Vascular & Endovascular

This channel includes news on non-coronary vascular disease and therapies. These include peripheral artery disease (PAD), abdominal and thoracic aortic aneurysm (AAA and TAA), aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism (PE), critical limb ischemia (CLI), carotid artery and stroke interventions, venous interventions, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and interventional radiology therapies. The focus on most of these therapies is minimally invasive, catheter-based procedures performed in a cath lab.

‘A practice-changing trial’: Semaglutide linked to key benefits for PAD patients with diabetes
Patients who present with type 2 diabetes and PAD often face substantial mobility issues. According to new data presented at ACC.25, however, treatment with semaglutide could represent a major step forward for this high-risk population.
FDA announces recall of Medtronic interventional radiology devices after 17 injuries, 4 deaths
One product is being pulled from the market, and the other is receiving updated instructions for use.
AI could help cardiologists predict bleeding, stroke risks in AFib patients on DOACs
Researchers developed several new AI models that could guide the management of patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation. There is still some work to do in terms of accuracy, but they already appear to outperform the traditional risk scores being used today.
ASE updates recommendations for assessing right heart function in patients with pulmonary hypertension
The new guidelines were designed to ensure sonographers and other members of the heart team have the information they need to screen patients when appropriate and identify early warnings signs of PH.
Philips pulls endovascular devices from market after safety issues prompt Class I recall
Philips is recalling all sizes of its Tack Endovascular System after 20 patient injuries were reported. Interventional cardiologists are urged to stop using the device immediately.

FDA announces recall of 2 different steerable guiding sheaths

The devices have been associated with a risk of breaking during use.

Patients treated at TIA clinics do not face a higher risk of subsequent stroke

The team examined data from 71 different studies, covering more than 226,000 patients.

Clinical study of robotic-assisted cardiology solution reaches conclusion

“Robotics is, in all likelihood, the future of interventional cardiology," one specialist said. Full study results are expected in May.

FDA announces recall of nearly 700 embolic protection devices after multiple malfunctions

The device's filter is breaking off during the retrieval process, making it much more difficult to withdraw.

Just 1 month of DAPT after PCI shows promise, new meta-analysis confirms

Researchers evaluated data from four different studies, sharing their results in the American Journal of Cardiology.

What new research tells us about distal transradial vs. transradial access for coronary procedures

The distal transradial approach is associated with some key benefits—but there does appear to be room for improvement.

Among patients with premature ASCVD, women more likely to report poor physical, mental health

Adults with premature ASCVD, particularly women, may benefit from better access to mental health services as well as interventions that address out-of-pocket costs.

Recent marijuana use increases risk of serious stroke complication

The study's authors believe this to be the largest analysis to date to look at the impact of THC on aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage complications.

Vascular & Endovascular

‘A practice-changing trial’: Semaglutide linked to key benefits for PAD patients with diabetes

FDA announces recall of Medtronic interventional radiology devices after 17 injuries, 4 deaths

AI could help cardiologists predict bleeding, stroke risks in AFib patients on DOACs

ASE updates recommendations for assessing right heart function in patients with pulmonary hypertension

Philips pulls endovascular devices from market after safety issues prompt Class I recall