A new embolic protection device from Emboline was noninferior to the FDA-approved Sentinel device in terms of safety and efficacy. In addition, it captured much more TAVR-generated debris and was linked to an improved technical success rate.
The advanced algorithm, which previously received the FDA's breakthrough device designation, detects signs of pulmonary hypertension in standard 12-lead electrocardiograms.
“The creation of an associate dean in AI speaks to the fact that AI has become central to research, education and clinical operations in the health care system."
In a complaint filed in federal court, the U.S. Department of Justice claims NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital uses its power of “scale, breadth and configuration” to control payer contracts, making it difficult for insurers to develop low-cost plans. The health system denies any wrongdoing.
New 30-day data presented at ACC.26 helped answer questions cardiologists have had been asking for years. “Thank you for bringing PE into the future," one vascular specialist said from the stage.
“IMGs play an essential role in filling workforce shortages in areas and specialties that struggle to recruit and retain physicians,” ACR said Wednesday.
The action applies to Cook Medical’s Beacon Tip Catheters, used for angiographic procedures, with concerns the tip can fragment in the patient, causing potential harm.
The healthcare sector will suffer the most if the federal Medicaid cuts proposed in Congress are enacted, the Commonwealth Fund said. According to the group’s analysis, hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics could be forced to shut their doors.
A new embolic protection device from Emboline was noninferior to the FDA-approved Sentinel device in terms of safety and efficacy. In addition, it captured much more TAVR-generated debris and was linked to an improved technical success rate.
