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This channel newsfeed includes clinical content on treating patients or the clinical implications in a variety of cardiac subspecialties and disease states. The channel includes news on cardiac surgery, interventional cardiologyheart failure, electrophysiologyhypertension, structural heart disease, use of pharmaceuticals, and COVID-19.   

Gilbert Tang, MD, explains new tricuspid TEER TRILUMINATE data that now shows clinical efficacy.

Tricuspid TEER shows clinical efficacy for first time in newest TRILUMINATE data

Gilbert Tang, MD, spoke to Cardiovascular Business about late-breaking data from the TRILUMINATE IDE trial. While early results were promising, these latest findings highlight the TriClip device's true value for the first time.

Field Museum using CT scans to study mummified subjects.

Mobile CT unit helps Field Museum experts gain new insight into ancient history

Using computed tomography allows researchers to study these individuals in a more sensitive, person-centered approach.

Abbott TriClip tricuspid edge-to-edge repair (T-TEER) device shown on transesophageal echo (TEE). The device clips together the leaflets of the valve to form a better seal and reduce regurgitation without the need for open heart surgery. Photo by Dave Fornell

Cardiology societies push Medicare to pay for tricuspid TEER

Six multispecialty cardiovascular societies have called on CMS to approve Medicare payments for tricuspid transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (T-TEER).

Ultrasound device developed to treat neuropathy

Ultrasound device could be 'promising breakthrough' for treating diabetic neuropathy

Up to one-third of people with diabetes will develop a foot ulcer in their lifetime, and up to 20% will require some form of amputation as a result.  

Predicting sudden cardiac death after a heart attack may be impossible—for now

Researchers tried to crack the code, but they fell short time and time again. AI may offer potential as one way to finally find an answer, they added. 

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Clinical staffing once again at pre-COVID levels, survey finds

However, increases in the demand for patient care may be eating away at gains.

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Payment cuts and beyond: Key takeaways for cardiologists from the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule

The American College of Cardiology has shared its perspective on new CMS payment policies, highlighting revenue concerns while providing key details for cardiologists and other cardiology professionals. 

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Concomitant ablation surgery during heart operations boosts long-term survival

Treating AFib with surgical ablation during mitral valve surgery and other common heart operations can help patients live longer, a new meta-analysis confirmed.