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Base revascularization strategy on effectiveness in restoring adequate and durable limb perfusion, BEST-CLI subanalysis advises
The results of a subanalysis of the BEST-CLI trial found that patients with chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) who were deemed suitable for open lower-extremity bypass surgery “have similar periprocedural complications following either open or endovascular revascularization.” The finding led researchers to assert that choice of revascularization strategy should be based primarily on effectiveness in restoring…
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Global perspectives take center stage in second annual WFVS session at VAM
“The intellectual exchange of information and a better understanding of unique global perspectives has brought the leading societies closer,” Palma Shaw, MD, MBA, secretary general of the World Federation of Vascular Societies (WFVS) says of the success of this international organization ahead of its second annual Educational Session to be held at VAM 2023, due…
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Integrated vascular surgery program features may optimize trainee wellness and decrease attrition
Today’s program at the 2023 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) will feature the presentation of an abstract by R. Debbie Li, MD, Loyola University Medical Center, Chicago, on the divergent perceived experiences of the shared learning environment by vascular and general surgery residents. The research, led by Dawn M. Coleman, MD, Duke University Medical Center, Durham,…
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VAM 2023: Learn at lunchtime
The Society for Vascular Surgery has added four lunchtime learning sessions to the VAM opening day. Topics are both clinical and non-clinical, ranging from planning for retirement, embolization tips and tricks, new deep vein thrombosis treatments and a session on the importance of advocacy from member perspectives. All sessions are Wednesday from 12:30–1:30 p.m. and…
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Study finds carotid stent fracture rate to be negligible but long-term research needed
Presenter Neeta Karani, MD, from Bronson Healthcare, Kalamazoo, Michigan, is set to elucidate findings that consider the incidence of carotid stent fractures and their impact on carotid stent durability during Plenary Session 2 (9:45–11 a.m.) in Potomac A/B at the Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) 2023. Research from Karani and colleagues—including senior author Robert Molnar, MD,…
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VAM 2023: SVS Connect@VAM social event is tonight
As part of its ongoing commitment to foster collaboration and strengthen the vascular community, the SVS will host the inaugural SVS Connect@VAM: Building Community Wednesday evening, to close out the first day of VAM. This event allows attendees a unique opportunity to connect, relax and recharge in a festive atmosphere with colleagues, friends and family.…
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‘First’ study to identify endothelial cell-cell communication via bidirectional secretion of extracellular vesicle cargo wins SVS Foundation award, place on VAM stage
Award-winning vascular resident talks about the science behind her work, which her mentor says is “moving the needle on every front.” University of Toronto surgeon-scientist trainee Sneha Raju, MD, has been awarded the SVS Foundation Resident Research Award for 2023 for her work on a “new paradigm” of endothelial cell-cell communication and its invaluable implications…
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calcification, carotid interventions, intravascular lithotripsy, IVL, stroke risk, TCAR, TIA, transcarotid artery revascularisation, VAM 2023, VS@VAM
More research needed but lithotripsy plus TCAR ‘an answer’ in certain carotid disease patients
Earlier this year, researchers debuted single-center experiences indicating that intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) may be able to expand transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR) into patients with traditionally prohibitive calcific disease. With a multicenter case series now further suggesting IVL’s utility, but also revealing potential safety concerns versus conventional TCAR or carotid endarterectomy (CEA), principal investigator Misty Humphries,…
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The essential ‘need’ for vascular surgeons in pulmonary embolism treatment paradigm
The specter of pulmonary embolism (PE) as a common and lethal disease process—with mortality of massive PE static at about 50% for decades while rapid advances were made in stroke and STEMI care—forms the backdrop to a VAM 2023 breakfast session taking place on Friday. With the introduction of new and refined management strategies and…
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Relax, recharge at VAM 2023 opening day social event
The opening day at the society for Vascular Surgery’s Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) starts with an educational session for the World Federation of Vascular Societies (WFVS), moves on to the Opening Ceremony, followed by a very full day of abstract and education sessions, meetings, industry symposiums and more. With VAM Wednesday (June 14) packed full…