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Bioabsorbable Stents: The Future Is Near

A review of the breakthroughs and challenges of bioabsorbable stents as a potential solution to the risks associated with available drug-eluting stents.

By Refat Jabara, MD, FACC; Lakshmana Pendyala, MD; Jack Chen, MD, FACC; and Nicolas Chronos, MD, FACC

Next-Generation DES Technology

By Ted E. Feldman, MD, FSCAI - Chief Medical Editor

A Step-by-Step Description of the DK Crush Technique

An overview of the materials required and how to perform the technique, with technical tips.

By Jun-Jie Zhang, MD, and Shao-Liang Chen, MD

East Meets West: Emerging Transcatheter Aortic Valve Technologies

Emerging valve systems and iterative technologies from around the world and how they could shape global practice going forward.

By Federico Mercanti, MD; Zhen-Gang Zhao, MD; Antoinette Neylon, MD, BCh; Mao Chen, MD, PhD; and Darren Mylotte, MD, BCh

Making the Most of CT in TAVR Planning

From clinical research to standard-of-care procedural planning.

By Hasan Jilaihawi, MD

The Current Role of Bare-Metal Stents

An evaluation of the importance of BMS in contemporary practice.

By Itsik Ben-Dor, MD; Ron Waksman, MD; Augusto D. Pichard, MD; Joseph Lindsay, MD; and Lowell F. Satler, MD

Conduction Disturbance After TAVR

How to decide for permanent pacing and impact of new pacemakers after TAVR.

By Yasser Sammour, MD, and Samir R. Kapadia, MD

Contemporary Assessment of Alternative Access Routes for TAVR

A summary of alternative access options to transfemoral access for TAVR procedures.

By Shane P. Prejean, MD; Mustafa I. Ahmed, MD; and Kyle W. Eudailey, MD

TAVR or SAVR First? A 62-Year-Old Man With Severe Aortic Stenosis

This hypothetical case scenario highlights necessary considerations regarding clinical and anatomic factors, long-term durability, and lifetime management when approaching decision-making in younger, lower-risk patients with severe aortic stenosis.

By Syed Zaid, MD, and Vinayak N. Bapat, MD, FRCS

Next-Generation Fully Bioresorbable Polymer Stents

A summary of technology undergoing testing and a look at what is on the horizon.

By Rémi Kouz, MD, CM, MSc; and Jean-François Tanguay, MD, FACC, FAHA, FESC

Clinical Trial Equity: From Design and Patient Recruitment to Investigator Opportunities

A multipronged approach is required to improve gender inclusivity in clinical trials and increase female representation in academia and senior clinical roles.

By Nicola Ryan, MB, BCh, BAO, MPH, and Vinoda Sharma, FRCP

Essential Equipment for Radial Access Problem Solving

A synopsis of the techniques and technology available to assist with and improve the benefits of radial access procedures.

By Anthony Wassef, MD, FRCPC, and Asim N. Cheema, MD, PhD, FRCPC

Poststenting Physiology

The “corroborative standard” of successful PCI.

By Bobby Ghosh, MD; Abdul Hakeem, MD; and Barry Uretsky, MD

Contemporary Considerations in Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Replacement

Clinical evidence, current and forthcoming technology, and patient-centered decision-making for treating the pulmonary valve.

By Ada C. Stefanescu Schmidt, MD, MSc, and Shabana Shahanavaz, MD, MBBS

TAVI in Bicuspid Aortic Valves

An overview of the current data and technical considerations for transcatheter intervention in bicuspid aortic valves.

By Didier Tchétché, MD

Managing Radial Access Complications

Gaining familiarity with this technique can help transcend the radial access learning curve.

By S. Elissa Altin, MD, and Varinder P. Singh, MD

Targeting Aortic Stenosis Care

Insights from the Target: Aortic Stenosis initiative on best practices and barriers across the aortic stenosis care continuum.

By Mohammad Forouzannia, MD; Yousif Ahmad, MD; and Sammy Elmariah, MD, MPH