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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 cardiology, heart failure, electrophysiology, hypertension, structural heart disease, use of pharmaceuticals, and COVID-19.

TMVR device with valve-in-ring design gains key approval
HighLife's new-look TMVR technology was designed to treat a wide range of patients. The two-part implant process includes a ring and then a valve that centers itself inside that ring.
Cardiologist highlights key differences between OBLs and ASCs
Current payment policies have health systems and physicians all over the country looking to learn more about these two business models.
Paradoxical low-flow, low gradient AS linked to higher mortality rate after TAVR
Patients with this specific subtype of severe aortic stenosis, which can sometimes be challenging to diagnose, face a number of additional risks.
AI model turns POCUS images into accurate structural heart evaluations
Researchers see potential for this technology to make cardiac screening much easier for physicians who are not trained cardiologists.
Faster treatments, better outcomes: 5 key takeaways from new stroke guideline
The American Stroke Association's first major update in 7 years highlights the importance of coordinated care and expands patient access to critical treatments. It also includes the first detailed recommendations for treating stroke in pediatric patients.

Elixir Medical DynamX sirolimus-eluting coronary bioadaptor FDA

FDA grants drug-eluting bioadaptor its breakthrough device designation

The Elixir Medical DynamX sirolimus-eluting coronary bioadaptor is designed to improve coronary luminal diameter, help restore hemodynamic modulation and reduce plaque progression in patients with de novo coronary artery lesions.

Some weight loss patients are overdosing on semaglutide, FDA warns

Compounded semaglutide injectable products are at the heart of these concerns. While the FDA says compounded drugs “can serve an important medical need for patients,” the agency does not approve these new formulations, increasing the risk of complications.

Cardiology groups push for Medicare reform in face of ‘unsustainable’ payment cuts

Nearly 130 healthcare groups are urging Congress to pass legislation that would provide relief to U.S. physicians struggling to keep up with wave after wave of payment reductions.

Edwards Lifesciences agrees to acquire JenaValve, Endotronix for $1.2B

While JenaValve is known for its Trilogy Heart Valve System, a device designed specifically to treat aortic regurgitation, Endotronix specializes in developing heart failure technologies. The news comes after Edwards sold its critical care business for $4.2 billion in June, saying it would double down on its structural heart portfolio.

Anne Kroman, DO, PhD, director of lead management and the device clinic, and assistant professor at Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), explains more women need to be included in clinical trials to help better understand sex differences in electrophysiology presentations.

Why electrophysiology trials need to include more women

Most EP clinical study data are from men, Anne Kroman, DO, explained in an interview. This is a significant problem, she said, because heart rhythm issues look quite different in women.

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Cardiology Funding Roundup: Cardurion, Kestra, TRiCares all secure key investments

Businesses in the cardiovascular health space have been busy in recent weeks, announcing one big financing round after another.

The rise of bogus healthcare conferences

A conference on neurology is described by reporters as "shambolic," offering only bare bones presentations and accommodations. And the number of these events may be on the rise.

New PET method spots early signs of inflammatory bowel disease

The novel method could potentially guide decisions on when patients should start treatment.

Clinical

TMVR device with valve-in-ring design gains key approval

Cardiologist highlights key differences between OBLs and ASCs

Paradoxical low-flow, low gradient AS linked to higher mortality rate after TAVR

AI model turns POCUS images into accurate structural heart evaluations

Faster treatments, better outcomes: 5 key takeaways from new stroke guideline