In recent times, pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE) has been the subject of growing research due to its persistent impact on morbidity and mortality. Acute PTE, if not properly treated or inadequately treated, can lead to a debilitating condition known as post-PTE syndrome, which has been documented in nearly 50% of survivors. The primary treatment strategy for...
We are well aware of the multifactorial nature of hypertension, as well as the fact that it responds well to medication and lifestyle changes. It can be treated with renal denervation (RDN), which has been shown safe and effective in several randomized and non-randomized studies. However, the group of patients that will benefit most from...
On November 9 thru 11, 2023, the 18th Colombian Congress of Hemodynamics and Cardiovascular Interventionism will be held at the Blue Garden Convention Center (6th floor) in Barranquilla. The event will feature important Latin American and International key note speakers and is oriented to interventional cardiologists and to all healthcare professionals involved in the treatment...
The population is aging, which is closely related with the presence of aortic stenosis. This condition, as we know, is associated with coronary artery disease (CAD) approximately in 50% of cases. In high risk surgical patients, this calls for procedures such as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). PCI with ventricular...
We invite the entire community to take part in the annual meeting of the Venezuelan Society of Interventional Cardiology (SOVECI). This prestigious event will take place on November 17 and 18 at the Eurobuilding Hotel in Caracas, Venezuela. SOVECI 2023 is an excellent opportunity for cardiologists, including other expert physicians, fellows, cardiopulmonary nurses and technicians,...
The use of drub coated balloons (DCB) in the treatment of femoropopliteal artery disease has grown. Studies on first generation high dose DCB (HD-DCB) have shown benefits, which has led to their recommendation by current guidelines. However, there have been reports of secondary effects caused by paclitaxel and its excipients. Second generation low dose DCB...
Coronary calcification, whether concentric or eccentric, has always posed a challenge in percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) due to difficulties in plaque preparation, device navigability, proper stent apposition, drug release, and potential complications during the procedure. This study analyzed 262 patients who participated in the four Disrupt CAD OCT Studies and underwent PCI using coronary lithotripsy followed...
The 29th annual meeting of the Latin American Society of Interventional Cardiology (SOLACI) and the 34th annual meeting of the Argentinian School of Interventional Cardiology (CACI) is approaching. The appointed date is August 7 thru 9, 2023 and the event will be taking place at Buenos Aires Hilton Hotel. Enter our website and check the...
The impact of diabetes on the development of cardiovascular disease is widely known, with a strong association with extensive and diffuse coronary artery disease. Decision-making regarding how to revascularize patients with multi-vessel disease is a complex process. In this context, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) has been recommended over percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) based on...
The negative impact of mitral regurgitation (MR) on patient mortality, morbidity, and quality of life is widely recognized. However, only 15% of patients are referred for surgery due to their high surgical risk and low ejection fraction. Transcatheter edge-to-edge repair has become an important alternative for this group of patients. For subjects with degenerative MR,...