When patients on GLP-1 therapy also make healthy lifestyle choices—getting enough sleep and exercising, for example—the benefits are significantly greater.
STS plans on using new research out of Mayo Clinic to help with the development of a surgical risk calculator for adults with this challenging condition.
The self-expanding, recapturable coronary sinus reducer was associated with a safe implant procedure and "promising" outcomes after six months. Additional research is already underway.
Newer imaging technologies designed to use less radiation have made a considerable impact. In parts of the world where those systems have not yet been implemented, however, radiation dose levels remain quite high.
Thomas McNalley previously sued Toledo Radiological Associates and Vincent Keiser, MD, alleging the physician failed to diagnose a blood clot in his abdomen.
DeepHealth, RadNet's technology subsidiary, believes the product can help to address imaging workforce challenges plaguing the EU, similar to the States.
The company told Cardiovascular Business it respectfully disagrees with the jury's decision and is evaluating all possible legal options going forward. The Association of Medical Device Reprocessors, meanwhile, celebrated the news.
Even seeing a cardiologist once per year can help these patients elevate their long-term survival. Many stay home, however, missing out on potentially life-saving guidance and/or treatment.
Some patients struggle to bounce back after being hospitalized, but too much sedentary behavior could cause their health to get even worse. The research teams behind two separate studies are highlighting the importance of staying active.
