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.

FDA clears AI-powered vascular imaging software
The new software provides automated measurements that save time and improve the care of aortic aneurysm patients.
FDA approves key update for Medtronic’s Endurant stent graft system
Going forward, Medtronic can include clinical evidence related to the treatment of ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysms in the device's labeling. This is the first time an EVAR system has received such an approval.
Florida patient sues hospital, cardiology practice for alleged negligence after leg amputation
The patient alleges she experienced significant delays in care after being rushed to the hospital for acute limb ischemia. She also says no vascular surgeons were available, limiting her treatment options.
FastWave lines up principal investigators for pivotal intravascular lithotripsy trial
"The key question isn't just whether a device works, but whether it makes procedures more efficient and provides physicians with a more predictable tool for treating patients with complex arterial disease," explained co-principal investigator Venita Chandra, MD, clinical professor of surgery at Stanford Health Care.
Medtech companies team up for new robot capable of treating stroke, aneurysm
Siemens Healthineers and Styker are collaborating on a brand new robotic system that can perform a variety of neurovascular procedures.

Blood thinners improve outcomes for hospitalized COVID-19 patients

Is it time to start routinely treating COVID-19 patients with anticoagulants?

Vascular Solutions recalls dual lumen catheters after numerous complaints

Vascular Solutions is recalling all Langston Dual Lumen Catheters distributed from July 12, 2019, to March 10, 2020.

E-cigarette use causes as much vascular damage as smoking cigarettes

E-cigarettes can cause just as much damage to a person’s arteries and blood vessels as traditional cigarettes, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

Another way work-related stress can impact your cardiovascular health

Work-related stress is associated with an increased risk of peripheral artery disease (PAD), according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

New research highlights the connection between venous thromboembolism and COVID-19

Hospitalized COVID-19 patients experience a high rate of thromboembolic complications, according to new findings published in Thrombosis Research.

Even later in life, lifestyle changes can help women reduce risk of stroke

Some middle-aged women may think they have waited too long to reduce their risk of stroke by adopting a healthier lifestyle—that it is too late for such a change to make an impact.

Stroke surgeons issue warning to public: Time is still brain during COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic is changing patient care at hospitals all over the world, but a group of leading surgeons wants to make sure people aren’t ignoring stroke symptoms due to fears over getting the virus.

Cardiac injury in COVID-19 patients associated with higher in-hospital mortality

Cardiac injury is common among patients hospitalized with COVID-19, according to new research out of Wuhan, China. The study, published in JAMA Cardiology, also found that cardiac injuries were associated with an increased risk of in-hospital mortality.

Vascular & Endovascular

FDA clears AI-powered vascular imaging software

FDA approves key update for Medtronic’s Endurant stent graft system

Florida patient sues hospital, cardiology practice for alleged negligence after leg amputation

FastWave lines up principal investigators for pivotal intravascular lithotripsy trial

Medtech companies team up for new robot capable of treating stroke, aneurysm