Promedica International CME – Precision PCI 2021

Advanced Coronary Physiology, IVUS Imaging, and Precision-Guided Percutaneous Coronary Intervention

Overview

Precision PCI 2021 is a highly specialized interventional cardiology educational program dedicated to the integration of coronary physiology, intravascular imaging, and precision-guided percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). This comprehensive CME activity brings together internationally recognized experts to discuss the latest advances in physiologic lesion assessment, IVUS-guided PCI, coronary imaging, microvascular evaluation, and contemporary stent optimization strategies.

Through expert lectures, panel discussions, case reviews, and live procedural demonstrations, participants gain practical knowledge on how to improve PCI outcomes using evidence-based physiologic and imaging-guided approaches.

The program places particular emphasis on the expanding role of IVUS (Intravascular Ultrasound), coronary physiology assessment, angiography-derived FFR technologies, CT-FFR, microvascular disease evaluation, and post-PCI optimization.

Course Specifications

Format

• 1 Comprehensive Video Lecture
• Duration: 5 Hours 52 Minutes
• Conference Program PDF

Course Year

2021

Educational Level

Advanced

Specialty

Interventional Cardiology

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Understand the physiological basis of coronary lesion assessment.
• Apply physiologic measurements to guide PCI decision-making.
• Utilize IVUS for lesion characterization and stent optimization.
• Interpret advanced coronary imaging findings.
• Assess serial lesions and diffuse coronary disease.
• Evaluate coronary physiology without invasive pressure wires.
• Understand microvascular physiology and coronary flow assessment.
• Optimize PCI outcomes using contemporary imaging-guided techniques.
• Reduce complications such as stent thrombosis and restenosis.
• Integrate evidence from major physiology and imaging trials into practice.

Core Topics Covered

Coronary Physiology Fundamentals

Topics Include

• Coronary Blood Flow
• Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR)
• Resting Physiologic Assessment
• Lesion Significance
• Functional Coronary Evaluation

Participants learn the physiologic principles that guide modern PCI decision-making.

Physiology-Guided PCI

Topics Include

• FFR-Guided Revascularization
• Resting Pressure Ratios
• Physiologic Lesion Assessment
• Functional Versus Anatomic Disease Evaluation
• PCI Decision Algorithms

Special emphasis is placed on selecting appropriate lesions for intervention.

Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS)

One of the major themes of the course.

Topics Include

• Basic IVUS Interpretation
• Vessel Sizing
• Plaque Assessment
• Stent Sizing
• Stent Expansion
• Stent Apposition
• Lesion Morphology

Participants learn how IVUS improves procedural precision and long-term outcomes.

IVUS-Guided PCI

Topics Include

• Routine IVUS Use
• PCI Optimization
• Left Main PCI
• Complex Coronary Disease
• Calcified Lesions
• High-Risk Interventions

Experts present evidence supporting widespread adoption of IVUS-guided PCI.

Advanced Coronary Imaging

Topics Include

• Intravascular Imaging Technologies
• Plaque Characterization
• Mechanistic Insights
• Imaging-Guided Revascularization
• Future Imaging Platforms

PROSPECT II Insights

Topics Include

• Vulnerable Plaque Assessment
• Imaging Biomarkers
• Risk Prediction
• Future Preventive Strategies

Review of important clinical trial findings and their impact on contemporary practice.

Serial Lesions and Diffuse Disease

Topics Include

• Angiographic Co-Registration
• Physiologic Mapping
• Diffuse Coronary Disease
• Serial Lesion Assessment
• Treatment Planning

Participants learn advanced approaches to complex coronary anatomy.

Emerging Physiology Trials

Topics Include

• Physiology Versus Medical Therapy
• Contemporary Clinical Trials
• Evidence-Based Revascularization
• Future Directions

Review of recent studies influencing clinical practice.

Live PCI Case Demonstration

Topics Include

• Real-Time Decision Making
• Imaging Integration
• Physiology-Guided Intervention
• Procedural Optimization
• Expert Commentary

A live case provides practical application of course concepts.

Left Main Coronary Intervention

Topics Include

• Left Main Disease Assessment
• IVUS-Guided Left Main PCI
• Stent Optimization
• Outcome Improvement

The importance of imaging guidance in left main intervention is emphasized throughout the session.

Complex PCI Scenarios

Topics Include

• Calcified Coronary Disease
• Chronic Kidney Disease
• Contrast Reduction Strategies
• High-Risk PCI
• Complex Anatomy

Wire-Free Physiology Assessment

Topics Include

• Angiography-Derived FFR
• CT-Derived FFR
• Computational Physiology
• Noninvasive Coronary Assessment

Review of emerging technologies designed to simplify physiologic assessment.

Post-PCI Optimization

Topics Include

• Post-PCI Physiology
• Functional PCI Success
• Residual Ischemia
• Stent Performance Evaluation

Experts debate whether routine post-PCI physiologic assessment should become standard practice.

Stent Thrombosis and DAPT

Topics Include

• IVUS Predictors of Stent Failure
• Stent Thrombosis Mechanisms
• Dual Antiplatelet Therapy (DAPT)
• Imaging-Guided Risk Stratification

Microvascular Physiology

Topics Include

• Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction
• Flow-Based Assessment
• Microcirculatory Disease
• Advanced Physiologic Testing

Growing attention is given to coronary disease beyond epicardial stenosis.

Educational Features

Expert International Faculty

Features many of the world’s leading authorities in coronary physiology and intravascular imaging.

Practical Case-Based Learning

Real-world cases demonstrate immediate clinical application.

Evidence-Based Content

Incorporates findings from major physiology and imaging trials.

Advanced PCI Focus

Designed specifically for operators managing complex coronary interventions.

Target Audience

Physicians

• Interventional Cardiologists
• General Cardiologists
• Structural Heart Specialists
• Cardiology Fellows
• Cardiovascular Imaging Specialists

Allied Health Professionals

• Cath Lab Nurses
• Cardiovascular Technologists
• Cath Lab Coordinators

Trainees

• Interventional Cardiology Fellows
• Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging Fellows

Why This Course Stands Out

• Dedicated entirely to precision-guided PCI.
• Extensive focus on IVUS and coronary physiology.
• Covers cutting-edge wire-free physiology technologies.
• Includes live case demonstrations and expert discussions.
• Emphasizes practical strategies to improve PCI outcomes.
• Features internationally recognized leaders in interventional cardiology.