May 2017

NIH launches search to find HIV drug that won’t cause heart conditions
Q&A: Mathew sees opportunity as head of Loyola's cardio department
Healthy lifestyle could prevent common artery problems as people age
FDA Grants Market Clearance to Ra Medical Systems for New Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
Study finds link between genetic makeup, rheumatic heart disease
Methamphetamine abusers regain heart function after quitting
Merit Medical names medical device veteran as new director of board
Medicare now covers non-invasive peripheral artery disease treatment
Digisonics Showcases New Enhancements for Streamlined Cardiovascular Workflows at ASE 2017
FDA issues Class 1 recall of Abbott-Thoratec LVAS controller
Medtronic Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2017 Financial Results
Northwell Health, Peerbridge team up to expand the use of remote electrocardiogram
Alabama hospital launches ‘real world’ cardiology learning experience for grad students
New paper strip test can detect heart failure
Telestroke hastens life-saving care to West Virginia woman
Chemotherapy-induced cardiomyopathy hits men harder than women
Researchers in the U.K. develop urine test to measure patients’ adherence to hypertension meds
West Virginia med school establishes cardiology scholarship
Eating chocolate regularly could reduce chances of AFib
Tennessee cardiologists concerned by surge in opioid-related endocarditis
Predictive models for heart failure, sudden death ID patients unlikely to benefit from ICDs
Weight-loss surgery shown to cut heart failure risk in half
Online rehab as effective as face-to-face care for COPD
Lowering blood pressure in hypertensive patients can reduce chance of ventricular hypertrophy
Seeking a way to treat DVTs without bleeding risks
Long-term anabolic steroid use could weaken arteries
COPD episodes could increase chance of heart attack, stroke in heart patients
New research clarifies why we think moderate drinking is heart healthy
What 'crazy ideas' will impact the future of technology in cardiology?
Positive Clinical Data on INOpulse Presented at the American Thoracic Society 113th International Conference
New tablet device detects heart failure, provides assistance
Noninvasive ventilation delayed readmission, death for COPD patients on home oxygen therapy
AHA awards $2 million to cardiac research at top universities
6 things to know about Biotronik’s TRUECOIN study, home monitoring system
Lean body mass—not obesity—predominant risk factor for AFib
North Carolina's Pardee Cardiology welcomes new cardiologist
Three daily servings of fruits, vegetables could reduce chance of peripheral artery disease
St. Louis cardiologist uses cryoablation to solve puzzle of AFib
Edwards Lifesciences’ philanthropy project estimated to impact 1 million people by 2020
AHA launches four new studies focusing on women’s heart health
Linking high volume to better outcomes in TAVR
iRhythm’s Zio monitor shows superiority in detecting AFib over Holter devices
Older Americans less likely to receive CPR during in-home cardiac arrest
Medtronic RESOLUTE ONYX 2 mm Clinical Study Meets Primary Endpoint in Extra-Small Vessels at One-Year
Boston Scientific’s TAVI system exceeds expectations in clinical trial
'Fat but fit' doesn't diminish risk for heart attack, stroke
Early menopause could increase heart failure risk in women
U.S. regional differences in stroke, heart disease persist—despite national declines
High-functioning TAVR hospitals experience fewer readmissions
On World Hypertension Day, AMA Urges More Patients to Know their Numbers
HRS2017: Delayed use of anticoagulants could increase dementia risk
SCAI 2017: TAVR outcomes depend on individual risk factors, not valve type
First Pennsylvania Patient Treated in Landmark Heart Artery Stent Trial
Reducing racial segregation one way to fight hypertension in black adults
SCAI 2017: Race, gender, socioeconomic status impact PCI outcomes
Recent respiratory infections multiply risk of heart attack
HRS2017: Wearable defibrillators are safe, effective for pediatric patients
Medtronic First to Receive FDA Approval for MR-Conditional Quadripolar Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy-Pacemakers
HRS2017: AI-enabled Apple Watch detects AFib in UCSF study
SCAI 2017: Robotic PCI highly successful with transradial, transfemoral access
HRS2017: Easy-to-use nasal spray first to treat tachycardia condition
ACC president emphasizes access to insurance, quality care in letter to Senate
4-lead phone-based ECG could improve cardiovascular diagnostics in low-income countries
HRS2017: Study finds Medtronic’s smallest pacemaker safe, effective
New Data from PLATINUM Diversity Study Presented at SCAI 2017 Provide Important Insights Beyond Traditional Clinically-Reported Endpoints
Boston Scientific Announces Positive European Registry Results For WATCHMAN Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device
Heart imaging remotely guided, accurately assessed via smartphone
Abbott smartphone-compatible cardiac monitor gains CE Mark
Biotronik shows off new MRI AutoDetect technology at HRS2017
HRS2017: How pro bono work can turn ordinary cardiologists into global citizens
NSAIDs boost heart attack risk within a week of use
Pennsylvania hospital tops in US in heart failure readmission
Boston Scientific Announces Agreement to Acquire Symetis
Abbott Announces CE Mark and First Use of the World’s First Smartphone Compatible Insertable Cardiac Monitor
Narrative journaling could boost cardiac health after divorce
Athletic training by children improves right ventricle efficiency
Johns Hopkins All Children’s appoints two new heart specialists to lead institute
Abiomed posts 33 percent increase in revenue as Impella devices gain market momentum
Abiomed Introduces 3rd Generation Impella CP® Heart Pumps at SCAI 2017
Abiomed debuts 3rd generation of its Impella heart pump
FDA approves Biotronik’s quadripolar left ventricular lead
Children with rare heart condition linked to brain abnormalities
PCI pioneer Cindy Grines joins Northwell Health
Stretching before walking could reduce pain in peripheral artery disease patients
Geisinger Health invests in preventative care with 'fresh food pharmacies'
Corindus to Feature CorPath® GRX System at the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) 2017 Scientific Sessions
Gluten-free diet could increase risk of heart disease
Abiomed Announces First Patient Enrolled in STEMI DTU Feasibility Study
Abiomed Announces Q4 FY 2017 Revenue of $124.7 Million, Up 33% Over Prior Year and Total Year Revenue of $445.3 Million, Up 35% Over Prior Year
Siemens examines options for separation of $15 billion healthcare division
Atrial fibrillation, flutter could be more deadly for women
Heart failure could be as deadly as cancer
Too much salt can lead to arterial stiffness in adolescents
Amgen, Harvard Pilgrim sign outcomes-based refund contract for cardiovascular medication
Researchers ID enzyme related to smoking, heart disease
Heart Rhythm Society announces late-breaking clinical trials for annual conference
20% of people at high risk of MI don't believe they need to improve health
ReFlow Medical recalls lots of its Wingman35 Crossing Catheters
New York hospital introduces remote heart monitoring to patients
Using BMI to assess cardiometabolic risk not ideal for racial/ethnic minorities