Clinical study of robotic-assisted cardiology solution reaches conclusion “Robotics is, in all likelihood, the future of interventional cardiology," one specialist said. Full study results are expected in May.Read more about Clinical study of robotic-assisted cardiology solution reaches conclusion
LAAC or DOACs? How treatment strategies for AFib impact long-term outcomes The new analysis provided an update on data from the PRAGUE-17 trial. Read more about LAAC or DOACs? How treatment strategies for AFib impact long-term outcomes
Survival, reintervention rates for TPVR comparable to surgery These findings, the authors wrote, should help inform the decision-making process when different treatment options are being considered. Read more about Survival, reintervention rates for TPVR comparable to surgery
FDA announces recall of nearly 700 embolic protection devices after multiple malfunctions The device's filter is breaking off during the retrieval process, making it much more difficult to withdraw. Read more about FDA announces recall of nearly 700 embolic protection devices after multiple malfunctions
Just 1 month of DAPT after PCI shows promise, new meta-analysis confirms Researchers evaluated data from four different studies, sharing their results in the American Journal of Cardiology.Read more about Just 1 month of DAPT after PCI shows promise, new meta-analysis confirms
Heart specialists highlight importance of COVID-19 vaccination as omicron cases skyrocket “COVID-19 vaccination and boosters continue to be our No. 1 defense to save lives and protect against COVID-19 infection, severe illness and death,” according to the American Heart Association. Read more about Heart specialists highlight importance of COVID-19 vaccination as omicron cases skyrocket
Self-expanding TAVR system gains approval for high-risk patients in China The National Medical Products Administration reviewed data from more than 32,000 patients to make its decision.Read more about Self-expanding TAVR system gains approval for high-risk patients in China
Personal ECG solution approved by NICE for detecting signs of AFib The solution was designed to provide high-quality ECG readings without patients needing to leave the comfort of home. Read more about Personal ECG solution approved by NICE for detecting signs of AFib
Adults with type 2 diabetes are not taking care of their hearts A new scientific statement from the American Heart Association explored this issue in great detail.Read more about Adults with type 2 diabetes are not taking care of their hearts
12% of patients prescribed opioids after a CIED procedure take them much longer than necessary "All physicians who perform CIED procedures and care for these patients should be aware of the risk of persistent opioid use,” one specialist said. Read more about 12% of patients prescribed opioids after a CIED procedure take them much longer than necessary