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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."

When experience is critical: High-volume operators associated with better left main PCI outcomes

Operators who performed at least 16 uLMS-PCIs per year were associated with improved survival.

Racial, gender disparities among heart transplant recipients with COVID-19

The researchers explored data from orthotopic heart transplant patients who were hospitalized for COVID-19 at one of two facilities.

‘An important validation’: CMS issues new codes for IVL procedures

CMS has issued new codes for intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) procedures performed in a patient’s peripheral arteries in both the hospital outpatient and inpatient settings.

HHS will distribute another $35B in COVID-19 relief to healthcare companies

HHS is distributing another $35 billion from the CARES Act designated for healthcare providers responding to the crisis. The CARES Act allocated $175 billion in relief funds to hospitals and healthcare providers, especially those majorly affected by the pandemic.

Hypertension associated with greater risk of dying from COVID-19—but RAAS inhibitors can help

Hypertension is associated with a much greater risk of dying from COVID-19, according to new research published in European Heart Journal. The study’s authors noted that outcomes improved if patients took antihypertensive medications as recommended.

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.

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