🔥🔥NEW OUT TODAY Can mechanical support change outcomes in high-risk PCI? The PROTECT IV trial tests whether using #Impella CP in patients with complex CAD and LVEF ≤40% can improve survival, reduce complications, and enable complete revascularisation. Learn more: shorturl.at/161oW #cardiosky #PCI

NEW ISSUE OUT! 📌 Robotics in SH interventions; 📌 Colchicine recommendations debate; 📌 The AUREA trial; 📌 Intra- vs supra-annular valves (small annuli); 📌 Myval durability at 4 years; 📌 Restenosis after DCB PCI; and more... eurointervention.pcronline.com/issue/volume... #Cardiosky #cardiology

Discover the NEW ISSUE of EuroIntervention 🔹 Antithrombotics in women with ACS 🔹 QFR guideline debate 🔹 Short DAPT in diabetes + HBR 🔹 TAVI for AR 🔹 Chimney stenting in redo-TAVI 🔹 Next-day discharge post-TAVI …and more. 🔗 eurointervention.pcronline.com/current #cardiosky

AMAC: Anchor the Mother to Advance the Child A technique for complex PCI faced with a tough RCA CTO and multiple failed attempts, it changed the game. Anchoring the system gave the support needed to cross and treat the lesion:no stent, no compromise. Smart move in complex PCI. shorturl.at/jqFt0

A new #LAAC implanter classification system by the ELAAC Club integrates anatomical and functional features to support planning, training, and decision-making in left atrial appendage closure. ow.ly/hiaq50W3fNu #EAPCI #Cardiology #StrokePrevention #InterventionalCardiology #cardiosky

In patients with CCS undergoing PCI, ticagrelor monotherapy after 3 months of DAPT showed similar 1-year ischaemic and bleeding outcomes compared to ticagrelor-based #DAPT, regardless of high ischaemic risk status. ow.ly/6Afj50VYwKa #EAPCI @cardiosky

From #EuroPCR2025 🔥🔥🔥 A prospective study evaluating next-day and 48-hour discharge after alternative access TAVI (subclavian/axillary, carotid, transapical) found no increase in 30-day readmission or mortality across discharge strategies. Read more here: ow.ly/Cme050VWWOg #EAPCI #earlydischarge

🔥 🔥 Our 20th anniversary EuroPCR edition OUT TODAY with: 👉PFO treatment update 👉TAVI leaflet techniques 👉Long-term TAVI durability 👉Ticagrelor alone 👉Cangrelor in CAD 👉COMPARE STEMI ONE trial design 👉OCT vs. IVUS in ACS & non-ACS DON'T MISS IT! ow.ly/4p9L50VTLjA #EAPCI #EuroPCR #cardiosky

In this large, propensity-matched cohort of TAVI patients, only invasively measured postprocedural aortic gradients—not echocardiography-derived gradients—were independently associated with 30-day, 1- and 2-year mortality. t.co/Nb5dAvZLpB #cardiology #echocardiography #TAVI

Staged TAVI and complex PCI in severe aortic stenosis were linked to better outcomes than concomitant procedures, which carried higher risks—especially vascular and bleeding complications. #CardioTwitter #TAVI #PCI t.co/dzBcWoRYrE

🔥🔥 NEW TODAY🔥🔥 The Drug-Coated Balloon Academic Research Consortium sets standardized endpoints and definitions for DCB clinical research in coronary artery disease. A reference for interventional cardiologists and trialists. Open access: ow.ly/sOe650VGXA1 #DCB #InterventionalCardiology @Cardiosky

This EuroIntervention review covers what every interventionalist should know: how to prevent and manage stroke, conduction issues, vascular injury, and more after TAVI, M-TEER, and TMVR. ow.ly/GXZp50VF16u #TAVI #TMVR #CardioTwitter #cardiosky

NEW ISSUE OUT 📌Debating the TAVI age limit 📌 Management of complications after valvular interventions 📌Invasive vs echocardiography-derived gradients after TAVI 📌Complex PCI and TAVI 📌Bioprosthetic failure ten years after TAV-in-SAV eurointervention.pcronline.com/issue/volume... @cardiosky

This paper illustrated the feasibility of stent retriever-assisted thrombectomy in STEMI with large thrombus burden. Clinical and bench model OFDI imaging showed near-complete thrombus removal vs aspiration. ow.ly/jJoW50VzFJu #STEMI #Thrombectomy #InterventionalCardiology

In patients with multilayer DES-ISR, intravascular brachytherapy (IVBT) was associated with a significantly lower incidence of MACE at 3-year follow-up compared to non-IVBT strategies. eurointervention.pcronline.com/article/long... #EAPCI #drugelutingstent #instentrestenosis

‼️ NEW STATE OF THE ART ‼️ PCI in calcified coronary disease From imaging to plaque modification, this comprehensive review by Pesarini et al. offers practical algorithms and the latest evidence for managing complex calcified lesions. #cardiosky #EAPCI ow.ly/9iuW50Vxp6Y #EAPCI

