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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."

Wait times for TAVR, SAVR patients are getting longer and longer

The study’s authors tracked data from more than 22,000 patients with severe aortic stenosis.

Cardiologists not practicing what they preach

Cardiologists push their patients to stay active, often emphasizing the link between physical activity and a healthy cardiovascular system. Many doctors, however, aren't listening to their own advice.

COVID-19 patients with abnormal heart rhythms face a greater risk of death

"Patients and physicians need to monitor for these arrhythmias closely and treatments needs to be timely," one researcher warned.

American Medical Association releases new CPT codes to report COVID-19 vaccinations

AMA said it’s rolling out this info before any drug is available so that practices can prepare their EHRs ahead of time.

Long-term anticoagulation a safe treatment option for elderly AFib patients

Long-term anticoagulation can be recommended for AFib patients 90 years old and older, according to new research.

‘Parts of the country are being left behind’: Tracking food insecurity and cardiovascular death in the United States

Food insecurity is a significant issue in the United States, one that could get much worse as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

‘Urgent’ action needed to address widespread variation in CT use, radiation exposure among COVID patients

The International Atomic Energy Agency analyzed computed tomography use in dozens of countries for its analysis, published in Radiology.

Pre-pregnancy hypertension on the rise throughout the US

An analysis of nearly 48 million births found that pre-pregnancy hypertension was up among both urban and rural women.

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