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Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions Scientific Sessions 2026
SCAI Scientific Sessions 2026 | Interventional Cardiology, Complex PCI, Coronary Intervention, TAVR, Structural Heart Disease, Peripheral Vascular Interventions & Late-Breaking Clinical Trials
The SCAI Scientific Sessions 2026 – Videos + PPTs provides a comprehensive educational overview of contemporary interventional cardiology, featuring scientific research, clinical developments, advanced procedural techniques, and multidisciplinary cardiovascular care. Organized by the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI) in collaboration with the Canadian Association of Interventional Cardiology (CAIC-ACCI), the 2026 meeting brought together interventional cardiologists, cardiovascular researchers, physicians, fellows, and catheterization laboratory professionals from around the world. Held April 23–25, 2026, at the Palais des Congrès de Montréal in Montreal, Canada, the scientific meeting featured expert presentations, late-breaking clinical trials, case-based discussions, live procedural demonstrations, research abstracts, and advanced education across coronary, structural, peripheral, and congenital cardiovascular interventions. The SCAI 2026 Scientific Sessions program examines evolving clinical practices involving complex percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), intravascular imaging, coronary physiology, cardiogenic shock, calcified coronary disease, transcatheter valve interventions, peripheral artery disease, critical limb-threatening ischemia, congenital heart interventions, and cardiovascular device innovation. The original conference also addressed procedural safety, complications management, emerging clinical research, leadership, multidisciplinary decision-making, and developments in cardiovascular technology. The educational collection is described as including video presentations and PowerPoint slides (PPTs) associated with the SCAI Scientific Sessions 2026 program.Course Details
- Course: Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions Scientific Sessions 2026
- Short Title: SCAI Scientific Sessions 2026
- Official Event: SCAI 2026 Scientific Sessions & CAIC-ACCI Summit
- Organizer: Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI)
- Partner Organization: Canadian Association of Interventional Cardiology (CAIC-ACCI)
- Dates: April 23–25, 2026
- Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Venue: Palais des Congrès de Montréal
- Venue Address: 201 Avenue Viger Ouest, Montréal, QC H2Z 1X7
- Official Event Format: In-Person Scientific Conference
- Listed Educational Format: Videos + PowerPoint Presentations
- Primary Specialty: Interventional Cardiology
- Additional Focus: General Cardiology, Structural Heart Disease, Coronary Intervention, Peripheral Vascular Medicine, Congenital Cardiology and Endovascular Medicine
- Language: English
- Scientific Program: More Than 80 Sessions Across Multiple Educational Tracks
- Main Program Chair: Sahil A. Parikh, MD, FSCAI
- Associate Program Chair: Andrew J. Klein, MD, FSCAI
- Assistant Program Chair: Frederick G. P. Welt, MD, MSc, FSCAI
Package Includes
Listed Content Format: Videos + PPTs The product is described as including:- Educational Video Presentations
- PowerPoint Presentation Materials
- Interventional Cardiology Educational Content
- Clinical Research Discussions
- Procedural and Scientific Updates
Target Audience
The program is intended for healthcare professionals involved in cardiovascular diagnosis, catheter-based interventions, advanced procedural care, and cardiovascular research. The target audience includes:- Interventional Cardiologists
- General Cardiologists
- Invasive Cardiologists
- Structural Heart Intervention Specialists
- Coronary Intervention Specialists
- Peripheral Vascular Intervention Specialists
- Congenital Heart Disease Specialists
- Pediatric Interventional Cardiologists
- Cardiology Fellows
- Interventional Cardiology Fellows
- Cardiovascular Researchers
- Cath Lab Physicians
- Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Nurses
- Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioners
- Physician Assistants
- Radiologic Technologists
- Cardiovascular Technologists
- Endovascular Specialists
- Other Healthcare Professionals Involved in Interventional Cardiology
Program Overview
Interventional cardiology continues to evolve through developments in catheter-based devices, cardiovascular imaging, physiological assessment, clinical trials, and minimally invasive treatment strategies. The SCAI 2026 Scientific Sessions & CAIC-ACCI Summit addresses these developments through five major clinical and professional tracks:- Congenital Heart Intervention
- Coronary Intervention
- Peripheral Vascular Intervention
- Structural Heart Intervention
- Interventional Leadership
- Complex Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Calcified Coronary Lesions
- Coronary Intravascular Imaging
- Coronary Physiology
- Drug-Eluting Stents
- In-Stent Restenosis
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Acute Myocardial Infarction
- Mechanical Circulatory Support
- Antiplatelet Therapy
- Structural Heart Disease
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement
- Mitral Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Critical Limb-Threatening Ischemia
- Endovascular Revascularization
- Pulmonary Embolism Intervention
- Congenital Heart Interventions
- Cardiovascular Device Development
- Procedural Complications
- Late-Breaking Clinical Trials
- Scientific Research
- Interventional Cardiology Leadership
Learning Objectives
Based on the major educational themes of the SCAI 2026 meeting, learners reviewing the program should be better prepared to:- Review contemporary clinical research relevant to interventional cardiology.