New issue out today! 📌 Management of calcified coronary artery disease; 📌 Intravascular brachytherapy for multilayer ISR; 📌 Prevention strategies for radial artery occlusion; 📌 Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation-assisted high-risk PCI; and more #cardiosky #cardiology

❌ JUST RELEASED ❌ A new scientific statement from #EHRA & #EAPCI, provides a comprehensive roadmap for managing patients with transvalvular leads undergoing transcatheter tricuspid valve interventions. Read 👉 ow.ly/EiIQ50VrIb3 #Cardiology #TTVI #EHRA #CIED #EuroIntervention #HeartTeam #cardiosky

🫁 #Pulmonaryembolism: time for a new treatment paradigm? This review explores catheter-directed therapies and mechanical thrombectomy as emerging options in PE care. Could “percutaneous primary pulmonary intervention” be the next frontier? eurointervention.pcronline.com/article/perc...

A novel cadaveric stroke model offers realistic training for endovascular treatment of tandem lesions. This life-like simulation bridges the gap between theory and practice, enhancing operator and team readiness in acute stroke care. @ProfGrunwald #cardiosky Read details here: ow.ly/bxaH50Vl

NEW IN EIJ: Clinical data from the SPACIOUS trial suggested that sirolimus-coated balloons offer a safe and effective alternative to paclitaxel-coated balloons for side branch treatment in coronary bifurcation PCI. #BifurcationPCI #DCB #InterventionalCardiology #Cardiosky 🔗 ow.ly/xL2o50VjRV3

📢 New issue out! 🔹 Invasive functional diagnosis in ANOCA 🔹 Prognostic role of COVADIS criteria in ACh testing 🔹 Sirolimus DCB & final kissing balloon in bifurcation lesions 🔹 Training for emergency endovascular stroke interventions …and more: eurointervention.pcronline.com/issue/volume...

In the bRIGHT EU PAS registry, tricuspid TEER with TriClip showed safety & efficacy even in patients with endocardial leads. TR reduction, QoL & NYHA class improved, with no CIED malfunctions. 👉 Read more: ow.ly/oq4n50Va9fo #TTVI #TricuspidRegurgitation #CIED #StructuralHeart #cardiosky

This propensity-matched analysis from the PULSE registry compared plug- vs. suture-based vascular closure in #TAVI. Results suggest higher vascular complications with plug-based devices, driven by minor events. #cardiosky Read more: ow.ly/wKNN50VaXCx

A successful double transcatheter valve replacement (mitral + tricuspid) using Tendyne and LuX-Valve in a high-risk patient. When TEER is not an option, replacement may be the key. #Tendyne #LuXValve #StructuralHeart #TVR #cardiosky ow.ly/GgP150VeuO4

🔎 EuroIntervention #OriginalResearch: The bRIGHT EU PAS study evaluates tricuspid transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (T-TEER) in patients with endocardial leads, demonstrating safety, procedural success, and significant TR reduction. 📄 Full study: ow.ly/oq4n50Va9fo #Cardiology #TTEER #cardiosky

NEW ISSUE OUT: 📌 T-TEER in patients with endocardial leads; 📌 The K-Clip tricuspid annuloplasty system; 📌 Plug- vs suture-based vascular closure after TAVI; 📌 SAPIEN 3 Ultra in intermediate sizing zones; and more #cardiosky eurointervention.pcronline.com/issue/volume...

Do we need complete revascularisation in multivessel acute MI? Pieter Smits & @valeriaparadies examine evidence from key RCTs and a comprehensive meta-analysis, evaluating the impact of different strategies. 📖 Read the EuroIntervention editorial: eurointervention.pcronline.com/article/do-w...

Angiography-derived radial wall strain (RWS) is explored as a marker of carotid plaque vulnerability. RWS analysis may enhance risk stratification and procedural decision-making in carotid interventions. Read more: ow.ly/VgIY50V1XHt #Cardiology #Stroke #Imaging #cardioed #cardiosky

In AMI patients undergoing PCI with #DAPT, proton pump inhibitors use was associated with a lower risk of major gastrointestinal bleeding without increasing cardiovascular events. Results support routine PPI use to mitigate bleeding risk. ow.ly/4ZRk50V2xG8 #Cardiology #EAPCI #Cardiosky

In AMI patients, OCT-defined TCFA is a stronger predictor of long-term outcomes than μQFR. This large-scale study highlighted the prognostic superiority of plaque morphology over physiological assessment. Read more: shorturl.at/TEDiz #EAPCI #cardiosky #cardiology

Immediate complete revascularization (CR) in stable MI with non-complex multivessel disease reduces recurrent MI & repeat PCI vs. infarct-related artery-only or staged CR. Angio- or functionally guided CR should be preferred when feasible for better long-term outcomes. shorturl.at/C31xo #cardiosky

Angiography-derived radial wall strain (RWS) is explored as a marker of carotid plaque vulnerability. RWS analysis may enhance risk stratification and procedural decision-making in carotid interventions. Read more: ow.ly/VgIY50V1XHt #Cardiology #Stroke #Imaging"

New in #EuroIntervention: 📌 Revascularisation strategies in MI & MVD: meta-analysis 📌 OCT vs. μQFR for non-culprit lesion assessment in MI 📌 PPI + DAPT post-MI: impact on outcomes 📌 Radial wall strain & carotid plaque vulnerability Read in detail here👇 eurointervention.pcronline.com/issue/volume...

