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Innovations in vascular therapies

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

Discover cutting-edge innovations in vascular therapies highlighting novel technologies such as Pulse Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) for calcium modification and Amplitude Vascular Systems. The session also presents drug-free restenosis control strategies via CD31 camouflage coating promoting physiological-grade healing, emphasizing emerging solutions aimed at improving vascular intervention outcomes.

Unusual NSTEMI lesions and cases

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session presents a collection of unusual NSTEMI cases characterized by atypical lesion patterns and diagnostic challenges. Topics include surprising unstable angina presentations, complex ostial lesions of the left circumflex artery, and the critical role of OCT imaging in preventing adverse outcomes.

Effective strategies for preventing and resolving complications of PCI in STEMI or left main patients: a case-based educational session

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This case-based educational session focuses on the prevention and resolution of PCI complications in STEMI and left main patients. It offers a cross-geographic perspective on prompt recognition, risk evaluation, and diverse management techniques to improve patient outcomes in high-risk PCI scenarios.

Identifying problems and solving complex anatomies during TAVI

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

A comprehensive session on managing complex anatomies during Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), emphasizing risk markers for peri-operative complications and strategies to address difficult anatomical challenges. Real-world cases illustrate practical approaches and key learnings for handling intricate TAVI scenarios.

RESIL-Card in action: early European experience and lessons from the first users

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session presents the early European experience with the RESIL-Card tool, designed to optimize interventional cardiology care pathways during crises. It includes practical insights from early adopters, updates on dissemination efforts across Europe, strategies for engaging patients and organizations, and discussions on national and EU political...

When the anterior leaflet gets in the way: mitral leaflet modification before TMVR

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session addresses the intricacies of mitral leaflet modification techniques prior to transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR). It features innovative approaches such as LAMPOON-assisted valve-in-ring replacement, balloon-assisted leaflet translocation, and strategies to overcome the challenges posed by mitral annular calcification.

Rapid fire session on vascular innovation, interventional technologies and hypertension

18 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This rapid fire session showcased cutting-edge innovations in vascular interventions, interventional technologies, and hypertension management. Highlights included three-dimensional OCT-guided ultrafast laser atherectomy for calcified lesions, a novel biodegradable metallic stent, intelligent pressure-controlled perfusion to prevent acute limb ischemia, a microneedle balloon catheter, personalized arterial hypertension control...

Next generation TAVI procedural planning

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

Explore the forefront of TAVI procedural planning, featuring innovations such as valve-in-valve techniques for sutureless valves, integration of artificial intelligence in heart team decisions, and advanced imaging-guided access methods. The session also examines clinical outcomes related to bicuspid anatomy and prosthesis-patient mismatch, providing a comprehensive view...

Angiography-based physiology in clinical practice

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

Investigate the clinical application of angiography-based physiology in coronary artery disease management. This session covers quantitative flow ratio (QFR) guided PCI strategies, risk stratification in chronic coronary syndrome, and prognostic value of angiography-derived indices, offering a wire-free diagnostic approach supported by recent trial data.

High-risk PCI: how to optimise the result

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

Focused on high-risk PCI, this session presents strategies to optimize procedural outcomes in complex cases. Discussions include contemporary approaches to challenging coronary anatomy, the role of balloon aortic valvuloplasty as a bridge to Impella-supported interventions, advanced mechanical support and thrombectomy in cardiogenic shock related to left...

TAVI for degenerated surgical aortic bioprotheses: procedural challenges

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session addresses the procedural challenges inherent in transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) for degenerated surgical aortic bioprostheses. It covers high-risk valve-in-valve implantation cases as last-resort therapies, management of drifting bioprostheses, and interventions in failed small non-fracturable valves threatening coronary arteries. Techniques such as BASILICA and...

Mitral TEER beyond the routine: complex and complicated cases

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session explores complex and complicated cases of mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) beyond routine practice. It addresses challenges such as device failures, late complications, acute left ventricular dysfunction related to afterload changes, stepwise approaches to overcome procedural failures, rescue strategies in cardiogenic shock, and tailored...

Pulmonary valve: the next frontier in adult structural interventions

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session highlights the evolving role of the pulmonary valve in adult structural interventions. It reviews complex transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement (TPVR) cases, strategies for managing challenging right ventricular outflow tract anatomies, and percutaneous solutions for pulmonary artery stenosis and related complications.

Place of DCB in clinical practice

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session explores the clinical applications of drug-coated balloons (DCB) across diverse challenging scenarios. It covers management of severely calcified nodules in acute coronary syndrome, healing of intentional dissections in chronic total occlusions using paclitaxel DCB, strategic integration of contemporary technology in complex lesion treatment, and...

New techniques and tips in CTO PCI

19 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026

This session presents new techniques and practical tips in chronic total occlusion (CTO) percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). It covers innovative approaches such as the side-flap technique, simplified antegrade strategies for calcified lesions, and retrograde CTO techniques, providing valuable insights into overcoming challenging occlusions.