SCAI 2026 Angio-Derived Physiology: Data, Technology, and Clinical Integration-Discussion

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The panel discussed how angio-derived physiology can be adopted more widely in cath labs. They favored a hybrid education model: physician peers teach the clinical value while industry supports software use and troubleshooting. Speakers emphasized physiology is not just a red/green decision but should guide overall clinical judgment, lesion deferral, and revascularization strategy. They noted reimbursement, cath lab buy-in, and champion users are key to dissemination. The group also reviewed evidence showing strong concordance with invasive FFR, acknowledged some discordance, and stressed that outcome trials and real-world data are important for reimbursement and confidence.

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Keywords

angio-derived physiology

fractional flow reserve

cath lab adoption

hybrid education model

revascularization strategy