261 - PROSTHETIC VALVES UNDER THE PROBE: A CASE-BASED APPROACH TO ECHOCARDIOGRAPHIC EVALUATION

Friday, October 24, 2025

4:30pm - 5:30pm ET

Room:202

Target Audience: Clinical cardiologists, Echocardiologists, Community cardiologists

Co-Chair(s)

Dominique Kushneriuk, MD FRCPC

Cardiologist
University of Saskatchewan
University of Saskatchewan
LL

Lawrence Lau, MD

Cardiologist
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
University of Ottawa Heart Institute

Presenter(s)

Marie-Annick Clavel, DVM, PhD (she/her/hers)

Professor
Université Laval
Université Laval
Benoît M-Labbé, MD MSc FRCPC (he/him/his)

Cardiologist
Quebec Heart and Lung Institute
Université Laval
Wendy Tsang, MD (she/her/hers)

Associate Proferssor
CSE
University of Toronto

Early Career(s)

EC

Elizabeth Chan, MD

Medical Resident
LL

Lawrence Lau, MD

Cardiologist
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
University of Ottawa Heart Institute

Trainee(s)

Maria Lopez Laporte, MDCM FRCPC

Echocardiography Fellow
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
University of Ottawa Heart Institute

Moderator(s)

LL

Lawrence Lau, MD

Cardiologist
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
University of Ottawa Heart Institute

Planning Committee Member(s)

Robin Ducas, MD, FRCPC, DRCPSC

Dr.
University of Manitoba
University of Manitoba
EC

Elizabeth Chan, MD

Medical Resident
LL

Lawrence Lau, MD

Cardiologist
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
Maria Lopez Laporte, MDCM FRCPC

Echocardiography Fellow
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
DM

David Messika-Zeitoun, MD PhD

Cardiologist
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
University of Ottawa Heart Institute

Workshop Description: This workshop, led by national experts, will focus on the updated ASE guidelines for prosthetic valve evaluation, offering a comprehensive look at the tools and techniques necessary for effective diagnosis and management. Prosthetic valve assessment can be challenging, requiring clinicians to expand their diagnostic toolbox beyond echocardiography to include multimodal imaging techniques like CT and MRI. Understanding when and how to incorporate these tools will be a central theme of the session.
While echocardiography remains the cornerstone of valve evaluation, this workshop will emphasize the growing role of multimodal imaging in clinical practice. Participants will learn how to select the most appropriate imaging modality based on patient needs, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and clinical decision-making. Additionally, the session will cover the increasing use of transcatheter valve interventions, focusing on pre-procedural planning, intra-procedural monitoring, and post-procedural follow-up. General cardiologists and echocardiographers will gain practical insights into the essential steps for effective valve intervention management.
Recognizing and managing complications associated with prosthetic valves—such as thrombosis, infection, and degeneration—is another key aspect of the workshop. Early identification of these issues can significantly impact patient outcomes, and participants will be equipped with the knowledge to detect and address complications as they arise.
By attending, participants will gain the skills needed to navigate the complexities of prosthetic valve care, from leveraging the latest imaging technologies to recognizing complications and planning interventions. This session will provide valuable, evidence-based strategies for improving patient outcomes and enhancing clinical practice in valve management.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this session participants will be able to:

understand and Apply the Latest ASE Guidelines: Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the updated ASE guidelines for prosthetic valve evaluation and learn how to effectively incorporate them into clinical practice;
leverage Multimodal Imaging for Optimal Valve Assessment: Attendees will learn how to select and integrate various imaging modalities, such as echocardiography, CT, and MRI, to enhance diagnostic accuracy and improve patient outcomes in prosthetic valve management; and
recognize and Manage Complications in Prosthetic Valves: Participants will acquire the skills to identify and manage common complications associated with prosthetic valves, such as thrombosis, infection, and structural degeneration, to improve clinical decision-making and patient care.