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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.

FTC settles antitrust lawsuit against private equity-backed anesthesiology chain
Federal regulators alleged that U.S. Anesthesia Partners—a portfolio company of Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowes—engaged in a “roll-up scheme” in Texas that effectively eliminated the competition. The company denies the allegations, but has agreed to undisclosed terms that would see the lawsuit resolved.
IV fluids recalled over possible contamination—patients face risk of vascular complications
Particulate matter may be present in certain 1-liter containers of B. Braun Medical's Lactated Ringer's Injections. If this enters a patient's circulatory system, it could lead to a series of adverse events.
FDA warns public about vascular device after 3 deaths
The FDA is still investigating this issue. For now, the agency recommends considering alternative treatment options when possible.
Abbott gains FDA clearance, CE mark approval for AI-powered imaging platform
Ultreon 3.0 was built to capture and evaluate OCT images, providing real-time guidance during complex PCI procedures.
New SCAI President Dawn Abbott outlines workforce training and inclusion priorities
SCAI President Dawn Abbott, MD, MSCAI, aims to turn attention toward the long-term sustainability of the interventional cardiology field.

Facebook still providing safe spaces for COVID misinformers

Someone somewhere introduced the theory that a COVID-19 vaccine will alter the DNA of anyone unwise enough to receive it. Did that person know this to be a crock and put it out there just for the fun of it?

U.S. News out with the best nursing homes in a time of COVID

California is the state with the most nursing homes to rate as high-performing with five stars in U.S. News & World Report’s latest listing of the best such facilities in the country.

Risk of death nearly doubles when hospitalized COVID-19 patients have a history of heart failure

A history of heart failure was also associated with longer lengths of stay and an increased risk of mechanical ventilation.

Myocarditis may be less common among COVID-19 patients than previously believed

Researchers reviewed autopsy data from 22 different studies, sharing their findings in Cardiovascular Pathology.

COVID-19 pandemic is significantly shifting the socioeconomic mix of patients using imaging

This trend warrants attention from practice leaders and policymakers alike, experts reported in JACR.

Radiologist and noted COVID-19 expert shares 5 lessons learned from the pandemic

Ali Gholamrezanezhad, MD, a clinical emergency radiologist with USC Keck Medicine, has authored more than 40 papers on the topic.

Diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids benefit STEMI patients

Elevated EPA and ALA levels were associated with better outcomes for STEMI patients, including fewer cardiovascular complications and improved survival.

American Heart Association, Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology launch online-only journal

The journal is expected to begin publishing by early 2021.

Clinical

FTC settles antitrust lawsuit against private equity-backed anesthesiology chain

IV fluids recalled over possible contamination—patients face risk of vascular complications

FDA warns public about vascular device after 3 deaths

Abbott gains FDA clearance, CE mark approval for AI-powered imaging platform

New SCAI President Dawn Abbott outlines workforce training and inclusion priorities