Coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) enables advanced assessment of atherosclerotic coronary artery disease, including plaque quantification, high-risk feature detection, and pericoronary adipose tissue analysis. This video interview, featuring Sophie E. van Rosendael, MD, PhD, Jonathon Leipsic, MD, Daniel Jones, MD, PhD, and Hamid Mojibian, MD, highlights recent advancements, key evidence, and future directions for comprehensive risk assessment and intervention as described in the comprehensive review published in JSCAI.

Myocardial bridges are common but not always linked to angina, with unclear mechanisms. The study, published in JSCAI, explores the prevalence of epicardial spasm, microvascular spasm, and endothelium-independent coronary microvascular dysfunction (CMD) in MB patients with chest pain.

This case study presents a rare cause of subvalvular LVOT obstruction due to a subaortic membrane, highlighting diagnostic challenges in detecting this condition. The video conversation features primary author Jonathan X. Fang, along with panelists Morton Kern, Larry Dean, Gurumurthy Hiremath, and Arnold Seto, who discuss the intricacies of waveform tracing, variations in gradient shape, and potential diagnostic pitfalls in such complex cases.

Cardiogenic shock remains a critical challenge, with high mortality rates despite advancements in care. Delayed recognition, late support, and unequal access to care contribute to poor outcomes. Formalized CS programs, modeled after trauma and stroke care, have improved survival but face challenges like staff training, leadership, and funding. This video conversation highlights insights from an article offering practical guidance and tips and tricks for implementing CS programs, featuring discussions with Sandeep Nathan, Raymond Yau, Allison Dupont, and Alexander Truesdell as they share their experiences, challenges, and tips for developing successful CS programs.

Concerns about fetal radiation exposure may deter women from pursuing careers in invasive cardiology. However, real-world data on fetal exposure is limited. This study aimed to measure radiation exposure to invasive cardiologists that could affect the fetus during pregnancy. Leaders—David G. Rizik, Kenneth A. Fetterly, Mayra Guerrero, Celina Yong, and Holly Bauser-Heaton—discuss the findings. Watch the video to explore key highlights.

This series from SCAI, "Pioneers in Interventional Cardiology," features Spencer B. King III, MD, MSCAI, John S. Douglas, Jr., MD, MSCAI, H. Vernon "Skip" Anderson, MD, FSCAI, and J. Jeffrey Marshall, MD, MSCAI. The panel discusses the groundbreaking work of Andreas Gruentzig, MD, and shares their personal recollections, memories, and firsthand experiences.

Read the editorial: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jscai.2024.102154