- Evaluate emerging evidence involving coronary, structural, peripheral, and congenital cardiovascular interventions.
- Understand the role of advanced coronary imaging and physiological assessment in procedural planning.
- Examine treatment strategies for complex coronary artery disease and calcified coronary lesions.
- Review contemporary approaches to cardiogenic shock and mechanical circulatory support.
- Evaluate transcatheter treatment strategies for valvular and structural heart disease.
- Review endovascular approaches to peripheral artery disease and critical limb-threatening ischemia.
- Analyze emerging clinical trial results and their potential implications for cardiovascular practice.
- Apply structured clinical reasoning to complex procedural cases.
- Recognize important procedural complications and review relevant prevention and management principles.
- Understand developments in congenital heart interventions and multidisciplinary cardiovascular care.
- Explore leadership, professional development, and collaboration within interventional cardiology.
Official 2026 Scientific Program Tracks
Session I – Coronary Intervention
The Coronary Track focuses on contemporary percutaneous coronary intervention, complex coronary anatomy, advanced imaging, physiology, and procedural decision-making.Advanced Coronary Imaging and Physiology
Reviews the role of intravascular imaging and coronary physiological assessment in modern PCI. Important considerations include:- Intravascular Ultrasound
- Optical Coherence Tomography
- Fractional Flow Reserve
- Instantaneous Wave-Free Ratio
- Lesion Assessment
- Stent Optimization
- Procedural Planning
- Physiological Guidance
- Clinical Decision-Making
Complex Calcified Coronary Artery Disease
Examines interventional approaches to complex calcified coronary lesions. Important topics include:- Coronary Calcification
- Lesion Preparation
- Rotational Atherectomy
- Intravascular Lithotripsy
- Cutting Balloons
- Scoring Balloons
- Complex PCI
- Procedural Complications
- Device Selection
Contemporary Management of In-Stent Restenosis
Reviews diagnostic assessment and treatment considerations for coronary in-stent restenosis. Relevant topics include:- In-Stent Restenosis
- Drug-Eluting Stents
- Drug-Coated Balloons
- Intravascular Imaging
- Mechanical Stent Failure
- Neoatherosclerosis
- Repeat Revascularization
- Procedural Optimization
Cardiogenic Shock and Acute Coronary Syndromes
The coronary curriculum also addresses difficult decisions involving acute myocardial infarction and cardiogenic shock. Important subjects include:- Acute Myocardial Infarction
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Hemodynamic Assessment
- Mechanical Circulatory Support
- Coronary Revascularization
- Clinical Risk Stratification
- Multidisciplinary Shock Teams
- Treatment Outcomes
Session II – Structural Heart Intervention
The Structural Heart Track explores minimally invasive catheter-based approaches to structural and valvular heart disease.Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
Important considerations include:- Aortic Stenosis
- TAVR
- Patient Selection
- Valve Sizing
- Procedural Planning
- Vascular Access
- Periprocedural Complications
- Coronary Access After TAVR
Transcatheter Mitral Valve Intervention
Topics include:- Mitral Regurgitation
- Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement
- Mitral Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair
- Valve Anatomy
- Patient Selection
- Imaging Guidance
- Procedural Outcomes
- Postprocedural Monitoring
Emerging Structural Heart Technologies
The program examines research involving newer cardiovascular devices and evolving transcatheter interventions. Relevant areas include:- Structural Heart Innovation
- Transcatheter Valve Development
- Minimally Invasive Treatment
- Advanced Imaging
- Procedural Safety
- Clinical Outcomes
- Device Research
Session III – Peripheral Vascular Intervention
The Peripheral Track focuses on endovascular approaches to vascular disease.Peripheral Artery Disease
