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.

NOACs associated with a 16% lower risk of bone fractures than warfarin

These findings are especially important, the authors explained, because the number of elderly patients on OACs continues to rise.

AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to get a blood clot warning in Canada

Officials confirmed, however, that they still believe the vaccine is safe and effective.

Mobile stroke units improve patient outcomes, reduce risk of disability

Researchers tracked data from more than 1,000 patients who received care from 2014 to 2020.

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‘Not just a respiratory illness’: New stroke data highlight the importance of COVID-19 vaccinations

COVID-19 carries a higher stroke risk than similar infectious conditions, the authors explained, making it especially important to seek out a vaccine as soon as possible.

Adding icosapent ethyl to statin therapy may reduce risk of stroke by 36%

Icosapent ethyl is an FDA-approved medication typically prescribed to limit triglycerides in the blood.

Several countries pause use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine due to blood clot concerns—US still sitting on millions of doses

While countries around the world have shared concerns, the World Health Organization and European Medicines Agency both still support the use of the vaccine.

Plant-based diets associated with a lower risk of stroke—but not if they are full of junk food

Eating a healthy plant-based diet—meaning a diet high in plant-based foods, not necessarily one that is exclusively plant-based—has been linked with lowering a person’s overall stroke risk by up to 10%.

‘A cardiovascular problem disguised as an eye problem’: Why CRAO requires immediate treatment

These strokes are a "critical sign of ill health" and are often followed by other serious vascular issues, a group of specialists warned.

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