FFR Basics and Optimal Technique - Dr. Allen Jeremias

↳ This is a section part of Moment: Practical Guide to Implementation of Coronary Physiology in the Cardiac Catheter Laboratory June 2015 (2 Day Course)

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Summary

Speaker: Dr Allen Jeremias, StonyBrooks Hospital, New York, USA

Allen Jeremias discusses the background of FFR (Fractional Flow Reserve), how to make good physiological measurements, and the clinical trial data to support the use of FFR.

Key learning points:

1. Mechanistic background for the calculation of FFR
2. Practical techniques to ensure good physiological measurements are made
3. Best techniques to ensure stable and maximal hyperaemia
4. Review of pitfalls of pressure wire measurement

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Target Audience

This educational activity is intended for an international audience, specifically interventional cardiologists and cardiologists. However, other healthcare professionals involved in the care of coronary artery disease (CAD) patients will also find this topical.

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Learning Objectives

Understand the background of coronary physiology
Understanding of coronary blood flow regulation in unobstructed and obstructed coronary arteries
Learn what you need to know to implement iFR and FFR in your laboratory