Clinical Research

Should patients on semaglutide increase their dose or try tirzepatide? A real-world look at cardiovascular outcomes
A new analysis found that one approach may outperform the other when it comes to minimizing the patient's risk of major cardiovascular events.
Laser IVL system for CAD impresses in first-in-human study
FastWave Medical's laser intravascular lithotripsy system successfully fractured calcified coronary artery lesions in 30 patients.
Scientists identify a potential new treatment for vascular dementia
“Patients are in desperate need of an effective treatment, and we are doing everything we can to help find that treatment,” one scientist explained. “The greatest reward would be to see a safe and effective treatment for people who currently have very few options.”
Government-funded program wants better AI for managing heart failure in the US
The long-term goal is to bring 24-7 cardiac care to every American, even those living in counties with no cardiologists.
Acoramidis bests tafamidis in head-to-head comparison of ATTR-CM drugs
Acoramidis was associated with a 43% lower risk of diuretic intensification and a 34% lower risk of clinical worsening overall.

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MRI scans on rat brains could lead to new cocaine addiction therapies

A study on rat models reveals how prolonged cocaine use disrupts neural networks responsible for regulating emotions and problem solving.

Fleischner Society updates thoracic radiology glossary, adds new terms and images

The glossary, first released in 1984, has not been updated since 2008.

Left, the FIRE1 heart failure remote monitoring device that gets implanted into the IVC to measure fluid volume status. Right, the external belt monitoring device worn by the patient that can alert clinicians about status changes so interventions can be done before a patient requires a hospital admission.

Early feasibility study for implantable heart failure monitor moves forward

Startup vendor FIRE1 completed patient enrollment in its U.S. early feasibility study for a heart failure remote monitoring device that directly measures fluid volume inside the IVC.

Dozens of Indigenous Canadians file lawsuit against two radiologists over undisclosed study

The plaintiffs claim they were imaged for a liver disease study without giving their consent, or learning of the results.

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AI enhances diagnostic accuracy of breast cancer lesions found on ultrasounds

Despite a low 2% to 10% malignancy rate, biopsy is typically recommended when a BI-RADS 4A lesion is discovered in breast tissue.

Using the Sentinel cerebral protection device during valve-in-valve TAVR is associated with significant clinical improvements.

Cerebral protection devices during valve-in-valve TAVR: Cleveland Clinic cardiologists identify key benefits

Cerebral protection devices, designed to limit the risk of stroke during transcatheter aortic valve replacement, may be especially helpful when patients undergo valve-in-valve TAVR.

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MRI shows brain ‘leakage’ that may explain cognitive decline from long COVID

A team from Ireland identified disruptions to the integrity of the blood vessels in the brains of patients experiencing brain fog due to the disease.

Light-powered 3D imaging system guides vascular surgeries without X-ray

The Philips LumiGuide utilizes a fiber optic guidewire with AI-assisted recognition to map the body arteries with light.

Clinical Research

Should patients on semaglutide increase their dose or try tirzepatide? A real-world look at cardiovascular outcomes

Laser IVL system for CAD impresses in first-in-human study

Scientists identify a potential new treatment for vascular dementia

Government-funded program wants better AI for managing heart failure in the US

Acoramidis bests tafamidis in head-to-head comparison of ATTR-CM drugs