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Clinicians have a new tool for predicting TAVR mortality

Left atrium emptying fraction (LAEF) measurements can provide significant value during the TAVR planning process.

PAD patients more likely to die from COVID-19

The mortality rate for COVID-19 patients was nearly twice as high if they had a history of peripheral artery disease, researchers found.

Advanced age, hypertension among predictors of AFib in ESUS patients

The analysis included more than 5,000 patients who received care from December 2014 to January 2018 in one of 42 countries.

New clinical trial focused on AI-powered CAD evaluations opens enrollment

The trial will enroll a total of 250 CAD patients.

FDA approves expansion of clinical support system to include patients with type 2 diabetes

The platform is now approved as a treatment option for patients with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Cardiologists can make a difference by promoting flu shots, debunking vaccine misinformation

An international team of specialists from the Netherlands and New York made their case in a new editorial.

New research highlights the circadian rhythm seen in heart cells

New data published in Nature Communications may explain why heart problems are so common among shift workers.

High-quality care is helping women with heart defects have safer pregnancies

Early counseling should be stressed for women with congenital heart defects, according to the analysis.

FDA announces recall of 2 hypertension medications

The affected batches were distributed from October 2018 to December 2020.

‘It doesn’t seem real’: Colleague reflects on life of cardiologist killed in California plane crash

Two people died in the crash, which is still under investigation.

Omecamtiv mecarbil may provide value for patients with severe heart failure

The analysis supports a potential role for omecamtiv mecarbil in the treatment of severe HF.

FDA clears Rethymic for rare pediatric immune disorder

The application was granted a rare pediatric disease voucher by the FDA.

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ED imaging demand skyrocketed in 2021, and many radiology providers are struggling to keep up. What's next for the specialty?

The United States has faced a growing shortage of physicians for some time. This long-term trend—coupled with the pandemic and increased imaging demand throughout 2021—have led to a highly competitive radiologist employment market at a time when practices find themselves short-staffed, overworked, and in need of relief.

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Can you recall the last shift during which you spent close to 100% of your time on clinical duties?

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The top 7 ways radiologists can avoid medical malpractice claims

Medical malpractice claims are a significant source of anxiety for all radiologists. Unfortunately, decisions made in the heat of the moment, with the absolute best intentions, can still land a specialist in court.