The PARTHENOPE trial addresses the ongoing challenge of balancing restenosis, stent thrombosis, and bleeding in coronary interventions. Decades of advancements point to the need for personalized strategies in antiplatelet therapy. Read the editorial: ow.ly/JIEX50UIVJ9 #cardiology #restenosis

2024 Core Curriculum for percutaneous SHD interventions by EAPCI aims to fill the training gap in #structuralheartdisease management. Developed with EACVI & WG CVS of ESC, it sets a foundation for future SHD training across specialties. Learn more: ow.ly/xORJ50Ua9YX #cardiosky

Systematic review of 43 studies on #microvascularangina revealed heterogeneity in diagnostic criteria and limited evidence for effective treatment strategies. Highlighted the necessity of high-quality, randomized trials to guide clinical management. Read more: ow.ly/yEyn50UEMxy #cardiosky

FAVOR III Europe subanalysis showed QFR-guided deferral leads to higher 1-year MACE vs. FFR. QFR may be less safe for intermediate coronary stenosis, with further studies needed to assess a hybrid QFR-FFR approach. #Cardiology #PCI #FFR #QFR #EAPCI ow.ly/SHLH50UUQGi

"Reverse CART facilitated by a novel perfusion balloon in chronic total occlusion percutaneous coronary intervention." #EAPCI #CTO #Cardiology #cardiosky shorturl.at/H5APQ

This new study highlighted the benefits of IVI-guided PCI in complex coronary artery lesions. Findings showed a lower risk of target vessel failure, with increasing benefit as lesion complexity rises. #Cardiology #PCI #IntravascularImaging ow.ly/Hvkt50UTXEO

D-PACE Score: A New Tool for Early Discharge After TAVI This study presents the D-PACE score, a validated risk-stratification tool to predict delayed high-grade AV block after #TAVI, identifying low-risk patients suitable for next-day discharge. #cardiology #cardiosky ow.ly/tMbG50UNRmU

FLAVOUR trial post hoc analysis: FFR-guided PCI resulted in fewer interventions than IVUS for intermediate coronary stenosis with low lesion complexity, without impacting MACE or TVF rates, regardless of diabetes status. #Cardiology #PCI #FFR shorturl.at/OOCPk

🫀NEW STATE OF THE ART 🫀 Mechanical circulatory support for complex, high-risk percutaneous coronary intervention. This review integrates evidence & highlights upcoming studies to address key controversies. #Cardiology #MCS #PCI ow.ly/Tgp150UTbY4

NEW ISSUE OUT ➡️ A state-of-the-art on mechanical circulatory support for high-risk PCI ➡️ Safety data of revascularisation deferral by QFR vs FFR from the FAVOR III EU trial ➡️ Outcomes of intravascular imaging-guided PCI based on lesion complexity eurointervention.pcronline.com/issue/volume...

A novel tricuspid flow optimiser for severe tricuspid regurgitation (TRiFlO) #structuralheart disease #cardiology Read here: eurointervention.pcronline.com/article/a-no...

Warfarin or DOACs for LVT in STEMI? A new pilot trial compares the two strategies, revealing similar safety and efficacy outcomes with DOACs showing potential for less bleeding. Larger RCTs are needed to confirm findings. 👉 ow.ly/LR1850UEMHc #Cardiology #STEMI #LVTResearch

First histopathologically confirmed case of delayed coronary embolization (>20 days) after #TAVI. #Cardiology #embolization ow.ly/Ofhc50UL9rx

New data on ACURATE neo2 for bicuspid aortic valve stenosis- the Neo2 BAV Registry Read the full paper here: ow.ly/2hJC50ULaJT #Cardiology #BAV

"Early outcomes of the novel Myval THV series compared to SAPIEN THV series and Evolut THV series in individuals with severe aortic stenosis". #cardiology #heartvalve Read more: ow.ly/Obqv50UK47x

First histopathologically confirmed case of delayed coronary embolization (>20 days) after #TAVI using ACURATE neo2. 👉 STEMI due to calcified embolus 👉 Managed successfully with thrombectomy (no stent needed) 👉 Importance of tailored management for rare post-TAVI complications ow.ly/Ofhc50UL9rx