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Experts call for more judicious use of contrast, highlighting environmental concerns

New data highlight the significant burden contrast media use places on the environment, prompting experts to call for more stringent use of these agents.

HHS out with bold AI strategy to ‘unleash a new era of wellbeing for a healthier America’

The Department of Health and Human Services has unfurled a roadmap for aligning its approach to AI adoption in healthcare with the broad AI aspirations of President Trump.

Mark Cuban, Humana CEO announce drug pricing partnership during Forbes panel

Mark Cuban's startup Cost Plus Drugs and insurer Humana are said to be working on a deal that would allow Medicare Advantage patients to buy drugs directly from manufacturers. The terms of the agreement—which Forbes reports is in its early stages—are still unknown.

Neuralink users reveal power to move robotic arms, play video games with their minds

The results were shown in multiple posts on X. A clinical trial to prove the safety and efficacy of Elon Musk's brain implant is ongoing, with 12 people currently using the devices.

TAVR still a safe treatment option for immunocompromised patients

While patients with a weakened immune system are still more likely to die after TAVR than other patients, those deaths are largely not related to the procedure or any other cardiovascular issues. This new meta-analysis explored data from a variety of clinical trials.

Pope welcomes cardiologists to Vatican City

Pope Leo XIV told interventional cardiologists their work “stands at the crossroads of science, compassion and ethical responsibility.” When they treat patients, he added, they are treating the heart “both physically and metaphorically, bringing relief to those who suffer.”

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Most organizations using AI for radiology are unsure of its ROI

New survey data suggest that AI reimbursement is still lagging. However, leaders remain confident in the technology's long-term impact.

Edwards Lifesciences shares positive outlook for 2026, pointing to continued importance of TAVR

The company expects TAVR sales alone to be as high as $4.9 billion in 2026. Other minimally invasive therapies are projected to make a major impact as well.

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According to data presented at RSNA, the capacity to expand prgrams exists, but the funds do not.

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Interventional cardiology groups unite to push the specialty forward

SCAI and CRT have announced a new partnership focused on education, advocacy and research.

SavvyWire OpSens TAVR guidewire owned by Haemonetics

3-in-1 TAVR guidewire linked to faster procedures, less radiation

The sensor-guided device delivers continuous hemodynamic measurements and rapid left ventricular pacing during TAVR procedures. Back in 2023, it was at the heart of a $253 million acquisition.

Ultrasound is both the prevention and solution for cosmetic filler-related injuries

When fillers are injected without imaging guidance, there is a risk that the materials could be misplaced. A common complication of this scenario is vascular occlusion, which occurs when filler is injected in a way that disrupts bloodflow to arteries.

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