Clinical Research

First US patient enrolled in device study to reduce coronary microvascular dysfunction
The self-expanding A-Flux device is implanted in the coronary sinus to increase pressure on the venous side of the heart and improve perfusion in smaller vessels.
Advances in leadless conduction and Bachmann’s bundle pacing next frontier in physiologic pacing
Leadless pacing in the Bachmann's bundle may be the next phase in the evolution of cardiac pacing technology.
Vibrations used to extract EP leads in first-in-human study
A novel vibration-based extraction technique appears to offer safety, efficiency and a simple, rapid, alternative to conventional lead removal.
AFib patients with gout face greater stroke risk—but therapy can help
Gout often goes undertreated, but targeting these patients with urate-lowering therapy can make a big impact on their long-term cardiovascular health.
Boston researchers land $9M grant to advance molecular neuroimaging
Researchers in Boston are set to co-lead a long-term study on the aging brain and factors that make individuals more vulnerable to neural injury and cognitive decline.

National Science Foundation issues $1M grant to eliminate imaging contrast with AI

Case Western Reserve University researchers hope to make the diagnosis of cancer safer and less expensive.

TAVR patients face a higher risk of stroke for up to 2 years

A majority of strokes after TAVR occur in the first 48 hours, but patients remain at a significantly higher risk for much longer.

Scientists developing an AI alternative to chemical-based imaging contrast agents

Case Western Reserve University recently scored a $1.125 million grant from the National Science Foundation to help fuel its work, with a focus on MRI.

Endocarditis after SAVR more likely with bovine valves

Researchers examined data from more than 21,000 patients treated from 1997 to 2018, publishing their findings in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

Mayo Clinic rings in the new year with two AI-powered cancer care initiatives

Two AI developers have announced new agreements with the academic medical center, both related to improving the delivery of oncology services.

Transplant recipients may face risk of aging-related complications if receiving a much older heart

Early research suggests initiating therapy with senescence-inhibiting drugs could limit the risk of these side effects.

“Undifferentiated Cardiac Sarcoma of the Mitral Valve: Multimodal Imaging Assessment" Radiology: Cardiothoracic Imaging RSNA

Radiologists select 2023's top images in cardiothoracic imaging

“Cardiothoracic imaging continues to evolve, fueled by technical innovations such as dynamic chest radiography, digital tomosynthesis and dark-field radiography," one radiologist said.

New drugs, updated treatment strategies: 5 important trends in cardiology from an eventful 2023

Revisit some of the year's biggest trends in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disease.

Clinical Research

First US patient enrolled in device study to reduce coronary microvascular dysfunction

Advances in leadless conduction and Bachmann’s bundle pacing next frontier in physiologic pacing

Vibrations used to extract EP leads in first-in-human study

AFib patients with gout face greater stroke risk—but therapy can help

Boston researchers land $9M grant to advance molecular neuroimaging