Cardiac Imaging

While cardiac ultrasound is the widely used imaging modality for heart assessments, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and nuclear imaging are also used and are often complimentary, each offering specific details about the heart other modalities cannot. For this reason the clinical question being asked often determines the imaging test that will be used.

FDA clears MRI-compatible EP mapping catheter
This represents the first FDA clearance for Imricor Medical Systems. "It’s an exciting achievement and a date to be noted and remembered," CEO Steve Wedan said in a statement.
FDA approves Boston Scientific’s Farapoint PFA catheter
The newest addition to the company's Farapulse PFA Platform was specifically approved to perform cavotricuspid isthmus ablation.
SCCT expands CCTA education overseas
SCCT has made it a priority to help clinicians from all over the world learn more about CCTA as the modality continues to transform patient care.
Bayer expands into molecular imaging with cardiac amyloidosis tracer acquisitions
Bayer is acquiring two cardiac amyloidosis radiotracers from Attralus, one for PET and one for SPECT. The SPECT tracer is also a theranostic agent to both image and treat amyloidosis.
Same-day discharge after PCI for NSTE-ACS is on the rise
Sunil Rao, MD, told Cardiovascular Business that same-day discharge is still relatively rare for these patients, but it appears to be growing more common over time. The COVID-19 pandemic appears to have played a key role in the development of this trend.

World’s smallest endoscope could make a big difference in fight against heart disease

Researchers have developed what they believe is the world’s smallest imaging device, a microscopic endoscope capable of scanning the inside of blood vessels.

New imaging guidelines for clinicians, radiologists diagnosing acute aortic syndrome

Patients suspected of having AAS are analyzed using electrocardiogram-gated contrast-enhanced CT, but current use often leads to unnecessary downstream healthcare costs, among other pitfalls.

MRI detects heart failure risk in patients with dilated cardiomyopathy

About 40% of individuals had scarring patterns on their heart muscle visible during imaging, which was associated with a greater risk of suffering a major cardiac event.

Late gadolinium enhancement predicts major cardiac events among patients with dilated cardiomyopathy

Late gadolinium enhancement was associated with a greater risk of experiencing major cardiac events, including sudden cardiac death.

Cardiac CT exams can screen patients for osteoporosis

Cardiac CT exams can screen for osteoporosis while requiring "little change to normal clinical practice."

SNMMI 2020: Imaging highlights connection between heart and kidneys in heart attack response

Researchers monitored how the heart and kidneys responded one day, three days, seven days and six weeks following an induced myocardial infarction.

Cloud-based imaging spinoff inHeart raises $4.2M for AI-based heart arrhythmia solution

It’s cloud software turns preoperative medical images into a 3D “digital twin” of the patient’s heart enabling providers to plan procedures and navigate instruments during surgery.

Faster cath lab activation times make a big impact on patient care

Rapid reperfusion is linked to improved survival for STEMI patients, but delayed care is still prevalent.

Cardiac Imaging

FDA clears MRI-compatible EP mapping catheter

FDA approves Boston Scientific’s Farapoint PFA catheter

SCCT expands CCTA education overseas

Bayer expands into molecular imaging with cardiac amyloidosis tracer acquisitions

Same-day discharge after PCI for NSTE-ACS is on the rise