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JSCAI BEATS
Author: The Journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions
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Interventional Cardiology experts explore the latest breakthroughs, insights, and exclusive interviews from The Journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (JSCAI), SCAI's official journal. Stay connected with your on-the-go journal resource for the latest cutting-edge developments, innovations, and research.
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Ryan D. Madder, MD, and Mirvat Alasnag, MD, discuss occupational radiation exposure across cath lab teams and the outsized impact of radiation outliers, with the top 10% of cases contributing nearly 60% of cumulative dose. Read the article in JSCAI: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01500-5/fulltext
Experts and investigators Saher Sabri, MD; Jun Li, MD; Mehdi Shishehbor, DO, MPH, PhD; Peter P. Monteleone, MD, and Sahil Parikh, MD discuss findings from the study evaluating the AVENTUS Thrombectomy System in patients with acute intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism. Results suggest the system is a safe and effective primary treatment option, improving right ventricular function and reducing clot burden with minimal blood loss. Read the study in JSCAI: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01103-2/fulltext
In this expert discussion, Drs. David Rizik, Sachin Goel, Santiago Garcia, MD, & Puvi Seshiah discuss the a novel transcatheter approach for treating aortic regurgitation in LVAD patients—an especially high-risk group with limited options. The conversation highlights key procedural insights and how the Navitor self-expanding intra-annular valve was successfully used despite the absence of valve calcification. Read the article in JSCAI: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)00061-4/fulltext
In this insightful JSCAIBEATS episode, Dr. Howaida El-Said and Dr. Fatima Ali dive into the JSCAI study from The Aga Khan University Hospital examining health-related quality of life in patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) after cardiac catheterization. Drs. El-Said and Ali unpack why the researchers took on this study, what surprising insights they uncovered, and what it means for clinicians working in CHD care.Read the full article: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01364-X/fulltext
Wireless angiography derived physiology (ADP) has the potential to address key limitations of invasive wire-based assessment—the gold standard for evaluating intermediate coronary stenoses—by streamlining workflow, reducing costs and procedural time, and encouraging increased adoption. This interview with Evan Shlofmitz, William Fearon, Dean Kereiakes, and Birgitte Krogsgaard Anderson discuss highlights from the SCAI roundtable, including core concepts, clinical applications, advantages and limitations, available technologies, and future directions for integrating ADP into practice.Read the article in JSCAI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jscai.2025.104156
Join our expert panel as they break down new insights from the FUSION study, exploring how fractional flow reserve (FFR) and optical coherence tomography (OCT) reshape revascularization decision-making and device selection in PCI. Learn how combining anatomical, morphological, and physiological data can refine strategy and enhance procedural outcomes.SCAI experts Daniel Chamié, Allen Jeremias, Prasad Gunasekaran, Carlos Collet, and Gary Mintz discuss the findings and clinical insights from this new study. Read the full JSCAI article here: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01447-4/fulltext
In this Conversations in Interventional Cardiology, Dr. Andrew Goldsweig moderates a discussion with presenting author Dr. Philippe Genereux and experts Dr. Islam Y. Elgendy and Dr. Michael J. Reardon on new evidence in asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis. The panel discusses a meta-analysis published in JSCAI showing that preemptive aortic valve replacement may reduce mortality, cardiovascular hospitalizations, and stroke compared with clinical surveillance, and discusses implications for contemporary clinical decision-making. Read the article in JSCAI: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01105-6/fulltext
Stroke remains a leading global health challenge, and severe carotid artery disease accounts for nearly 20% of ischemic strokes. While carotid endarterectomy was long considered the gold standard, the advent of minimally invasive carotid artery stenting (CAS) has transformed stroke prevention strategies. In this Pioneers in Interventional Cardiology episode, Drs. Christopher J. White, Gary S. Roubin, and David A. Cox, reflect on the evolution of CAS, the multidisciplinary collaboration that drove its success, and the innovations shaping its future. Read the related JSCAI article: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01557-1/fulltext
This episode of JSCAIBEATS, Drs. Holly Bauser-Heaton, MD, and Ralf J. Holzer, MD discuss factors associated with prolonged hospital length of stay following pediatric and congenital cardiac catheterization. Read the article in JSCAI: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01246-3/fulltext
This episode of JSCAI BEATS, Drs. Megan Coylewright, MD, FSCAI, and Parasuram Krishnamoorthy, MD review new insights on fluoroscopic lucent line visualization during SAPIEN 3 TAVR, examining its real-world reproducibility and procedural implications. Their discussion focuses on what these findings mean for patient care & helping operators make more pragmatic, patient-centered procedural decisions.Read the article in JSCAI: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01298-0/fulltext
