Researchers explored data from nearly 2,500 AFib ablation patients, sharing their findings in JAMA Cardiology.
The Tricuspid Flow Optimizer was developed by Triflo Cardiovascular, a U.S.-based healthcare technology company founded by structural heart specialists.
An accidental discovery could have future implications for the material makeup for MRI contrast media.
All participants were free of ASCVD and had no history of statin use at the start of the study.
The new technique uncovers hidden inflammation in patients who, despite undergoing extensive treatment for the condition, had worsening symptoms.
Artifacts from hair on X-rays shed light on health equity gap
Do radiologists see how the hair styles of Black and brown people impact imaging exams?
Microrobots guided by an MRI eradicate liver cancer
The technique was successful in a proof-of-concept animal study, but human trials are a long way off.
Anticoagulants after TAVR: 5-year survival data favor DOACs over VKAs
However, that one finding does not tell the whole story. Researchers also found that DOACs may increase a TAVR patient's risk of a disabling stroke.
Targeting coronary inflammation helps cardiologists provide better care
Michael Garshick, MD, examines the role of inflammation in coronary disease development, detailing how this risk factor can be detected and treated.
Low field 0.55T MRI images as diagnostically useful as 1.5T for abdominal scans
Researchers from the University of Michigan scanned 52 patients at multiple field strengths to make the comparison.
Micro-CT used to scan mysterious wormlike reptiles
The underground life of an Amphisbaenia has not been easy to study.
New American College of Cardiology registry focuses on data from outpatient ambulatory surgical centers
The ACC launched its latest registry knowing that volumes at these outpatient facilities are expected to rise in the years ahead.
Error rates in radiology have not changed in 75 years
Radiology report reading errors are as prevalent as ever. Michael Bruno, MD, of Penn State Hershey Medical Center says it's time for that to change.