2024 Fellows Courses

Abrupt Closure: Why Is There No Flow?

Presenter

Joaquin E. Cigarroa, M.D., MSCAI, Oregon Health & Science University Hospital, Portland, OR
Joaquin E. Cigarroa, M.D., MSCAI, Oregon Health & Science University Hospital, Portland, OR

Learning Objectives:
  1. Identify the potential causes of abrupt loss of coronary flow and learn how to make the differential diagnosis.
  2. Introduce and explain an algorithmic approach to diagnosing and managing cases of no coronary flow.
  3. Explain the management strategies for specific complications that cause abrupt closure including coronary dissections, distal embolization, and air embolism.
Keywords: Complex and High-risk Coronary Intervention (CHIP) and Complications