3646 results for «746»
3646 results
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.
Routine primary PCI: what can go wrong?
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session offers an in-depth examination of potential complications during routine primary PCI, focusing on prevention and management strategies. Key learning points include understanding no-reflow phenomena, managing STEMI in post-CABG patients, and handling thrombus burden effectively. Real-world cases illustrate decision-making processes and therapeutic approaches to optimize...
First-in-human studies in cardiovascular devices: from first 10 patients to global innovation — How efficient early studies advance emerging technologies
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Understand the pivotal role of first-in-human studies in advancing cardiovascular device innovation through operational insights from early patient experiences. This session reviews cutting-edge technologies including percutaneous left ventricular assist devices, transcatheter leaflet augmentation, physiology-guided PCI, synchronized diaphragmatic stimulation, pulmonary artery denervation, and perspectives on translating early...
Mitral valve-in-valve, valve-in-ring, valve-in-mac: the good, the bad and the ugly
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into the complexities of mitral valve interventions, focusing on valve-in-valve, valve-in-ring, and valve-in-mitral annular calcification (MAC) procedures. It addresses troubleshooting in high-risk valve-in-MAC cases, urgent transcatheter mitral valve implantation supported by microaxial flow pumps, challenges in delivering balloon expandable valves transeptally, and innovative...
Bifurcation PCI with complications - Part 2
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session addresses the challenges and complications encountered during bifurcation PCI. Topics include managing the hairpin hazard, advanced techniques for coronary guidewire entrapment, dual device failure in complex interventions, strategies for trifurcation lesions, and the implications of tissue entrapment in malapposed stents within the left main...
Images that speak for themselves
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This visually-driven session presents compelling clinical cases where imaging played a decisive role. Cases include unexpected challenges following transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement, severe hypertension in a young athlete, atypical coronary artery anatomy, critical moments of cardiac arrest, and unique coronary artery findings resembling a spider web.
Intracoronary imaging to guided DCB PCI
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session highlights the role of intracoronary imaging techniques such as OCT and IVUS in guiding drug-coated balloon (DCB) PCI. It explores novel imaging-guided algorithms for complex bifurcations, prediction of drug-eluting balloon failure, management of calcified nodules, re-entry into true lumen during CTO, and tackling aneurysms...
Innovations in structural interventions
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Highlighting the forefront of structural heart interventions, this session presents innovations including novel devices and technologies from industry leaders. It features advancements such as a new transseptal left atrial fixation device designed to expand the suitability of transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR).
TAVI in aortic regurgitation with a dedicated valve - LIVE case
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
An 80-year-old male with chronic kidney disease, a history of colon cancer (2013), paroxysmal AF, and LAD PCI 2 weeks earlier presented with symptomatic severe type III AR. He had normal LV function, but early LV dilation. The mechanism of AR was a combination of primary...
Secondary mitral regurgitation: not all patients are the same
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Examining secondary mitral regurgitation, this session differentiates patient phenotypes and discusses the application of updated guideline recommendations. It offers practical guidance on selecting the appropriate device tailored to individual patient characteristics, supported by detailed case studies.
Imaging to the rescue in LAA closure
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session highlights the pivotal role of advanced imaging modalities in left atrial appendage (LAA) closure. Topics include novel risk assessment workflows for air embolism, evaluation protocols using cardiac CT and 3D TEE, reproducibility of anatomical classifications, and long-term follow-up outcomes with various imaging techniques.
Navigating the complexity of high bleeding risk
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Focusing on patients with high bleeding risk undergoing PCI, this session presents contemporary evidence on prevalence, procedural strategies with different stent types, antiplatelet therapy considerations including diabetic and sex-specific outcomes, and novel technologies such as sirolimus-coated balloons and machine learning models for restenosis prediction.
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.
Best complications on calcified lesions
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Highlighting challenging cases in calcified coronary lesions, this session presents a series of complications including stuck wires, the Kokeshi phenomenon, and multiple complications within a single vessel. It provides practical insights into rescue techniques and navigating complex procedural challenges.
How to obtain a surgical-liked result in a patient with primary mitral regurgitation?
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session delves into achieving surgical-like outcomes in patients with primary mitral regurgitation undergoing transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER). It covers anatomical criteria for optimal patient selection, essential procedural steps including device choice and imaging guidance, and key factors contributing to durable success and patient improvement.
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...
Prognostics elements on multivessel disease and coronary artery disease
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session examines key prognostic elements in multivessel and coronary artery disease, featuring studies on mechanical circulatory support across LDL-C levels, biomarkers impacting periprocedural myocardial infarction, autologous cell therapy outcomes for refractory angina, and novel risk stratification indices. It also addresses prognosis in cancer patients and...
Insight from recent evidence in coronary artery disease: value of DCB for de novo lesions (SELUTION) and imaging for left main PCI (OPTIMAL)
21 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session reviews pivotal recent evidence impacting daily practice in coronary artery disease management. It discusses the role of drug-coated balloons (DCB) for de novo lesions as evaluated in the SELUTION trial and evaluates intracoronary imaging strategies for left main PCI as presented in the OPTIMAL...
Mitral paravalvular leak closure: case-bases strategies
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session presents case-based strategies for mitral paravalvular leak closure, highlighting complex percutaneous approaches including multivalvular failure management, apical access techniques, and transatrial direct surgical valve-in-MAC procedures. It features challenging clinical scenarios demonstrating innovative solutions for hemolytic leaks and complex paravalvular defects.
