3629 results for «785»
3629 results
Taking on the tough stuff: TAVI in complex anatomies
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Focused on the challenges of transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) in complex anatomies, this session addresses optimal strategies for treating bicuspid aortic valve stenosis, managing small annuli and low coronary ostia, and approaches to degenerated surgical valves including bioprosthetic fracture techniques. Case-based discussions elucidate practical solutions...
Choosing the right strategy for isolated ostial left anterior descending artery or circumflex coronary lesions
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session examines optimal strategies for managing isolated ostial lesions in the left anterior descending and circumflex arteries, comparing left main crossover, ostial stenting, and drug-coated balloon (DCB) approaches. It emphasizes integrating multimodality imaging for informed decision-making, illustrated through detailed case discussions.
New evidence for the use of DCB
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session reviews emerging evidence supporting the use of drug-coated balloons (DCB) in complex PCI. It covers data from recent trials such as SELUTION De Novo, studies on vascular healing, restenosis patterns, long-term outcomes compared to DES, and optimal side branch treatment in bifurcation lesions.
Imaging and physiology integration to guided PCI
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Discover the integration of imaging and physiological assessment in guiding percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). This session highlights the use of multimodality diagnostics, including invasive and non-invasive techniques, to improve planning, strategy, and management of complex coronary lesions.
Typical chest pain: atypical angiogram
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the management challenges posed by acute coronary syndromes when angiographic findings are ambiguous or atypical. It highlights the role of intravascular imaging in clarifying diagnoses and discusses recent insights from clinical cases and key studies such as DISCO and the latest NSTEMI EuroIntervention...
Complication one: PCI complications occuring during urgent PCI for NSTEMI
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Examine real-world PCI complications encountered during urgent interventions for NSTEMI patients. This session presents a series of complex cases illustrating management strategies for adverse events such as coronary perforations, device issues, and imaging challenges to inform safer procedural practice.
Registries and trials in TMVR
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session provides an in-depth review of registries and clinical trials focused on transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR). It presents data on annular and ventricular remodeling with the HighLife system, mid- to long-term valve performance, and innovations in transseptal TMVR using novel bioprostheses.
Complex patients with NSTEMI
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the complexity of managing NSTEMI patients with challenging clinical presentations, including concurrent vessel and valve disease, thrombus burden, and atypical angiographic findings. It offers practical strategies for diagnosis and intervention to optimize patient outcomes.
Stentless PCI, DCB and BVS in complex scenarios
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session explores the use of stentless percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) employing drug-coated balloons (DCB) and bioresorbable scaffolds (BVS) in complex coronary scenarios. Through detailed case discussions, it addresses decision-making processes, technical considerations, and practical tips for successfully completing PCI without permanent stenting.
DCB - Going beyond in-stent restenosis
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session examines the expanding role of drug-coated balloons (DCB) beyond in-stent restenosis, including treatment of acute coronary syndromes, calcified lesions, and bifurcations. It reviews current evidence supporting DCB-based revascularization and outlines essential procedural steps to optimize outcomes.
New tools for risk stratification in STEMI
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session highlights novel tools and scores for risk stratification in ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients. It covers prognostic indices such as the index of microcirculatory resistance, the PREDICT-STEMI score, thrombus characteristics, sex differences in outcomes, renal impairment impacts, and benefits of complete revascularization strategies.
Complications in coronary interventions
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session reviews uncommon and challenging complications encountered during coronary interventions. Cases include brachial arteriovenous fistula following radial access, retained guidewires, coronary sinus perforation during device implantation, and complex atherectomy procedures, emphasizing preparedness and management strategies.
Reliability and application of angio-based physiology in daily work
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session evaluates the reliability and clinical application of angiography-based physiological assessments in daily practice. Topics include comparisons of angiography-derived microvascular resistance and flow metrics with invasive methods, reproducibility of quantitative flow ratio (QFR), and its correlation with symptom burden and other imaging modalities.
Challenges during PCI on bifurcation
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the complexities of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in bifurcation lesions. It discusses decision-making strategies, techniques to avoid implanting permanent devices, the use of IVUS-guided laser atherectomy for restenosis, and approaches to challenging double bifurcation lesions including drug-coated balloon therapy.
Optimal use of dedicated device for calcified lesions
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into the optimal utilization of dedicated devices for managing complex coronary calcification. Explore decision-making strategies involving orbital atherectomy and cutting balloon techniques, as well as advanced approaches like contact intravascular lithotripsy for stented calcified nodules. Additional focus is given to ablative and modifying...
PFO closure - Progression in practice
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents progressive insights into patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure, comparing outcomes across age groups and evaluating residual shunting via transcranial Doppler. It highlights tailored antiplatelet therapy durations from the PROLONG registry, long-term safety and efficacy data, morphological variations of the fossa ovalis, and the...
AI adoption in the cathlab of tomorrow - Risk prediction applications
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into the adoption of artificial intelligence in the cath lab, focusing on clinically useful risk prediction models for coronary and structural interventions. It covers advanced AI-guided intravascular imaging, machine learning applications for adverse event prediction, and critical evaluation of model validation and clinical...
Stay calm and carry on: bailout techniques for calcified lesions
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Focused on bailout techniques for calcified lesions, this session addresses challenging scenarios such as deformed stents, post-CABG angioplasty complications, and balloon uncrossable lesions in tortuous anatomy. It provides practical approaches to manage complex calcium-related complications that may arise unexpectedly during intervention, ensuring preparedness for difficult procedural...
Complex endovascular and pulmonary interventions
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Explore advances in complex endovascular and pulmonary interventions, including the transformation of interventional labs into intelligent learning ecosystems, innovative approaches to peripheral and coronary CTOs, and novel therapies such as extravascular renal denervation and fixation catheters for acute pulmonary embolism.
How to safely perform a retrograde CTO PCI: step-by-step guidance
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session offers step-by-step guidance on safely performing retrograde chronic total occlusion (CTO) percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). It covers the fundamentals of retrograde setup and collateral crossing, execution of a controlled reverse CART technique, and addresses common pitfalls with practical tips to improve procedural success and...