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ACC 2009 Sessions
on Intravascular Imaging and Functional Measurement
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March 26, 2009 (updated
with comments by Joe Burnett) --
A number of studies in the past year have shown benefits in stent
and angioplasty procedures for intravascular imaging and functional
measurement
modalities, such as Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR), Intravascular
Ultrasound (IVUS, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), as well
as newer technologies, like Forward-Looking IVUS and VH plaque
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The upcoming American College of Cardiology
Annual Scientific Sessions, being held in Orlando, Florida from
March 28-31 is featuring more than 50 presentations, case reviews
and abstracts focused on these technologies.
Joe Burnett, Vice President of Marketing at Volcano,
a manufacturer of intravascular imaging and measurement equipment,
commented:
"Three
years ago, you could flip through the ACC program and see a couple
of presentations on intravascular assessment using IVUS or FFR.
This year, there are more than 50.
"Word is getting out that more precise
guidance during
PCI is important, and the sheer number of talks focused on higher
resolution tools, highlight the increased demand for access to
these technologies. The strategy that relied on angiography alone
is evolving
to include better confirmation of disease severity and stenting
technique. The economic environment that our healthcare system
faces is demanding
that we target the right patients, and that we get it right the
first time."
Key sessions of interest include:
- Saturday, March 28, 10-12, Room W314B:
Eight presentations highlighting clinical data demonstrating
the value of IVUS in a variety of patient
populations.
- Saturday, March 28, 2:10-2:40, Room W314B:
Debate over the role of IVUS versus OCT in mainstream applications.
- Sunday,
March 29, 4:40-5:30, Room W314B: Five presentations on the
value of FFR in different
settings and
the impact of the FAME data..
A complete list of sessions can by downloaded here.
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