CT-Guided Coronary Interventions: An Update From the SCAI/SCCT Scientific Roundtable-Role of CT for CTO PCI Planning, Dr. Emmanouli S. Brilakis

Role of CT for CTO PCI Planning, Dr. Emmanouli S. Brilakis

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Manos Berlakis, director of complex coronary interventions at the Minneapolis Heart Institute, discussed the importance of coronary computed tomography (CT) in planning Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) procedures. He highlighted that CT is valuable for assessing lesion start points, occluded segments, and distal vessel quality, though less effective for evaluating collaterals. Berlakis shared experiences demonstrating CT's role in enhancing procedural success and decision-making, particularly for complex cases. He emphasized the value of continual learning and adaptation, supported by data showing improved outcomes when CT is used in preparation for CTO interventions.

Keywords

coronary computed tomography

Chronic Total Occlusion

complex coronary interventions

procedural success

CTO procedures