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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.

Congressional candidate physician sues hospital and doctor for death of father
Some of the claims in the lawsuit, brought against Novant Health by Kyle Horton, MD, are backed by a report from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
Diabetes reduces survival after SAVR, but not TAVR
"TAVR has been associated with better valve hemodynamics and a lower risk of structural valve deterioration over time compared with SAVR," researchers wrote. "This benefit may be particularly relevant for diabetes patients who face higher risks of vascular complications."
DEA wants to permanently anchor some COVID-era prescription regulations
The Drug Enforcement Administration is proposing the adoption of some COVID-era prescription practices around certain controlled substances. The agency published a framework to guide any such changes Jan. 17.
Brain changes related to Huntington's evident on imaging decades before symptoms emerge
Experts hope their findings offer valuable insights that one day lead to improved interventions aimed at preserving brain function in patients with Huntington's.
Medtronic heart rhythm technologies on full display at AF Symposium 2025
Cardiologists shared updated data on Medtronic's ICM and PFA offerings during AF Symposium 2025 in Boston.

FDA announces recall of Medtronic HVAD pump implant kits after 2 deaths, 19 serious injuries

This is a Class I recall, which means using the device can lead to serious injury or death.

CMS quality initiative will overburden practices ‘still reeling’ from COVID-19, ACR and others warn

Physicians are urging the agency to ease reporting requirements and data collection, according to a letter shared recently.

All radiologists likely to encounter COVID-19 vaccine side effects in coming months, experts say

Massachusetts General Hospital rads outlined steps providers can take to limit unnecessary follow-up care in these situations, sharing their guidance in JACR.

AFib and atrial flutter in the United States: 5 key takeaways from a new analysis

The study, published in the American Journal of Cardiology, shines new light on a significant health issue.

Cardiologist donates $1M to fund heart disease research as tribute to ‘selfless, loving’ wife

The funds will go toward establishing the Carol S. O’Neill Structural Heart Disease Research Fund.

FDA approves Johnson & Johnson’s Covid vaccine

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given emergency use authorization to Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine, sending into circulation the first such medicine requiring just one shot.

‘I have so much hope now’: Patient thrives after undergoing 2 heart valve replacement procedures

Both procedures were a part of a clinical trial—and both occurred at the same facility.

MIND diet, a combination of Mediterranean and DASH diets, associated with cardiac and cognitive benefits

Researchers evaluated the imaging results and dietary habits of more than 2,500 adults, sharing their analysis in the British Journal of Nutrition.

Clinical

Congressional candidate physician sues hospital and doctor for death of father

Diabetes reduces survival after SAVR, but not TAVR

DEA wants to permanently anchor some COVID-era prescription regulations

Brain changes related to Huntington's evident on imaging decades before symptoms emerge

Medtronic heart rhythm technologies on full display at AF Symposium 2025