December 2021

Fetal MRI scans provide value when trying to learn more about congenital heart defects
FDA approves inclisiran, a twice-yearly injection that lowers cholesterol
Researchers take a fresh look at how different risk factors impact the look of a patient's heart
As healthcare leaders look ahead to 2022, preparation and planning are the keys to success
COVID-19 vaccines tied to greater risk of myocarditis or myopericarditis—but specialists highlight the benefits of vaccination
Premature heart attack deaths more common among Black, male and rural patients
Apixaban linked to lower bleeding risk than rivaroxaban for patients with nonvalvular AFib
An industry first: FDA authorizes marketing of laser-assisted IVC filter removal device
FDA approves rivaroxaban for treating, preventing blood clots in pediatric patients
Tafamidis boosts survival for patients with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy
AECG monitoring helps identify when TAVR patients may require a permanent pacemaker
DOACs underprescribed among high-risk AFib patients
Cardiologists report an average 2021 salary of $538K, up 2% from 2020, as pandemic continues
Edwards gains FDA approval for new Sapien 3 solution for TPV replacement
Metoprolol demonstrates value as a treatment for obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
AI improves detection of severe CAD in stress echocardiograms
CDC now recommends Moderna, Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines over Johnson & Johnson’s due to risk of fatal blood clots
Cardiologist interviewed by Joe Rogan claims U.S. withheld early COVID-19 treatments to promote fear, push support for vaccines
Decades of data help researchers recommend the optimal HFrEF treatment
Heart transplants from adult donors after circulatory death yield positive outcomes
What happens when TAVR patients also require a peripheral vascular intervention
FDA announces Class I recall of intra-aortic balloon pumps after 1 death, 71 complaints
American Heart Association investing $10 million to study the long-term consequences of COVID-19
Cardiovascular surgeon wants to sue hospital after he was fired for refusing COVID-19 vaccine
Medtronic receives warning letter from FDA after inspection, sees stock prices drop 7%
Cardiac imaging specialists receive more than $20M in new funding
How treatment decisions can impact young adults with PAD and advanced femoropopliteal disease
A key difference between stroke symptoms for men and women
Treating high blood pressure during pregnancy is safe and effective, new scientific statement confirms
Surgery journal appoints first female editor-in-chief
Senators to question cardiologist Robert Califf, Biden’s nominee to lead FDA, on industry ties and COVID-19 response
What new research tells us about HIV and heart failure
Heart attack survivors with kidney issues face a greater risk of heart failure
Cardiologists enthusiastic as House passes bill to ramp up valvular heart disease research
Prosthetic-patient mismatch after TAVR much less likely among Asian patients
Breathlessness among patients with long COVID may be a sign of heart damage
New ACC/AHA guidelines detail updated recommendations for PCI, CABG
Pre-TAVR pulmonary artery dilatation helps identify high-risk patients
Physicians could save $641M per year by prescribing generic CVD medications
Exposure to even small amounts of toxic metals increases the risk of clogged arteries
Cardiologist back at work after testing positive for Omicron COVID-19 variant
Cardiologists support legislation that would limit costly Medicare cuts
Catheter ablation 'significantly superior' to drug therapy when treating AFib
‘Surprising’ trends in ICD use among HCM patients
Autopsies suggest we still have a lot to learn about COVID-19's impact on the heart
TTVR patients see consistent improvements in their daily lives
Researchers 'really enthusiastic' about potential breakthrough in the treatment of vascular disease
American Heart Association supports new ‘surprise billing’ legislation, but physician groups have serious doubts
TEVAR outcomes don't suffer when performed at low-volume hospitals
KCCQ-12 scores a valuable asset for managing patients with acute HF
AI model predicts patient survival after cardiac surgery
Pressure-regulated THV deployment could provide significant value
As Omicron variant spreads, American Heart Association highlights continued support of COVID-19 vaccination
What new valve-in-valve TAVR data tell us about valve durability
Most young people with vaccine-related myocarditis recover quickly
Predicting AFib recurrence after catheter ablation remains a challenge
SAVR a valuable treatment option for asymptomatic patients with severe AS
Elevated heart rate tied to a greater risk of dementia
Ultra-processed foods increase the risk of a repeat heart attack or stroke
Medicare spending on cardiology, interventional cardiology declined $906M in 2020
2 new studies confirm the ‘very low’ risk of myocarditis after COVID-19 vaccination
Predicting when T2D patients may experience a cardiovascular event
DOACs outperform VKAs among cardiac amyloidosis patients with HF, AFib
How major life events can take a toll on the heart
Cardiologist shares story after testing positive for Omicron COVID-19 variant—says he caught it during cardiology conference
SGLT2 inhibitors lower risk of HFpEF, new meta-analysis confirms
FDA announces Class I recall of percutaneous thrombolytic device after multiple complaints
Trying to anticipate major AFib events among HCM patients
New data on the link between COVID-19 vaccines and myopericarditis