Acute Coronary Syndromes

Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is most commonly caused by a heart attack (myocardial infarction) where blood flow to the heart is suddenly blocked. This is usually caused by a blood clot from a ruptured coronary artery atherosclerotic plaque. Other causes include spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), which most commonly occurs in women. ACS is usually treated in a cath lab with angioplasty and the placement of a stent to prop the vessel open.

Plant-based diets may help patients with diabetes, heart disease live longer
Researchers focused on data from nearly 78,000 adults with cardiometabolic disorders, sharing their findings at ACC.25 in Chicago.
Oral semaglutide reduces heart risks while helping patients move past ‘fear of the needle’
Researchers still think patients should receive an injectable version of semaglutide when possible, but new data out of ACC.25 confirm that an oral formulation of the drug is associated with significant benefits.
FDA sees promise in new AI model for heart attack detection
Powerful Medical's advanced algorithm was designed to detect STEMI and STEMI-equivalent patterns in a patient’s ECG results.
Timing is everything: Delaying noncardiac surgery after a heart procedure reduces risks
When patients require subsequent noncardiac surgery after a major heart operation, waiting at least 100 days is one way to limit the risk of an adverse event. Read the full analysis in JACC: Advances.
Abbott makes IVL move as FDA approves new clinical trial
Abbott has received an investigational device exemption from the FDA for a new clinical trial evaluating the safety and effectiveness of using its coronary IVL technology. The trial is expected to enroll up to 335 U.S. patients.

Breast cancer 60% more fatal for heart attack survivors

The eye-opening study tracked more than 1,700 patients with early-stage breast cancer.

Meet the gut bacteria that reduces heart disease risk

Researchers have identified bacteria in the human gut that could reduce a person’s risk of heart disease.

Cardiologist saves fellow hiker’s life—and then saves it again

Corey Adams, MD, saved a fellow hiker's life—and the story didn't end there.

Preterm births associated with increased risk of ischemic heart disease for the mother

The study's authors tracked data from more than 2 million women.

Protein boosts heart attack recovery, could be a game-changer for patients

There are approximately 20,000 proteins in the human heart—and one of them, if administered as a drug, could help patients recover more quickly following a myocardial infarction.

Spectacular science: 3D model offers breathtaking look at what happens during a heart attack

So what, exactly, occurs inside the human heart during a myocardial infarction?

Gene-editing specialists raise $63M to combat coronary heart disease

Verve Therapeutics, a healthcare company focused on improving cardiovascular outcomes through gene-editing technology, has raised $63 million in Series A2 financing.

Cardiologists urge heart disease patients to seek emergency care when necessary

Hospitals throughout the United States have reported that a general fear of COVID-19 has led to significant drops in patients presenting with heart attack symptoms and other cardiovascular issues.

Acute Coronary Syndromes

Plant-based diets may help patients with diabetes, heart disease live longer

Oral semaglutide reduces heart risks while helping patients move past ‘fear of the needle’

FDA sees promise in new AI model for heart attack detection

Timing is everything: Delaying noncardiac surgery after a heart procedure reduces risks

Abbott makes IVL move as FDA approves new clinical trial