Vascular Medicine Conference-CVC 2026

Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) represents a sophisticated imaging technique wherein a miniaturized ultrasound probe is introduced directly into the vasculature, most often during coronary or peripheral interventions. By employing IVUS, clinicians obtain real-time, high-resolution images of the vessel wall, plaque characteristics, and lumen dimensions—details that traditional angiography typically cannot provide.

IVUS is frequently utilized during percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI), as it facilitates accurate stent placement, optimal stent expansion, and helps minimize complications such as restenosis or incomplete stent coverage. Additionally, this technology enables comprehensive evaluation of atherosclerotic plaque severity and composition, contributing meaningfully to both acute decision-making and long-term risk stratification.

Through its ability to render detailed vascular anatomy, IVUS enhances procedural precision and supports improved patient outcomes. This imaging modality empowers cardiologists and vascular specialists to make data-driven choices, individualize interventions to the patient’s unique anatomy, and assess procedural success—ultimately advancing safety and efficacy in the management of cardiovascular disease.