EAPCI MEMBERSHIPS AND ELECTIONS

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EAPCI MEMBERSHIPS AND ELECTIONS

4th February 2026

The European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI) will be holding elections in the spring for the EAPCI Board, as well a number of positions on its working groups. We would strongly encourage members to consider applying for available posts. Participation in EAPCI can provide an interesting opportunity for individuals to contribute to European practice, while UK representation on EAPCI is important for our interventional community more widely. Applicants for the forthcoming elections must be registered EAPCI members by Saturday 28 February 2026. Application for membership can be made through the link below.

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NICOR: 2025 NATIONAL CARDIAC AUDIT PROGRAMME ANNUAL REPORT

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NICOR: 2025 NATIONAL CARDIAC AUDIT PROGRAMME ANNUAL REPORT

18th December 2025

Dear colleagues,

NICOR is pleased to announce the publication of our second 2025 National Cardiac Audit Programme (NCAP) Annual Report, along with the accompanying patient and public report and 10 interactive clinical domain summary reports.

The reports cover the period of 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025, and from 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2025 for those analyses covering a three-year period.

The information is available for hospitals, commissioners, regulators and the public, with the aim of improving patient wellbeing, safety and outcomes.

You can find out more and access the reports on our website.

Kind Regards,

Anthony Bradley, Senior Delivery Manager – National Institute for Cardiovascular Outcomes Research (NICOR)

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DVLA UPDATE GUIDANCE: Aortic Stenosis & Valve Surgery

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DVLA UPDATE GUIDANCE: Aortic Stenosis & Valve Surgery

18th December 2025

BCIS has petitioned the DVLA strongly over the last two years (under Dan Blackman’s watchful eye) regarding recent changes in fitness to drive guidance. We are very pleased to say that the DVLA guidance has now been changed for the better Assessing fitness to drive – a guide for medical professionals (pages 81-82).

 

Firstly, for patients with aortic stenosis but without symptoms of syncope, presyncope or symptoms that you feel would impact on safe driving, the patient may drive and does not need to notify the DVLA. This will make a big difference to a lot of patients, but is not yet widely known or understood.

Secondly, for patients who have had a TAVI, the statutory period off driving is now only 2 weeks. This is also an excellent change.

 

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UK WOMEN “UNDIAGNOSED AND UNDERTREATED” FOR HEART DISEASE

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UK WOMEN “UNDIAGNOSED AND UNDERTREATED” FOR HEART DISEASE

7th October 2024

Lead author, Professor Vijay Kunadian, told the PA news agency: “Heart disease, in particular coronary artery disease, is the number one killer for women in the UK and worldwide.

“And yet, even to this day, we see that their symptoms are being ignored or (women are) told there is nothing wrong with them, or treated for something else, when all along they might be suffering from a heart problem.”

She said national databases are showing “year after year” that women are being undertreated and “unfortunately that leads to higher death rates following heart attacks.

“We can’t ignore that any more, it is about time that we do something about it”.

Lives are being lost because “if women received the correct treatment, then their lives could be saved”, Prof Kunadian said.

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BRITISH SOCIETY OF GASTROENTEROLOGY: ADDENDUM TO BSG/ESGE ENDOSCOPY IN PATIENTS ON ANTIPLATELET OR ANTICOAGULANT THERAPY GUIDELINE 2021

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BRITISH SOCIETY OF GASTROENTEROLOGY: ADDENDUM TO BSG/ESGE ENDOSCOPY IN PATIENTS ON ANTIPLATELET OR ANTICOAGULANT THERAPY GUIDELINE 2021

11th June 2024

Dear BCIS Member,

We ask you to familiarise yourself with the statement from the British Society of Gastroenterology.

Thank you,

Prof Dave Hildick-Smith,  BCIS President

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EOI: NICOR Left Atrial Appendage Domain Expert Group

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EOI: NICOR Left Atrial Appendage Domain Expert Group

6th June 2024

Dear BCIS Member,

Expressions of interest are sought for new members of the NICOR Left Atrial Appendage Domain Expert Group. Members will work closely with the Clinical Lead, Dr Steve Murray to deliver the LAAO national registry and audit programme.

If you are interested in this role, please contact Dr Murray by e-mail at stephen.murray6@nhs.net

Thank you,

Prof Dan Blackman, BCIS Structural Working Group Lead

 

Radcliffe Cardiology’s Journal, ICR3, Latest Publication: Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion: British Cardiovascular Intervention Society and British Heart Rhythm Society Position Statement

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Radcliffe Cardiology’s Journal, ICR3, Latest Publication: Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion: British Cardiovascular Intervention Society and British Heart Rhythm Society Position Statement

20th March 2024

The latest publication is now available.

Abstract

Percutaneous left atrial appendage occlusion aims to reduce the risk of stroke in patients with AF, particularly those who are not good candidates for systemic anticoagulation. The procedure has been studied in large international randomised trials and registries and was approved by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence in 2014 and by NHS England in 2018. This position statement summarises the evidence for left atrial appendage occlusion and presents the current indications. The options and consensus on best practice for pre-procedure planning, undertaking a safe and effective implant and appropriate post-procedure management and follow-up are described. Standards regarding procedure volume for implant centres and physicians, the role of multidisciplinary teams and audits are highlighted.

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Mayo Clinic Structural Intervention Fellowship Opportunity, One Year Fully Funded Starting 1 July 2024

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Mayo Clinic Structural Intervention Fellowship Opportunity, One Year Fully Funded Starting 1 July 2024

2nd March 2024

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified UK trainee to undertake a 1 year fellowship in Structural Intervention at the Mayo Clinic.

The successful candidate would work with two other Structural Fellows in a department performing 580 TAVIs, 100 m-TEERS, 130 LAAOs, as well as TMVR, TTVR, and other innovative structural interventions. Approximately 100 PCI procedures would also be expected. Potential candidates must have obtained the USMLE examinations, parts 1-3, and must have completed training in coronary intervention.

Interested candidates should contact Prof. Rajiv Gulati, Director, cardiac catheterization laboratory, for further information gulati.rajiv@mayo.edu.

VOTE NOW: Global Cardiovascular Awards 2024

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VOTE NOW: Global Cardiovascular Awards 2024

8th February 2024

Global Cardiovascular Awards 2024 are being held on Thursday 14 March 2024.

Have your chance to vote for the shortlisted teams that are being recognised for their efforts to provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary care to cardiovascular disease patients, and seeks to find the heart team with the greatest commitment to cross-disciplinary specialty in patients’ best interest.

Winner to be announced on the night.

Vote Here