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Percutaneous and Non-fluoroscopic Technique Basics: How and Who

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The percutaneous and non-fluoroscopic (PAN) technique represents a major breakthrough in cardiovascular intervention, offering innovative solutions to address the limitations of traditional fluoroscopically guided procedures, including radiation exposure, contrast agent-related risks and burdensome requirements for lead aprons. This review examines the fundamental principles, implementation methodologies and indications for PAN technique. Through integration of advanced imaging guidance systems and transcatheter techniques, the PAN technique achieves radiation-free or low-radiation intervention procedures for various structural heart conditions. Based on current research evidence, the PAN technique not only significantly reduces iatrogenic injury risks but also delivers clinical outcomes comparable or superior to conventional methods. By eliminating radiation exposure and improving accessibility, the PAN technique establishes a safe, effective and economically viable pathway for minimally invasive cardiovascular interventions, with potential for broader application in future cardiovascular intervention practice.

Source: Journal of Asian Pacific Society of Cardiology

DOI: 10.15420/japsc.2025.20

Authors: Aijin Xie, Yuxiang Tang, Fengwen Zhang, Jie Dong, Chuangshi Wang, Xiangbin Pan

Institutions: Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Fu Wai Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac Imaging and Diagnostics

Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Funders: National Science and Technology Major Project, Sanming Project of Medicine in Shenzhen