3629 results for «846»
3629 results
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.
Imaging and physiology-guided DCB strategy
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Delve into advanced imaging and physiology-guided drug-coated balloon (DCB) strategies for complex coronary lesions. This session presents integrated approaches combining morphology and physiology, OCT guidance, and real-world cases highlighting DCB use in multivessel disease and calcified 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...
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.
When the angiogram shows no answer for your AMI patient: what's next?
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session focuses on non-occlusive causes of acute coronary syndromes (ACS) when angiograms do not reveal clear pathology. It emphasizes the diagnostic value of intracoronary imaging for conditions such as MINOCA and spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), and discusses optimal treatment strategies and prognostic considerations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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...
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...
New evidence for coronary physiology in epicardial disease
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
Explore new evidence in coronary physiology related to epicardial disease through analyses of landmark trials and registries. Topics include five-year follow-up data from DEFINE-FLAIR and iFR-SWEDEHEART, complete revascularization in elderly myocardial infarction patients, angiography-derived versus pressure wire assessments, prognostic implications of CT angiography-derived physiology, and the...
From entry to exit: managing arterial access for nurses and allied professionals
20 May 2026 – From EuroPCR 2026
This session focuses on arterial access management tailored for nurses and allied health professionals. It highlights key anatomical landmarks, demonstrates the purpose and use of common vascular closure devices through live manikin demonstrations, and discusses the essential role of nursing and allied staff in vascular access...