March 2021

The blood clot plot continues: Countries suspend use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine in younger adults
Beta-blockers are inferior to other antihypertensive treatment options, new research confirms
New and improved: Hospital updates AFib ablation protocols, improves efficiency
GE Healthcare debuts new AI offering for cardiac imaging
TMVR safe and effective for kidney transplant recipients
Working long hours increases the likelihood of a second heart attack
‘A new treatment option’: FDA approves Harmony TPV, says it could delay the need for certain surgeries
FDA approves Zealand Pharma’s new treatment for severe hypoglycemia
PTSD linked to a higher risk of heart attack, heart disease among female veterans
CT perfusion a key tool for evaluating stroke patients—but utilization remains low
Championing Alternative PAD Access in the Office-based Lab
Bobby Brown, Texas cardiologist and World Series-winning third basemen for the New York Yankees, dies at 96
Fish oil supplements lower the risk of heart disease—but only for patients with the right genetic makeup
NOACs associated with a 16% lower risk of bone fractures than warfarin
How patient-reported data compare to NYHA classifications for evaluating heart failure
FDA grants breakthrough device designation to AI-powered ECG analysis tool
AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to get a blood clot warning in Canada
American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association share updated heart failure guidance
A key discovery: Researchers make history, identify new details about the beating heart
Primary PCI boosts 10-year survival rate for STEMI patients 
New legislation with bipartisan support would improve patient access to cardiac, pulmonary rehab programs
Ultra-processed foods can do significant damage to the heart
Multiple cardiovascular conditions more common among transgender children
Mobile stroke units improve patient outcomes, reduce risk of disability
‘Not just a respiratory illness’: New stroke data highlight the importance of COVID-19 vaccinations
Yogurt, other fermented dairy products may reduce hypertension
Michigan cardiologist pays US government $2M for ‘exploitative and improper' ordering practices
Regular meat consumption linked to a higher risk of ischemic heart disease, diabetes
Adding icosapent ethyl to statin therapy may reduce risk of stroke by 36%
COAPT update: How AFib affects TMVR outcomes
Minor impairments in systolic function linked to heart failure, HFrEF in late life
Viz.ai raises $71M to focus its AI capabilities on cardiology, pulmonary care and other specialties
TMVR for pediatric patients: ‘Acutely effective and safe, with very encouraging results’
AI model predicts death from cardiovascular disease, coronary artery disease better than other advanced techniques
Beta-blocker use not associated with depression—but it may be tied to unusual dreams, insomnia
More countries suspend use of AstraZeneca vaccine due to potential blood clot risk
Philips, American College of Cardiology collaborate to improve cardiovascular care
Heart attacks more likely to be missed in women than men
Several countries pause use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine due to blood clot concerns—US still sitting on millions of doses
Plant-based diets associated with a lower risk of stroke—but not if they are full of junk food
FDA grants breakthrough device designation to new heart failure solution from Berlin Heals
Wearable ECG devices detect AFib among older patients, reducing the risk of stroke
American College of Cardiology: Biden’s $1.9T COVID-19 relief bill will help reduce healthcare disparities
Eating 2 servings of fish per week helps patients battle recurrent heart disease
5 important tips about COVID-19 vaccines for heart failure, heart transplant patients
How heart rhythm issues affect 2-year TAVR, SAVR outcomes
‘A cardiovascular problem disguised as an eye problem’: Why CRAO requires immediate treatment
New Jersey cardiologist faces up to 20 years in prison for illegally distributing Oxycodone
Beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, ARBs lead to improved long-term outcomes for aortic dissection patients
Family members of people on the Mediterranean diet also see benefits, including weight loss
What cardiologists need to know about maintaining certification
As vaccinations continue, American Heart Association urges people to keep wearing masks, practicing social distancing
An encouraging update: Professional athletes rarely develop heart inflammation after a mild COVID-19 infection
Unprecedented: Cardiology providers lost an estimated $506M in revenue in the pandemic’s early months
Women consistently experience longer delays in care, worse outcomes following a life-threatening heart attack
An alternative to AVR: Ross procedure linked to strong outcomes for young, middle-aged adults
Frail patients much more likely to experience major bleeding events following PCI
American Indians have an especially high risk of stroke, leaving researchers with many questions
Cardiologist pleads guilty after police find evidence he discussed engaging in sexual acts with children
TAVR outperforms surgery for low-risk patients after 2 years—but the gap may be shrinking
Healthcare groups from around the world unite to develop a standardized definition of heart failure
FDA announces recall of Medtronic HVAD pump implant kits after 2 deaths, 19 serious injuries
AFib and atrial flutter in the United States: 5 key takeaways from a new analysis
Cardiologist donates $1M to fund heart disease research as tribute to ‘selfless, loving’ wife
CTA provides value as a noninvasive alternative to ICA when treating NSTE-ACS
Better Together? An Integrated Market for Calcium-modification Strategies
Atherectomy's Small But Growing Presence
IVL Turns Standard Balloon Technology into a Powerful Calcium-disruption Tool
Breaking Through- Have Severely Calcified Lesions Met Their Match?