In this episode of JSCAI BEATS, Drs. Andrew Klein, Mohammed Hajar, and Sameh Sayfro, MD, discuss the SHOCKIFY trial, which evaluates intravascular lithotripsy with a drug-coated balloon as a minimally invasive alternative to surgical endarterectomy for heavily calcified common femoral artery disease. Read the article in JSCAI: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01307-9/fulltext
Impella-supported high-risk PCI provides a critical treatment option for patients who are not candidates for CABG, with important implications for shared decision-making and patient-centered care. The clinical impact on patient outcomes, risk assessment, and care pathways is further explored with Drs. Wayne B. Batchelor, MD, MHS, MBA and Jacqueline E. Tamis-Holland, MD, FSCAI. Read the article in JSCAI: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01301-8/fulltext
This episode explores the SCAI Position Statement on transcatheter occlusion of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in premature infants, a transformative approach that has rapidly gained traction since FDA approval of devices for low-birth-weight patients. SCAI experts, Drs. Frank Ing, Brent Gordon, Shawn Batlivala, Carl Backes, and Stephen Nageotte discuss the evolution from surgical ligation to catheter-based therapy, highlighting patient selection, procedural best practices, and institutional considerations for programmatic success. Watch to learn how these recommendations aim to improve outcomes and set standards for operator competency and care delivery.Read the full JSCAI article here: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01308-0/fulltext
At VIVA Conference 2025, an in-person panel featuring Eric Secemsky, Ehrin Armstrong, Sahil Parikh, Venita Chandra, and Saher Sabri highlighted the major themes from the two-part series, Contemporary Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia Care in the United States, published in JSCAI. Based on the work of the Vascular InterVentional Advances (VIVA) Foundation—which convened a multispecialty Vascular Leaders Forum to openly address challenges in CLTI care and optimize the design of medical device trials—the papers draw on this collaborative discussion. The series emphasizes rising amputation trends, gaps in access, and the need for stronger cross-specialty integration. The experts highlighted the urgent need for multispecialty collaboration in CLTI care (Part 1) and addressed critical gaps in comparative evidence for revascularization strategies (Part 2).Part 1: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01459-0/fulltext Part 2: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01380-8/fulltext
SCAI experts Drs. Lyndon Box, Frank Ing, Dennis Kim, and Holly Bauser-Heaton discuss a new original research article outlining the economic challenges impacting access to interventional cardiology care for adults and children with congenital heart disease. They discuss SCAI’s policy recommendations and explore practical solutions to improve equity and affordability. Watch to learn about the challenges patients face, the impact on access to care, and the policy recommendations aimed at driving meaningful change. Read the full JSCAI article here: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01315-8/fulltext
Drs. Dean Kereiakes, Robert Riley, Nadia Sutton, and Amit Vora discuss the findings from the study “Comparative Effectiveness of 2 Next-Generation Scatter Radiation Shielding Systems,” which evaluates performance and safety improvements in modern shielding technologies. Learn how these innovations aim to reduce radiation exposure and enhance protection in clinical environments.Read the full article here: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01228-1/fulltext
SCAI experts Drs. Cindy Grines, David Kandzari, Annapoorna Kini, and Mohammad Alqarqaz discuss findings from this original research study. Watch to hear about the clinical experience and outcomes from "The Ringer Study," which evaluates a novel perfusion balloon catheter in coronary artery perforation (CAP) cases. Learn how this innovative device may impact procedural safety and patient care in interventional cardiology.Read the full article here: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01017-8/fulltext
Andrew Goldsweig, MD, MSc, FSCAI, Amit Vora, MD, MPH, FSCAI, Sunil Rao, MD, MSCAI, Michele D. Voeltz, MD, highlight key findings from the paper on "Variability in State-Level Regulations Regarding Occupational Radiation Exposure." The discussion emphasized the wide variability in state requirements for shielding, dose monitoring, and safety training, despite uniform federal exposure limits. The panelists underscore the need for a centralized, accessible resource to guide institutions in improving radiation protection practices and reducing occupational risk.Read the article in JSCAI: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01039-7/fulltext
In this video interview, Daniel Chamié, Federico Oliveri, and Ziad Ali discuss key findings from the JSCAI article highlighting how intravascular lithotripsy improves coronary artery compliance and predicts stent expansion in heavily calcified lesions.Read the article: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jscai.2025.102635
Sahil Parikh, Hassan Saleh, Peter Monteleone, and Kenneth Rosenfield discuss new data on the use of mechanical thrombectomy for pulmonary embolism. The discussion highlights how these findings may shape patient selection and treatment strategies in managing PE.Read the article in JSCAI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jscai.2025.102611





