FFR Basics and Optimal Technique - Dr. Allen Jeremias

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