November 2021

Long-haul COVID-19 associated with chronic fatigue syndrome, breathing irregularities
Taiwan reviews myocarditis data, approves second doses of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for older children
STEMI mortality is on the decline, but certain patients still face an above-average risk
FDA clears AI-powered cardiac platform for pediatric patients
SAVR associated with 'substantial' survival rates
Questions mount as the new Omicron variant continues to spread
COVID-19 vaccine does not increase risk of heart attack or stroke in older adults, new study confirms
Cardiac rehabilitation benefits heart failure patients—but for how long?
How a high bleeding risk impacts outcomes for left main PCI patients
58% of cardiologists have been named in a medical malpractice lawsuit
A new look at the links between obesity, type 2 diabetes and cancer
Generic statin options can save the US $11.9B per year
In-hospital mortality more common among COVID-19 patients with heart failure
DAPT after PCI can stop after 1 month, new research confirms
Certain patients with chronic kidney disease face a higher risk of death after TAVR
Aspirin use may increase your risk of heart failure
Some hospitalized COVID-19 patients may need anticoagulation therapy at discharge
What we know about COVID-19 and cardiogenic shock
Multicenter trial to evaluate IVL treatment for peripheral lesions below the knee
Data-driven ICM device management: EP’s ‘game-changer’ is building momentum
New study compares polymer and polymer-free drug-eluting stents after 3 years
Is depression a warning sign for heart failure?
Q&A: Cleveland Clinic cardiologist details the past, present and future of drug-eluting stents
Women are still experiencing COVID-related heart issues months after being diagnosed—and they may need extra help
FDA delays decision on Bristol Myers Squibb’s new heart disease drug
AFib patients able to safely transition from warfarin to a DOAC
Black, Hispanic AFib patients less likely to start anticoagulant therapy, new VA study finds
How a team-based approach affects care for high-risk PCI patients
Women much more likely to develop AFib after a breast cancer diagnosis
Empagliflozin provides consistent benefits for HFpEF patients
FDA highlights safety issue with leadless pacemakers, focusing on Medtronic’s Micra
New study of more than 4.5M patients examines how blood pressure can impact the risk of dementia
PAD specialists announce new FDA clearance for image-guided atherectomy system
Patient frailty not a key factor when choosing between TAVR and SAVR
PCI and CABG for left main CAD associated with similar all-cause mortality rates
What new research tells us about TAVR and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratios
Stem cell therapy for heart failure lowers risk of adverse outcomes
Cardiologs puts its AI model up against the Apple Watch—and wins
European Society of Cardiology shares new guidance on COVID-related cardiovascular disease
Cardiologist urges Malaysia to end COVID-19 vaccination program—but fact-checking website says he used misleading statements
High-dose icosapent ethyl treatment makes minimal impact on non-hospitalized COVID-19 patients
Text message alert system for out-of-hospital cardiac arrests yields positive outcomes
American Heart Association responds to nomination of cardiologist Robert Califf for FDA commissioner
FDA clears ECG mapping system that tracks arrhythmia hot spots
New risk calculator detects TEER patients who may need to be readmitted for HF
New research details how drug and alcohol use increases a person's AFib risk
Biden expected to choose cardiologist who served under Obama as next FDA commissioner
Taiwan pauses second doses of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for older children due to myocarditis
Eating the right kind of fats can reduce a person's stroke risk
Texas cardiologist named in lawsuit says he will not be 'silenced by corporate bullies’
How the presence of AFib can impact TAVR, SAVR outcomes
We may finally know why type 2 diabetes is associated with vascular damage
Mental stress–induced myocardial ischemia elevates risk of CV events
'Remarkable' new findings suggest patients with diabetes should be screened for AFib
New survey examines the biggest issues impacting care for CAD, PAD patients
Combined genetic testing for cardiomyopathies and arrhythmias yields positive results
Life expectancy lower among SAVR patients than the general public
This is when you should sleep if you want to limit your risk of heart disease
Esteemed cardiologist dies unexpectedly—was known for his positive influence inside and outside the hospital
Policy experts call for renewed focus on cardiovascular disease, public health as COVID-19 crisis shows signs of improvement
Hispanic PAD patients often face longer hospitalizations, higher costs
These aerobic exercises can help lower your blood pressure
Early epinephrine treatment during cardiac arrest increases chance of a good recovery
‘Saving lives and saving limbs’: New study of real-world CMS patients highlights the benefits of IVUS
TMVR with transfemoral access a 'promising option,’ early data suggest
Philips enters agreement to acquire Cardiologs
Some cancer immunotherapies may increase the risk of myocarditis
Tracking sac regression after endovascular aneurysm repair for AAA
Ohio State cardiologists first in US to perform new heart failure treatment—patient feels ‘100% better’
5 years later, TAVR still delivering strong results for intermediate-risk patients
Icosapent ethyl lowers risk of ischemic events in CABG patients
TAVR more cost-effective than surgery for low-risk patients, new 2-year study confirms
Mild COVID-19 infections not associated with long-term risk of heart damage
Patients amenable to interventional procedure for lowering blood pressure
CABG still the ‘treatment of choice’ for patients with complex three-vessel CAD
CMS finalizes COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers, requiring full vaccination by Jan. 4
Sacubitril/valsartan no better than valsartan alone for advanced heart failure
The Biden administration just made it easier to repair medical devices—and imaging specialists are concerned
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Disabilities fairly common among adults with congenital heart defects
CMS sets payment rate for HeartFlow’s FFR-CT solution in 2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
Vascular surgeons playing a key role as consultants in today’s trauma centers
Using pulmonary artery pressure monitoring to manage obese HF patients leads to strong outcomes
LAAC reduces stroke risk among patients with HCM and AFib
CMS finalizes 2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule—payments to cardiologists take a hit
Two-year outcomes highlight the value of TMVR for patients with severe MR
'It does not need to be complicated': 10 steps to heart-healthy eating
FDA panel meets to review safety of endovascular graft device
STEMI patients with COVID-19 face an elevated risk of death
FDA announces Class I recall of battery packs for intra-aortic balloon pumps
New device could boost accuracy of noninvasive blood measurements
Tracking false-positive alerts among cardiac patients
DOACs outperform VKAs for stroke prevention in AFib patients