TCT 2008 will convene the world's experts on interventional cardiology in Washington, D.C.

Latest data on emerging devices, biotechnology and pharmacology will be presented

WHAT:

TCT 2008 - Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics – the global annual scientific symposium of the Cardiovascular Research Foundation will release breaking news on scientific studies in the field of interventional cardiology and vascular medicine. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, TCT will provide state-of-the-art techniques and training to interventional cardiologists from around the world.

WHEN:

October 12-17, 2008; Late-breaking clinical trials will be highlighted during press conferences.

WHERE:

Walter E. Washington Convention Center; Washington, DC

WHY:

TCT2008 will be a significant source of breaking news on multiple topics related to cardiovascular health such as:

• The Bioabsorbable Revolution: New Generation of Polymers and Drug-Eluting Stents

• Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease: Attacking the Epidemic

• New Insights into Statin and HDL-Lowering Therapy in Patients with Atherosclerosis, ACS and Those Who Have Undergone PCI

• Statistical and Critical Appraisal of Recent Major Clinical Trials

• Vulnerable Plaque: Emerging Directions for Diagnosis and Treatment

• New Directions in Non-Invasive Imaging

• Controversies in Adjunct Pharmacology

TCT will include live cases demonstrated by interventional cardiologists broadcast in HD in real time from 26 medical centers around the world

MEDIA REGISTRATION:

To register for TCT, please send the required credentials and complete contact information to

Details on required Press Credentials can be found at: http://www.tctconference.com/?view=article&id=124&Itemid=1&option=com_content

Obtain the latest details on TCT and its program at www.tctconference.com