3644 results for «2706»
3644 results
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...
LDL-C management: should it begin in the cathlab?
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This EuroPCR 2026 session examines the evolving role of LDL cholesterol management in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), with a focus on the potential benefits of initiating intensive lipid-lowering strategies early in the patient pathway.
The discussion reviews emerging evidence on PCSK9 inhibition in elective PCI...
Active unloading with Impella heart pumps in elective and emergent patients
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents the latest evidence on the use of microaxial Impella heart pumps in both elective high-risk and emergent cardiogenic shock patients. It highlights the importance of organised systems of care in improving survival outcomes and explores current data and expert consensus on mechanical circulatory...
Ascending into the future with drug-coated balloons
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Step into the future of interventional cardiology with comprehensive insights into drug‑coated balloons (DCB). This session covers the new DCB ARC guidelines, previews findings from the impactful BASKET BALL randomised trial, and examines real-world evidence from the SCORE registry. It also addresses the optimisation of acute...
IVUS and NIRS imaging: a pathway to improve outcomes in stable and acute coronary syndromes
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
IVUS-guided PCI is well established in complex coronary interventions, but combining it with near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) is opening a new dimension by linking vessel geometry with plaque biology.
This EuroPCR 2026session explores how IVUS-NIRS imaging improves PCI planning and risk stratification in both stable and acute coronary...
Artificial intelligence-powered precision: CT-guided PCI and the future of image-guided therapy
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Image-guided PCI is entering a new era, driven by artificial intelligence and advanced CT technologies that are reshaping how coronary interventions are planned and performed.
This EuroPCR 2026 session explores the integration of photon-counting CT into PCI workflows, highlighting its improved spatial resolution, enhanced plaque characterisation and...
DCB: does coating morphology matter for distal embolisation and clinical outcomes?
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Drug-coated balloon (DCB) therapy continues to evolve, with increasing attention on how coating design may influence drug transfer, vessel response and downstream clinical outcomes.
This EuroPCR 2026 session examines the role of coating morphology, comparing amorphous and crystalline technologies and their implications for drug delivery efficiency and...
MagicTouch sirolimus-coated balloon for coronary artery disease and peripheral artery disease treatment: where evidence meets experience
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session examines the clinical evidence and experiential insights regarding the MagicTouch sirolimus-coated balloon (SCB) for treating coronary and peripheral artery disease. It reviews long-term comparative data versus paclitaxel-coated balloons, application techniques, integration into current practices, and findings from major trials such as SIRONA and SIMPLE-DM,...
New evidence in the treatment of calcified lesions
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents the latest evidence on treating calcified coronary lesions, comparing intravascular lithotripsy, cutting balloons, rotational and orbital atherectomy. It includes clinical trial data on efficacy, safety, and impact on coronary microvascular function, providing a robust foundation for evidence-based decision-making in calcified lesion management.
Re-intervention challenges after first aortic valve replacement
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Addressing the challenges of re-intervention after initial aortic valve replacement, this session highlights advanced valve-in-valve TAVI strategies, including leaflet modification techniques, management of extreme coronary obstruction risks, and complex anatomical considerations such as post-Bentall root anatomy.
CTO PCI: how to prevent and manage complications effectively?
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Focused on chronic total occlusion (CTO) PCI, this session highlights the critical importance of procedural planning to minimize complications. Through detailed case analyses of coronary dissection and perforation, it outlines early identification strategies and equips clinicians with essential tools and techniques for effective complication management in...
New evidence for pharmacology for coronary artery disease
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents the latest evidence in pharmacological management of coronary artery disease, featuring pivotal trials such as VESALIUS-CV and TARGET FIRST. It covers topics including evolocumab efficacy post-stenting, early aspirin cessation strategies, aspirin-free protocols after complex PCI in ACS, and comparative outcomes of clopidogrel versus...
Managing difficult TAVI scenarios
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Focused on complex TAVI cases, this session reviews guideline recommendations for TAVI in younger patients, strategies for managing concomitant coronary artery disease, and considerations for treating asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis. Real-world cases illustrate clinical decision-making and outcomes.
Choosing the right tool to treat calcified bifurcation
19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session provides expert guidance on managing calcified bifurcation lesions. It highlights identification of high-risk scenarios, the role of coronary CT angiography and intravascular imaging in tool selection, and specialized techniques for treating calcified nodules in the left main coronary artery.
TAVI in aortic regurgitation and large annulus
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Focusing on TAVI in patients with aortic regurgitation and large annulus, this session reviews clinical outcomes and advancements including aneurysm progression slowing, device regurgitation assessment by cardiac MRI, one-year results with Ken-valve, novel retrievable self-expanding valves, staging classifications, and balloon-expandable valve performance.
The value of intravascular imaging in the planning - Optimisation of PCI and dealing with complications
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Highlighting the critical role of intravascular imaging in PCI, this session explores its utility in procedural planning, optimization of outcomes, and identification and management of complications. Through international case studies, it demonstrates how imaging enhances understanding beyond angiography alone and facilitates tailored, effective interventions.
AI in imaging & the cathlab - opportunities in procedural planning & guidance
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session explores the role of artificial intelligence in imaging and the cathlab, emphasizing computer vision applications distinct from language models. It discusses AI's integration into procedural planning and guidance, balancing algorithmic support with physician judgement to enhance interventional cardiology workflows.
Coronary innovations and artificial intelligence: new devices, smarter tools, better outcomes
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session provides a practical update on emerging coronary innovations and AI technologies, including next-generation calcium modification devices, bioresorbable scaffolds, sirolimus drug-coated balloons, and AI-driven coronary physiology and imaging tools. It offers a roadmap for integrating these advancements into clinical practice, addressing technology selection, reimbursement, training,...
Unconventional situations during cardiovascular interventions
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses unconventional and challenging scenarios encountered during cardiovascular interventions, focusing on managing complications effectively in the cathlab. Through detailed case presentations from Argentina, Chile, and Colombia, it explores innovative approaches to acute aortic valve regurgitation, TAVI complications in bicuspid anatomy, and diagnostic dilemmas in...
Tricuspid interventions: find the best candidate
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session reviews the phenotypes of tricuspid regurgitation and their diagnostic pathways, emphasizing standardized and pragmatic diagnostic steps. It also addresses criteria for identifying optimal timing and candidates for tricuspid valve interventions.
