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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.

Resilia tissue developed by Edwards Lifesciences linked to long-term benefits
Researchers tracked nearly 1,000 SAVR patients, presenting eight-year data at the Heart Valve Society’s annual meeting in Cairo, Egypt.
AI-based coronary plaque evaluations highlight elevated heart risks in women
“This is the perfect technique to identify high-risk patients who would benefit from intensive therapies,” imaging specialist Gudrun Feuchtner, MD, told Cardiovascular Business.
FDA warns that certain coronary imaging catheters are being removed from market over safety concerns
A catheter sheath detached during use and was left in the patient’s body. It was successfully removed, but the FDA said it is now evaluating the potential risk to others going forward. There is no official recall at this time.
Cardiology, radiology professionals unite to explore the challenges of diagnosing CAD in women
Coronary artery disease is both underdiagnosed and undertreated in women, and they often receive less guideline-recommended care than men. Why do these disparities persist? And what can today’s healthcare providers do to bring about change?
Cardiologist-founded startup announces FDA clearance, first uses of new TAVR pacing system
“The device takes variability out of the procedure by giving the operator full control while automating ramp-up and back-up algorithms," according to a clinician who used the new technology. "The TAVR procedure is simplified, reducing physician and staff workload."

Moderna vaccine safe in youth 12-17

Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine is effective in young people between 12 and 17, according to results from phase two of three of the biopharmaceutical company’s study.

Radial access outperforms femoral access for complex PCI, but questions persist

The findings could represent a significant change in patient care, specialists wrote, but "femoral believers" may not be swayed until additional data can be reviewed.

Digital health specialists gain 2 new FDA clearances for cardiac care portfolio

The company's flagship monitor and AI capabilities both received key regulatory approvals.

DASH diet, developed to lower blood pressure, provides additional cardiovascular benefits

The new study, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, examined how the DASH diet and a low-sodium diet can work together to boost patient health.

New COVID-19 case counts drop to lowest level in a year

The number of new COVID-19 cases in the U.S. has dropped to its lowest level in a year, according to an analysis from Reuters.

How the recovery of young heart attack survivors is impacted by the world around them

The study's authors looked at data from more than 2,000 patients who had their first MI at the age of 50 or younger.

STEMI following TAVR associated with high rates of mortality, PCI failure

The analysis, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, found that post-TAVR STEMI might be rare, but it can lead to substantial complications.

CDC reviewing cases of heart damage in young adults after COVID-19 vaccination

The American Heart Association has emphasized that the benefits of being vaccinated still "enormously outweigh" the risks.

Clinical

Resilia tissue developed by Edwards Lifesciences linked to long-term benefits

AI-based coronary plaque evaluations highlight elevated heart risks in women

FDA warns that certain coronary imaging catheters are being removed from market over safety concerns

Cardiology, radiology professionals unite to explore the challenges of diagnosing CAD in women

Cardiologist-founded startup announces FDA clearance, first uses of new TAVR pacing system