From the Experts

Morton J. Kern, MD, discusses how the AIR-STEMI trial could influence complete revascularization strategies in STEMI by using angiography-derived physiology to guide treatment of nonculprit lesions and potentially reduce unnecessary PCI.

Pratik Sandesara, MD, discusses the evolving role of mechanical thrombectomy in pulmonary embolism care, including STORM-PE, Penumbra’s Lightning Flash® CAVT™ technology, multidisciplinary PERT decision-making, hospital resource utilization,...

A conversation with Dr. Hurtado and Dr. Delgado from the University of Miami on patient selection, collaboration, and integrating ultrasound renal denervation into hypertension care.

Rogers and Merschen review the challenges of coronary artery calcium in PCI, with a practical focus on intravascular imaging and plaque-modification strategies including atherectomy, intravascular lithotripsy, specialty balloons, and hybrid...

Dr. McAuliffe examines diverse applications of AI and reviews examples already integrated in the cath lab across the full procedural workflow.

Morton J. Kern, MD, outlines a practical cath lab crisis playbook for managing no-reflow, coronary perforation, acute vessel closure, and vascular access complications, with an emphasis on immediate action, escalation, and clear team...

A single complex TAVR case led to Dr. Wayangankar's multidisciplinary effort to establish a structural heart training program in Goa, India, demonstrating how international collaboration can expand access to advanced valve therapies and build...

As angiography-derived fractional flow reserve (FFR) systems gain traction, Drs. Morton Kern and Arnold Seto assess the evidence supporting a class effect and the workflow considerations that may influence platform selection.