Researchers at the University of Edinburgh found that cats with dementia, like humans, have protein buildup in synapses that impacts cognitive function and memory.

Speaker issues are causing the devices to stop communicating with the user's CGM. Dozens of patient injuries have been reported, and the company is prepping a software update.

Hemodynamic valve deterioration after one year was more common in patients with a small aortic annulus. In fact, receiving a larger valve was linked to a “protective” quality that appeared to help keep the risk of such complications to a minimum.

The therapy previously earned the FDA’s Breakthrough Device Designation due to its potential to treat certain cancers.

Some Baxter Novum IQ pumps have a software issue that can cause the “run” screen to go blank or trigger another system error, potentially resulting in inadequate infusion. The company has issued updated use instructions to ensure safe operation.

Four men in Michigan have been charged and are accused of $1 million in fraud, in addition to the illegal distribution of controlled substances. The defendants include two physicians, a clinic manager and a patient recruiter.

New ACC/AHA recommendations encourage clinicians to take a proactive approach when managing patients with elevated or high blood pressure. The inclusion of renal denervation in this document represents clear progress for a relatively new technology.

The FDA has received multiple reports of the devices, which are designed to be malleable, failing to retain their shape. The issue has been linked to three patient injuries so far, and customers are asked to return unused devices to the manufacturer.