surgical AVR outcomes via meta-analysis, highlights radiation protection advances in complex endovascular repair, and presents combined mitral and tricuspid TEER techniques, novel ultrasound...
Dangers of dissection: the role of ICI
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session explores the critical role of intracoronary imaging (ICI) in diagnosing and managing coronary artery dissections. Cases include fenestration techniques, stent migration challenges, polytrauma patient management, route selection dilemmas, and intricate procedural navigation to achieve successful outcomes.
Intracoronary imaging evaluation of stent implantation
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Focusing on intracoronary imaging evaluation of stent implantation, this session presents serial OCT data on plaque characteristics and neoatherosclerosis post-STEMI, the clinical impact of stent malapposition in ACS, long-term apposition dynamics, factors influencing stent expansion in calcified lesions by NIRS-IVUS, and OCT insights into coronary artery...
Uncovering ischaemia mechanisms with intracoronary imaging
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into the complex mechanisms of ischaemia through the lens of intracoronary imaging, highlighting challenging cases such as very-long, complex woven coronary syndromes, unusual ACS presentations, and the nuanced interplay between physiology and imaging in diagnosing angina in pulmonary hypertension with left main compression.
Prevention and management of PCI complications
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the prevention and management strategies for complications arising during percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). It presents real-world cases including management of entrapped guidewires, thrombosed aneurysms, catheter kinking, stent retrieval challenges, and complex retrieval scenarios, offering valuable insights into effective complication resolution techniques.
When transcatheter LAA closure becomes challenging
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the technical and clinical challenges encountered during transcatheter left atrial appendage (LAA) closure, including management of peri-device leaks, alternative access routes like transhepatic approaches, complications following surgical closures, and rare procedural adversities such as accidental aortic puncture.
Stent it or leave it : SCAD dilemmas
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session explores the complex dilemmas in managing spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), focusing on decision-making between conservative treatment and intervention. It presents diverse clinical cases highlighting varying presentations including STEMI, young patients, and drug-induced complications, offering critical perspectives on tailored treatment strategies.
Interventions for heart failure: shock and beyond
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Focused on interventions for heart failure, this session presents data on mitral regurgitation post-alcohol septal ablation, outcomes from high-risk PCI supported by Impella CP, evolving trends in ECMO utilization for cardiogenic shock, and six-month patient outcomes guided by shock team management strategies.
Multi-device approach to calcified lesions
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Explore a multi-device strategy for tackling complex calcified coronary lesions in this session. It includes case studies on left main trifurcation stenting, resistant calcified nodules treated with orbital atherectomy, severe restenosis, and critical calcifications in challenging anatomies, showcasing advanced techniques for plaque modification and lesion management.
Best cases in stable CAD
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session showcases exemplary cases in stable coronary artery disease, emphasizing complex diagnostic and therapeutic challenges such as ambiguous angiographic findings, refractory vasospastic angina, catastrophic no-reflow phenomena, and the application of physiology-guided PCI and coronary sinus reducers.
TAVI for aortic regurgitation
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session highlights innovative transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) approaches for treating aortic regurgitation, focusing on off-label uses and complex cases. It features high-risk patient interventions, including nonagenarian patients, and strategies to manage severe non-calcific native valve regurgitation with balloon-expandable valves.