Important topics include:- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Lower Extremity Arterial Disease
- Claudication
- Endovascular Revascularization
- Vascular Access
- Balloon Angioplasty
- Stenting
- Clinical Outcomes
Critical Limb-Threatening Ischemia
Examines complex vascular disease involving severe limb ischemia. Relevant considerations include:- Critical Limb-Threatening Ischemia
- Limb Salvage
- Endovascular Treatment
- Arterial Revascularization
- Deep Vein Arterialization
- Patient Selection
- Wound Healing
- Functional Outcomes
Pulmonary Embolism Intervention
The scientific program includes research involving catheter-based treatment of pulmonary embolism. Relevant themes include:- Pulmonary Embolism
- Mechanical Thrombectomy
- Aspiration Thrombectomy
- Clinical Risk
- Procedural Safety
- Hemodynamic Outcomes
- Patient Selection
Session IV – Congenital Heart Intervention
The Congenital Track reviews catheter-based cardiovascular interventions in patients with congenital heart disease. Important subjects include:- Congenital Heart Disease
- Pediatric Cardiac Intervention
- Structural Congenital Defects
- Catheter-Based Treatment
- Hemodynamic Assessment
- Imaging Guidance
- Device Selection
- Procedural Planning
- Long-Term Follow-Up
Session V – Interventional Leadership
The Interventional Leadership Track examines the professional and organizational responsibilities of cardiovascular intervention specialists. Important topics include:- Physician Leadership
- Career Development
- Professional Collaboration
- Team Communication
- Workplace Wellbeing
- Financial and Contractual Considerations
- Healthcare Reimbursement
- Professional Transitions
- Mentorship
- Career Sustainability
Late-Breaking Clinical Trials and Featured Research
The following examples are confirmed presentations from the original 2026 scientific meeting. They are not a verified inventory of recordings included in the MedicalAmboss package.Late-Breaking Clinical Trials – Thursday, April 23, 2026
AltaValve Early Feasibility Study: One-Year Outcomes With Atrial Fixation Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement
Faculty: Konstantinos Voudris, MD, PhD, FSCAI Reviews research involving atrial fixation transcatheter mitral valve replacement. The study is relevant to:- Mitral Valve Disease
- Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement
- Structural Heart Devices
- Early Feasibility Research
- Procedural Outcomes
- One-Year Follow-Up
Can Escalation Reduce Acute Myocardial Infarction Mortality in Cardiogenic Shock (CERAMICS)
Faculty: Babar B. Basir, DO, FSCAI Examines research on cardiogenic shock management in patients with acute myocardial infarction. Important areas include:- Acute Myocardial Infarction
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Treatment Escalation
- Mechanical Circulatory Support
- Clinical Outcomes
- Mortality Risk
PROMISE III: 6-Month Clinical and Quality of Life Outcomes in CLTI Patients Treated With Transcatheter Arterialization of the Deep Veins
Faculty: Mehdi H. Shishehbor, DO, MPH, PhD, FSCAI Reviews clinical and quality-of-life outcomes involving transcatheter deep vein arterialization in critical limb-threatening ischemia. Relevant concepts include:- Critical Limb-Threatening Ischemia
- Deep Vein Arterialization
- Limb Salvage
- Endovascular Intervention
- Clinical Follow-Up
- Quality of Life
Sirolimus Eluting Balloons for Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome—Evidence From the SELUTION DeNovo Trial
Faculty: Christian Spaulding, MD, PhD Examines evidence involving sirolimus-eluting balloon therapy in acute coronary syndrome. Relevant subjects include:- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Drug-Eluting Balloons
- Sirolimus
- Coronary Intervention
- Clinical Trial Evidence
- Treatment Outcomes
Featured Clinical Science – Friday, April 24, 2026
6-Month Outcomes of the CARPOOL Study: Radial-to-Peripheral vs. Femoral Access in Lower Extremity PAD Revascularization
Faculty: Sameh Sayfo, MD, MBA, FSCAI Reviews alternative vascular access approaches for lower extremity peripheral artery disease revascularization.Clinical Outcomes of Blood Return During Continuous Aspiration Mechanical Thrombectomy for Pulmonary Embolism: ENGULF Analysis
