Interventional Cardiology

Long-term exposure to air pollution was associated with a significantly increased risk of aortic stenosis, particularly among those with greater genetic susceptibility.

A machine-learning model accurately predicted syncope recurrence after PFO closure, potentially helping clinicians identify high-risk patients earlier.

Transcatheter treatment for tricuspid regurgitation increased more than tenfold in Germany between 2018–2023 and was associated with lower in-hospital mortality than surgery, according to data presented at EuroPCR 2026.

AI-assisted OCT support improved clinician confidence during PCI decision-making and eliminated differences between experienced and less experienced OCT users at EuroPCR 2026.

Long-term data presented at EuroPCR 2026 showed similar mortality rates after PCI or CABG for left main coronary artery disease.

Local coronary inflammation was associated with greater risk of adverse cardiovascular events after PCI than systemic inflammation alone.

Long-term LVAD therapy was linked to progressive coagulation changes and hypocoagulability in patients with advanced heart failure.

Coronary artery disease analysis finds similar mortality between CABG and PCI, but fewer adverse events and repeat procedures with CABG.