Care Delivery

This channel includes news on cardiovascular care delivery, including how patients are diagnosed and treated, cardiac care guidelines, policies or legislation impacting patient care, device recalls that may impact patient care, and cardiology practice management.

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Industry Watcher’s Digest

Buzzworthy developments of the past few days.

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3 strategies healthcare can copy from aviation to refine medical AI

Pointing out that aviation is a field that “went from highly dangerous to largely safe,” some accomplished techies name three to-do’s that could help healthcare AI ascend and soar.

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Bleeding after PCI remains a significant issue for interventional cardiologists around the world

A new meta-analysis included data from nearly 400,000 PCI patients treated in the United States, Germany, Japan or Israel. 

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Heart transplant recipients face increased risk of maternal complications when giving birth

Today's cardiologists are fielding more questions than ever about the safety of giving birth following a heart transplant. 

Regularly eating avocados is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.

Fasting before cardiac catheterization may not be necessary—recommend a heart-healthy diet instead

“Patients can safely continue oral intake until the time of the procedure, improving their satisfaction and comfort without adverse events,” researchers wrote.

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Are GLP-1 agonists safe? FDA finds no evidence popular weight loss medications cause suicidal thoughts or actions

The popular drugs, originally developed to treat diabetes, are being used more and more in the United States to help obese and overweight patients lose weight.  

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Industry Watcher’s Digest

Buzzworthy developments of the past few days.

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4 ways AI is transforming healthcare at 1 medical school

Many people who rely on power wheelchairs to get around will soon have the option to let onboard AI negotiate obstacles, adjust speeds and avoid collisions.