Faculty: Andrew J. Klein, MD, FSCAI Examines mechanical thrombectomy research and procedural considerations in pulmonary embolism intervention.Electronic Provider Notification Mitigates Age Disparities in the Treatment of Severe Aortic Stenosis: Insights From the DETECT AS Trial
Faculty: Sammy Elmariah, MD, FSCAI Reviews research addressing treatment disparities and clinical notification systems in severe aortic stenosis.Lipoprotein(a) Identifies Residual Cardiovascular Risk in NIH Randomized Trials
Faculty: Subhash Banerjee, MD, FSCAI Examines the relationship between lipoprotein(a) and residual cardiovascular risk.Net Clinical Outcomes of Clopidogrel vs. Aspirin Monotherapy After Coronary Stenting Across Bleeding Risk and Procedural Complexity
Faculty: Hao-Yu Wang, MD, PhD, FSCAI Reviews antiplatelet therapy research following coronary stent implantation.North American COVID-19 Myocardial Infarction (NACMI) Registry: One-Year Follow-Up
Faculty: Payam Dehghani, MD Examines follow-up research involving myocardial infarction and COVID-19.Outcomes of Mitral Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair in Patients With Mitral Annular Calcification
Faculty: Karim Al-Azizi, MD, FSCAI Reviews clinical outcomes following mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair in patients with mitral annular calcification.Featured Keynote and Scientific Lectures
Medical Device Development: A Journey to Transform Patient's Lives
Faculty: Martin B. Leon, MD This keynote explores cardiovascular device innovation and the development of technologies intended to improve patient care. Important themes include:- Medical Device Development
- Clinical Research
- Cardiovascular Innovation
- Device Evaluation
- Translation of Research
- Patient Outcomes
What I Have Learned from Examination of Cases of Sudden Coronary Death
Faculty: Renu Virmani, MD This Founders Lecture reviews insights from pathological examination of sudden coronary death. Relevant considerations include:- Coronary Pathology
- Atherosclerosis
- Plaque Morphology
- Sudden Cardiac Death
- Vascular Disease
- Clinical-Pathological Correlation
How Vascular Biology and Quantum Dynamics Drove a Revolution in Cardiovascular Sciences & Intervention
Faculty: Elazer R. Edelman, MD, PhD The Hildner Lecture examines the relationship between vascular science and developments in cardiovascular intervention.Getting the Gang Back Together
Moderator: Thomas J. Forbes, MD Panelists:- Zahid C. Amin, MD, MSCAI
- Lee N. Benson, MD, MSCAI
- Thomas E. Fagan, MD, MSCAI
- Frank F. Ing, MD, MSCAI
- Larry A. Latson, MD, MSCAI
- Phillip Moore, MD
- Julie A. Vincent, MD, FSCAI
Molecular Engineering to Bedside Innovation
Moderator: Sahil A. Parikh, MD, FSCAI Panelists:- Elazer R. Edelman, MD, PhD
- Martin B. Leon, MD
- Renu Virmani, MD
Additional Scientific Activities
The original SCAI 2026 program also featured:- Live Cardiovascular Cases
- Hands-On Workshops
- Endovascular Practicums
- Learning Laboratories
- Oral Abstract Presentations
- Poster Abstracts
- International Case Exchanges
- Fellows Summit for Complex Cases
- SCAI Women in Innovations
- SCAI Science and Practice
- Professional Networking
- Scientific Research Discussions
Major Topics Covered
- SCAI Scientific Sessions 2026
- Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions
- Interventional Cardiology
- Coronary Intervention
- Complex PCI
- Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Mechanical Circulatory Support
- Coronary Imaging
- Intravascular Ultrasound
- Optical Coherence Tomography
- Coronary Physiology
- Fractional Flow Reserve
- Coronary Calcification
- Atherectomy
- Intravascular Lithotripsy
- Drug-Eluting Stents
- Drug-Coated Balloons
- In-Stent Restenosis
- Antiplatelet Therapy
- Structural Heart Intervention
- TAVR
- TMVR
- Mitral TEER
- Aortic Stenosis
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Critical Limb-Threatening Ischemia
- Endovascular Revascularization
- Deep Vein Arterialization
