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New hypertrophic cardiomyopathy guidelines highlight importance of exercise, new drug class

HCM is widely underdiagnosed, but the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association hope their new guidelines can help cardiologists learn more about the potentially fatal condition and improve patient care. 

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FDA announces new recall of delivery catheters after patient’s death

The recall includes specific lots of five different medical devices used to treat stroke and other neurovascular diseases.

Abbott’s Aveir DR leadless pacemaker, the world’s very first dual-chamber pacing solution of its kind, is associated with a “reliable” performance after six months, according to new data published in Heart Rhythm.[1]
World’s first dual-chamber leadless pacemaker still going strong after 6 months

Abbott’s Aveir DR leadless pacemaker, the first pacing offering of its kind to gain FDA approval, is linked to a consistent electrical performance six months after implant. Researchers tracked data from nearly 400 patients and presented their full findings in Heart Rhythm.

Cardiologist Damian Brezinski arrested
Cardiologist charged with 9 more sex crimes as police search his home and private practice

The alleged sex crimes involve a young child. According to a judge, the 61-year-old cardiologist could face life in prison if convicted.

money business cash flow dollar. Kingsway Financial Services, a Chicago-based holding company with subsidiaries in several industries, has acquired New Jersey-based Digital Diagnostics Imaging (DDI) for $11 million. The transaction was funded with $5.4 million in cash and $5.6 million in debt financing.
Medical device company raises $87M to study new-look scaffolds for BTK PAD

R3 Vascular also announced that Christopher M. Owens, a veteran of the medical device industry, is its new president and CEO. 

Bradly Knight, MD, Northwestern, presenting a case study on the main stage at HRS 2023. Photo by Dave Fornell
HRS 2024: Late-breaking clinical trials will highlight key trends in electrophysiology

A total of 21 late-breaking science presentations are scheduled for Heart Rhythm 2024 in Boston. 

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FDA announces Class I recall after insulin pump software causes 224 injuries

The new recall impacts more than 85,000 devices. If users update their iPhone app as recommended, however, they can continue using the insulin pump as directed. 

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New imaging protocols proposed to curb rise of cardiovascular infections

Eleven medical societies have signed on to a consensus statement aimed at standardizing imaging for suspected cardiovascular infections.

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Cardiac Imaging

Sarah Jane Rinehart, MD, director of cardiac imaging, Charleston Area Medical Center, Charleston West Virginia, as been using the FDA-cleared RoadMap artificial intelligence algorithm from HeartFlow in studies and in clinical used since it was cleared and said it helps cardiologists in several ways. #ACC #ACC24 #ACC2024 #Heartflow #AIhealth
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FDA announces new recall of delivery catheters after patient’s death
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Healthcare Management

heart patient
New hypertrophic cardiomyopathy guidelines highlight importance of exercise, new drug class
FDA announces new recall of delivery catheters after patient’s death
Cardiologist charged with 9 more sex crimes as police search his home and private practice
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Interventional Cardiology

money business cash flow dollar. Kingsway Financial Services, a Chicago-based holding company with subsidiaries in several industries, has acquired New Jersey-based Digital Diagnostics Imaging (DDI) for $11 million. The transaction was funded with $5.4 million in cash and $5.6 million in debt financing.
Medical device company raises $87M to study new-look scaffolds for BTK PAD
FDA warns against use of troubled heart devices, citing ‘continued concerns’ after multiple recalls
Health disparities are causing serious harm, leading to 400 amputations per day
Moderate aortic stenosis linked to heightened risk of death—should TAVR, surgery be considered?
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Patient Care

Sarah Jane Rinehart, MD, director of cardiac imaging, Charleston Area Medical Center, Charleston West Virginia, as been using the FDA-cleared RoadMap artificial intelligence algorithm from HeartFlow in studies and in clinical used since it was cleared and said it helps cardiologists in several ways. #ACC #ACC24 #ACC2024 #Heartflow #AIhealth
AI improves CT assessments, boosts care for real-world heart patients
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heart patient
New hypertrophic cardiomyopathy guidelines highlight importance of exercise, new drug class
HRS 2024: Late-breaking clinical trials will highlight key trends in electrophysiology
Health disparities are causing serious harm, leading to 400 amputations per day
AI helps cardiologists track new drug's effect on inflammation
The push for an independent cardiology board continues
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TAVR

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New-look TAVR valve shows early promise in patients with severe AS
TAVR linked to lower stroke risk than SAVR in patients with AS and cardiogenic shock
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