Keto diet may raise risk of cardiovascular issues

Following a ketogenic diet for an extended period of time may age cells much faster than normal, according to new data published in Science Advances. This could be particularly damaging to the heart and kidneys.

WearLinq's eWave six-lead wearable ECG monitor. The eWave device, which works in tandem with a user’s smartphone to deliver long-term monitoring services. The eWave device can last up to five days on a single charge, and it sends automated alerts when the battery is low or signal quality suggests a new patch is required.

San Francisco-based WearLinq says the acquisition will help its six-lead ECG technology reach more heart patients throughout the United States.   

The late-breaking U.S. multicenter admIRE clinical trial at the Heart Rhythm Society 2024 meeting, showed positive data on the long-term safety and effectiveness of the the Biosense Webster Varipulse pulsed field ablation (PFA) system in patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. #HRS #HRS2024 #PFA

"This was the first PFA IDE study to support a substantial number of fluoro-free procedures," said presenter Vivek Reddy, MD.

The EuroPCR 2024 meeting May 14-17 in Paris included four days of late-breaking interventional cardiology science presentations featured 12,100 participants, more than 550 educational sessions and 12 live cases. Photo courtesy of EuroPCR

The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions offers its top five key takeaways from the EuroPCR 2024 meeting last week.

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