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Mechanical Thrombectomy
- Congenital Heart Intervention
- Pediatric Interventional Cardiology
- Cardiovascular Devices
- Procedural Complications
- Late-Breaking Clinical Trials
- Cardiovascular Research
- Clinical Case Discussions
- Interventional Leadership
Coronary Artery Disease and Complex PCI
Percutaneous coronary intervention remains an important treatment option for selected patients with coronary artery disease. Complex PCI may involve challenging coronary anatomy, severe calcification, bifurcation lesions, chronic total occlusions, restenosis, and hemodynamic instability. The SCAI 2026 educational program emphasizes procedural planning, appropriate imaging, device selection, complication management, and evidence-based intervention.Structural Heart Disease and Transcatheter Therapy
Structural heart interventions continue to evolve through advances in transcatheter valve replacement, valve repair, cardiovascular imaging, and device development. The program includes scientific discussions relevant to aortic and mitral valve disease, patient selection, structural heart procedures, and clinical outcomes.Peripheral Vascular Disease and Limb Preservation
Peripheral artery disease and critical limb-threatening ischemia present important challenges in cardiovascular care. Endovascular technologies and revascularization approaches are evaluated through clinical trials and procedural research. The program provides educational perspectives on the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of complex peripheral vascular disease.Cardiogenic Shock and Mechanical Circulatory Support
Cardiogenic shock is associated with significant clinical risk and requires coordinated assessment and treatment. The curriculum examines emerging research and interventional approaches intended to improve care in patients with acute myocardial infarction and severe hemodynamic compromise.Cardiovascular Clinical Trials and Evidence-Based Practice
Late-breaking scientific research is a major component of SCAI Scientific Sessions. The 2026 program includes presentations examining coronary devices, structural interventions, peripheral vascular procedures, cardiogenic shock, antiplatelet therapy, and cardiovascular outcomes. Clinicians are encouraged to evaluate trial design, patient populations, clinical endpoints, study limitations, and implications for practice.Procedural Education and Complex Cases
The original conference includes practical educational activities involving advanced procedures, difficult cardiovascular anatomy, clinical case exchanges, and complication management. These activities support the integration of clinical evidence with procedural expertise and multidisciplinary decision-making.Interventional Cardiology Leadership and Collaboration
Interventional cardiovascular care depends on effective communication among physicians, nurses, technologists, imaging specialists, researchers, and other healthcare professionals. The leadership curriculum addresses professional growth, team collaboration, career development, and challenges affecting contemporary cardiovascular practice.Program Leadership
Sahil A. Parikh, MD, FSCAI
SCAI 2026 Program ChairAndrew J. Klein, MD, FSCAI
Associate Program ChairFrederick G. P. Welt, MD, MSc, FSCAI
Assistant Program Chair The original conference brought together international faculty and research contributors across multiple cardiovascular subspecialties.Continuing Medical Education
The original SCAI 2026 Scientific Sessions & CAIC-ACCI Summit provided educational activities for interventional cardiovascular professionals. Any official continuing medical education credits or certificates are governed by the accreditation and participation requirements of the organizer.Important CME Notice
Purchasing separately distributed educational files from MedicalAmboss does not provide:- Official SCAI CME Credits
- Official Completion Certificates
- SCAI Conference Registration
- Live Conference Attendance
- SCAI Membership
- Official Conference Library Access
- Publisher Platform Accounts
- Publisher-Hosted Extras