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A series of complex real-word challenges STEMI treatment from very different countries
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session showcases a series of complex STEMI treatment challenges from diverse international settings, highlighting difficult coronary anatomies and complicated procedures. It discusses nuanced clinical scenarios where artery recanalisation does not always equate to reperfusion, and presents stepwise approaches to managing multivessel disease, renal failure, and...
Devices and strategies in calcified lesions
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Explore advanced devices and techniques for treating calcified coronary lesions in this session. Discussions include the use of Eximer laser coronary atherectomy, novel cutting balloons, outcomes of rotational atherectomy in tortuous vessels, atherectomy combined with drug-coated balloon therapy, and calcium fracture patterns following Shockwave intravascular lithotripsy.
Addressing difficult anatomy in STEMI patients
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the challenges of managing difficult coronary anatomy in STEMI patients through a series of complex case studies. Topics include management of aneurysms, rare aorto-ostial lesions, thrombosis interplay, PPCI in dextrocardia situs inversus, and hybrid PCI approaches for multifaceted coronary issues.
Nightmare scenarios in the cathlab
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents challenging and unexpected scenarios encountered in the catheterisation laboratory, highlighting critical complications such as stent-induced coronary dissections, acute arterial occlusions, and procedural catastrophes. Real-life cases illustrate emergency management strategies, including rescue techniques for vascular complications and early recognition of acute syndromes, underscoring the...
Left main PCI-complex procedures
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session covers complex left main coronary artery PCI procedures that challenge standard algorithms. It includes tackling chronic total occlusions of the left main, managing spontaneous coronary artery dissection in patients on ECMO, handling stent dislodgement, and addressing complex trifurcation lesions, providing comprehensive insights into advanced...
From wires to knives: CABG essentials every cathlab nurse and allied professional should know
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session is designed to equip cathlab nurses and allied professionals with essential knowledge about Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG). It covers the indications for CABG, relevant cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, and the importance of effective communication with patients undergoing CABG procedures. Practical walkthroughs of angiograms...
CT and intracoronary imaging evaluation of coronary disease
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session focuses on advanced imaging modalities for evaluating coronary artery disease, including the clinical application of CT angiography and intracoronary imaging techniques like OCT and IVUS. Topics encompass barriers to OCT usage, the impact of plaque composition on PCI outcomes, advances in photon-counting CT technology,...
Bifurcation failure: the realities and strategies for avoidance
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the challenges associated with bifurcation lesion PCI, focusing on procedural complications, novel classification systems for in-stent restenosis, and plaque characterization near side branches. It reviews clinical outcomes of Drug-Coated Balloon (DCB) treatments for side branch lesions, the influence of drug-eluting balloon strategies, and...
Calcified lesions: when one dedicated device is not enough
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session highlights the need for multiple dedicated devices in the treatment of calcified coronary lesions. It discusses combined orbital and rotational atherectomy techniques, debulking in complex high-risk patients, and the integration of atherectomy with intravascular lithotripsy systems. Emphasis is placed on physiology and imaging-guided approaches...
Left main PCI
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the complexities of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) involving the left main coronary artery. It features challenging clinical cases including acute total occlusion with cardiogenic shock, innovative techniques like the inverted Double TAP for trifurcations, mechanical circulatory support integration, management of stent complications, and...
Combined mitral intervention and LAA closure: LIVE Educational Case from Rigshospitalet Heart Centre - Copenhagen, Denmark
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session offers a comprehensive educational experience on combined mitral intervention and LAA closure. It identifies ideal candidates, addresses procedural challenges of performing both interventions in a single session, and provides a detailed, step-by-step guide through a live case from Rigshospitalet Heart Centre.
TAVI procedural challenges
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session examines procedural challenges encountered during Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), especially in complex anatomical and clinical contexts. Topics include TAVI after prior mitral valve procedures, combined use of left ventricular assist devices and rotablation, navigating challenging aortic anatomies, and managing extensive calcification. The session...
Spectrum of cardiogenic shock
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into the broad spectrum of cardiogenic shock phenotypes, emphasizing the importance of selecting appropriate left ventricular support tailored to specific clinical scenarios. It offers critical insights into the timing of mechanical circulatory support and revascularisation strategies to optimize patient outcomes.
Innovative strategies in STEMI management
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents innovative strategies in STEMI management, including the treatment of acute saphenous vein graft occlusion, primary PCI via the left internal mammary artery, and a two-step lesion debulking approach. It also covers hybrid drug-coated balloon strategies in complex multivessel disease and the emerging role...
Controversies and conversations in TAVI
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses key controversies and discussions in transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), including the role of invasive coronary angiography prior to TAVI, use of cangrelor during combined TAVI and high-risk PCI, and discrepancies in aortic valve stenosis assessment methods. Additional topics cover operator models, valve...
Challenging cases in calcified lesions PCI
22 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses challenging cases in PCI of heavily calcified lesions. It covers unexpected complications such as silent shockwave failures, interventions in calcified Kawasaki disease, delayed coronary obstructions post-TAVI, and complex left main bifurcation lesions. The session underscores the perseverance required to successfully navigate these demanding...
Diagnosis and management of INOCA and ANOCA
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session focuses on the diagnosis and management of ischemia and angina with non-obstructive coronary arteries (INOCA and ANOCA). It presents safety data from coronary function testing, patient outcomes after comprehensive ischemia assessment, and endotype-specific treatment effects. Further topics include coronary sinus reducer therapy, the impact...
When anatomy surprises: closing rare fistulae
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session focuses on the percutaneous closure of rare and complex cardiac fistulae and related vascular anomalies. It presents diverse cases such as superior vena cava syndrome from pacemaker leads, iatrogenic aorta-to-left atrium fistula, and unusual cardio-pulmonary connections, illustrating advanced interventional techniques to address unexpected anatomical...
Bifurcation and heavily calcified lesions
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the evaluation and treatment of bifurcation and heavily calcified coronary lesions. It includes case-based discussions on complex left main PCI and the use of drug-coated balloons (DCB) for bifurcation lesions and in-stent restenosis, providing evidence-based approaches to optimize outcomes in these challenging lesion...
Complication management during STEMI intervention: Czech Republic - Greece and Iraq present their cases
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents a critical analysis of procedural strategies in primary PCI for STEMI by exploring complex cases from the Czech Republic, Greece, and Iraq. It delves into mechanisms and management of major PCI complications and highlights the role of emerging novel technologies in primary PCI...