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The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) has elevated intracoronary imaging guidance by intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) or optical coherence tomography (OCT) to a Class 1A recommendation when performing percutaneous coronary interventions (PCIs) and managing complex lesions, including left main, bifurcations, and long lesions Conavi Medical #IVUS #OCT

🔍 Advancements in Interventional Cardiology: Transforming Cardiovascular Care 🚑 Interventional cardiology continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in cardiovascular care, offering less invasive options for patients with complex heart conditions. Procedures like ''angioplasty, stent placement'', and ''coronary interventions'' have drastically improved outcomes for patients at high risk of heart failure or coronary artery disease. One key trend is the increasing use of percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI), which enable more precise treatment with minimal recovery time compared to traditional surgery. The advent of robotic-assisted PCI is also gaining traction, allowing for greater accuracy in stent placement while reducing clinicians' radiation exposure. Furthermore, using ''hemodynamic support devices'', such as ''ECMO and Impella pumps'', in high-risk procedures provides crucial stability during complex interventions, leading to better long-term outcomes. As we continue to refine techniques and integrate advanced technologies, interventional cardiology will play a pivotal role in reducing mortality rates and improving the quality of life for cardiac patients. What are your thoughts on the future of interventional cardiology?! #Cardiology #InterventionalCardiology #PercutaneousIntervention #PCI #CoronaryIntervention #ECMO #Impella #CardiovascularCare #InnovationInMedicine

Many testing modalities support transcatheter aortic valve replacement. The ECG, which has long proved useful in many areas of medicine, also has a key role to play in evaluating patients for these procedures, guiding management choices and providing prognostic information before patients are taken to the cath lab. #ePeeps #DCARInsights #cardiology

Many testing modalities support transcatheter aortic valve replacement. The ECG, which has long proved useful in many areas of medicine, also has a key role to play in evaluating patients for these procedures, guiding management choices and providing prognostic information before patients are taken to the cath lab. #ePeeps #DCARInsights #cardiology

Many testing modalities support transcatheter aortic valve replacement. The ECG, which has long proved useful in many areas of medicine, also has a key role to play in evaluating patients for these procedures, guiding management choices and providing prognostic information before patients are taken to the cath lab. #ePeeps #DCARInsights #cardiology

Many testing modalities support transcatheter aortic valve replacement. The ECG, which has long proved useful in many areas of medicine, also has a key role to play in evaluating patients for these procedures, guiding management choices and providing prognostic information before patients are taken to the cath lab. #ePeeps #DCARInsights #cardiology

Many testing modalities support transcatheter aortic valve replacement. The ECG, which has long proved useful in many areas of medicine, also has a key role to play in evaluating patients for these procedures, guiding management choices and providing prognostic information before patients are taken to the cath lab. #ePeeps #DCARInsights #cardiology

Many testing modalities support transcatheter aortic valve replacement. The ECG, which has long proved useful in many areas of medicine, also has a key role to play in evaluating patients for these procedures, guiding management choices and providing prognostic information before patients are taken to the cath lab. #ePeeps #DCARInsights #cardiology

https://lnkd.in/gDWDccsf Article title: Giant calcified left coronary artery aneurysm Author(s): Samuël Jenard*; Badih El Nakadi Journal: Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine and Cardiology Journal ISSN: 2455-2976 Figure 1: Preoperative chest X-rays of a 54-year-old woman admitted for stable angina showing a nodular opacity in the left para-hilar region (A and B). Laboratory only showed a hypercholesterolemia. An EKG was performed showing a sinus bradycardia associated with first-degree atrioventricular bloc (PR 212ms). A coronarography described a calcific spheroid lesion with a para-aortic left situation. An occlusion of the LAD and a stenosis of the OM1 in the ostia estimated at 80-85% were also reported. During the coronary artery bypass, we discovered a hard and white tumor affecting the proximal LAD (C). The dissection showed a calcified aneurysm of the LAD of 2x1.5x1.5 cm (D). Pathological examination revealed an atherosclerotic etiology with no sign of inflammatory disease. #Aneurysm #CoronaryArtery #Radiography #Surgery #CoronaryArteryDiseases #ValvularHeartDisease #Electrophysiology #CardiacElectrophysiology #Echocardiography #InterventionalCardiology #ClinicalCardiology #NuclearCardiology #AcuteCoronarySyndromes #ArrhythmiaEP #CVImaging #CVDPrevention #CardiacArrhythmias #Peertechz #PeertechzPublications #OpenAccess #ScientificJournals #PeerReviewedJournals #OpenAccessPublishers #CardiacPhysiology #CardiacRegeneration #CardiacRehabilitation #Cardiomyopathies #CardiovascularDrugs #CardiovascularTherapy #CardiovascularAnatomy #CongenitalHeartDefects 

🎉 Celebrating 22 Years of TAVR Innovation! 🎉 Today marks a monumental milestone in cardiovascular history! 🫀✨ 22 years ago, on April 16th, 2002, the first Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) procedure was performed, forever changing how we approach aortic valve disease. 🩺💡 Back in 2002, the idea of replacing a heart valve without open-heart surgery seemed like something out of science fiction. But thanks to the pioneering work of visionaries like Dr. Alain Cribier and Dr. Martin Leon, that vision became a reality. 💪🔬 Their tireless dedication and groundbreaking research paved the way for a less invasive alternative to traditional surgery, offering hope to patients who were deemed high-risk or inoperable. What's truly remarkable about TAVR is not just the procedure itself but the ripple effects it has had on cardiovascular care as a whole. It's sparked a paradigm shift in how we approach patient care, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and the "Heart Team" approach. ❤️👩⚕️👨⚕️ This collaborative spirit has extended beyond TAVR to other areas of cardiovascular medicine, driving innovation and improving patient outcomes across the board. As we celebrate 22 years of TAVR innovation, let's take a moment to reflect on the incredible progress we've made. 🎉 But let's also look ahead to the future, where even more exciting advancements are on the horizon. 🚀 Stay tuned with ArchCath for more updates on the latest heart health and technology breakthroughs! 💖 Curious to learn more about the journey of TAVR? Dive into this insightful article for a front-row seat view! 🎬📖 https://lnkd.in/ef4w9_VA #TAVR #CardiovascularInnovation #MedicalHistory #HeartHealth #Innovation #HealthcareHeroes #ArchCath