The Cube: Unconventional. Interventional

CUBE 1 - Innovation and intervention in arteriovenous fistulas

March 4, 09:00 - 09:30 CET

2 min
Chairperson's introduction
14 min
From problem to prototype: developing devices and patents in vascular access
  1. To learn the step-by-step process of translating a clinical problem into a medical device or patented innovation in interventional radiology.
  2. To appreciate the practical challenges and opportunities in designing, testing, and protecting novel tools for vascular access.
  3. To understand how collaboration between clinicians, engineers, and industry can accelerate innovation and improve patient care.
14 min
Saving the access, and keeping it: tools, techniques, and strategy for long-term AVF success
  1. To learn effective tools and techniques for rescuing failing or thrombosed arteriovenous fistulas.
  2. To appreciate the importance of long-term access planning, surveillance, and tailored decision-making.
  3. To understand how interventional radiologists can take a proactive role in improving AVF patency and patient outcomes over time.