Mastering Complication Management:
Enhancing Confidence in the Cath Lab
Welcome to the 13th annual CRF® Interventional Complications course.
Sponsored by the Cardiovascular Research Foundation®, Interventional Complications 2026 offers a comprehensive exploration of complication management in the cath lab. This unique program goes beyond procedural and medical strategies to address the emotional and psychological issues clinicians face when complications arise — empowering participants with the tools, insights, and support needed to navigate these critical moments with confidence and compassion.
Transformative Insights in Coronary and Structural Complications
As the number of patients undergoing structural and coronary interventions continues to grow, the need to manage complications with precision is more important than ever. With rapidly advancing treatment options and evolving tools, this course provides practical, evidence-based strategies to recognize and manage complications — preparing operators to respond effectively in the most high-stakes situations.
From Strategies to Real-World Applications
Learn algorithms and hands-on approaches for a wide range of challenges, including:
Structural
- Managing TAVR pop-outs
- Snaring out PFO devices
- Mitraclip when the trans-septal puncture height is too low
- Left atrial appendage leaks
Coronary
- Acute closure
- Coronary perforation
- Hemodynamic collapse
- Atherectomy complications
- Coronary device entrapment
Your Takeaways Through an Immersive Experience
Walk away with tools and confidence to:
- Execute treatment strategies for common and rare interventional complications.
- Understand issues relating to clinical indications for complex procedures, including application of patient-centered care and risk mitigation.
- Build strong support networks for navigating technical and emotional challenges. Embrace the importance of building support networks to manage challenging technical and clinical aspects of patient care.
Learn through:
- Expert faculty insights into real-world cases and strategies for high-stakes scenarios.
- Focused discussions that strengthen readiness for complications in complex coronary and structural interventions.
- Hands-on simulations covering CTO, atherectomy, snaring, covered stents, coils, and advanced imaging tools.
- Practical guidance on vascular access across radial, femoral, transcaval, and axillary sites.