MICS 2026
Naples / June, 11-12 2026

MICS 2026

Minimally Invasive and Catheter Solutions
Hotel Excelsior, Naples
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MICS is a two-day meeting focused on the latest advancements in minimally invasive transcatheter surgery of the mitral, aortic, and tricuspid valves, as well as atrial fibrillation.

MICS is aimed at cardiac surgeons, interventional and non-interventional cardiologists, anesthesiologists, and perfusionists involved in minimally invasive mitral surgery—ranging from basic diagnostics to advanced treatment solutions.

Leading global experts in the field will participate to share their experience in an open, multidisciplinary forum.

Core Topics

  • Advancements in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Techniques
  • Latest Innovations in Catheter-Based Therapies
  • Hybrid Procedures: Combining
Surgical and Interventional Approaches
  • Robotic-Assisted Cardiac Surgery: State of the Art
  • Transcatheter Valve Therapies (TAVI, MitraClip, Tricuspid Solutions)
  • Minimally Invasive Coronary Revascularization
  • Sutureless and Rapid Deployment Valves
  • Left Atrial Appendage Closure: Devices and Decision-Making
  • Structural Heart Interventions: Emerging Technologies

Innovation & Future Perspectives

  • Artificial Intelligence and Imaging in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Interventions
  • Augmented Reality and Simulation for Training and Surgical Planning

Clinical Evidence & Outcomes

  • Real-World Data vs. Clinical Trials: Lessons from Practice
  • Patient Selection and Risk Stratification in Minimally Invasive Interventions
  • Cost-Effectiveness and Health Economics of Minimally Invasive Strategies
  • Complication Management and Rescue Strategies

Workshops & Live Demonstrations

  • Hands-On Simulation for MICS Techniques
  • Catheter Navigation and Device Deployment Labs
  • Live Case Discussions from Leading Centers

Echocardiography & Imaging

  • Role of 3D Echocardiography in Planning and Guiding Structural Heart Interventions
  • Intraoperative TEE in Minimally Invasive and Transcatheter Procedures
  • Multimodality Imaging: Echo, CT, MRI Integration for Optimal Outcomes
  • Echo-Guided Navigation in Valve Repair and Replacement
  • Point-of-Care Ultrasound and Its Role in the Hybrid OR

President MICS 2026

Giuseppe Speziale
President
Giuseppe Speziale
President Mitral Valve Domain
Head of Cardiac Surgery at Santa Maria Hospital, Bari | Vice President of GVM Care & Research

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