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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.

Hospital allegedly lied about COVID-19 patient’s death

The hospital is accused of listing an acute myocardial infarction as the cause of the patient’s death and not mentioning COVID-19 at all.

American College of Cardiology launches new series of COVID-19-related virtual meetings

No registration is required for this series of free virtual meetings.

How one specialty hospital has kept COVID-19 at bay

The Montreal Heart Institute has been able to operate at a normal pace and keep COVID-19 at bay—and its specialists think other hospitals could learn a thing or two from their experience.

Abiomed gains FDA approval to launch first-in-human trial for ‘world’s smallest heart pump’

The device will be tested in high-risk percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) patients.

Indoor air filters associated with a significant decrease in systolic blood pressure

Ambient air pollution directly leads to poorer health outcomes, and even short-term exposure to fine particulate matter can increase a person’s risk of adverse cardiovascular events.

HHS increases reporting requirements for COVID-19 testing

HHS has announced new laboratory data reporting guidance for COVID-19 testing, expanding requirements for laboratories to report demographic details that can help improve the public response.

Welldoc receives additional FDA approval for digital diabetes solution

Welldoc, a Columbia, Maryland-based digital health company, has gained an additional FDA approval for its BlueStar diabetes management solution.

FFR-guided PCI earns high marks as a treatment option for patients with stable angina pectoris

Fractional flow reserve guidance can help cardiologists make better decisions during percutaneous coronary intervention—can it lead to better outcomes for patients with stable angina pectoris?

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