2024 Fellows Courses

Treatment of Complex Bypass Graft Disease Treatment

Presenter

Carlos E. Alfonso, M.D., FSCAI, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Coral Gables, FL
Carlos E. Alfonso, M.D., FSCAI, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Coral Gables, FL

Learning Objectives:
  1. Explain the pathophysiology and clinical significance of complex bypass graft disease, differentiating between venous and arterial grafts.
  2. Discuss means of preventing no-reflow in saphenous vein grafts (SVGs) using pharmacologic agents and device techniques/technologies, including the role of embolic protection devices.
  3. Provide some basic tips for performing PCI through the LIMA (considerations for shorter guides, and anticipation of vasospasm etc.
  4. Share advanced procedural tips and tricks for managing complex bypass graft disease, analyzing case studies to identify best practices and decision-making processes.
Keywords: Left Main and Bifurcation