January 2022

How healthy lifestyle choices can limit the risk of CHD 
TAVR is safe and effective among asymptomatic patients, new research confirms
Remote monitoring with ICMs benefits patients with cardiac autonomic dysfunction
Plant-based diets boost cardiovascular health, lower risk of severe COVID-19
Both younger and elderly heart failure patients benefit from TEER
Hospitals seeing more patients with uncontrolled blood pressure
RV dysfunction seen in 22% of critically ill COVID-19 patients
VTE-related readmissions still ocurring months after cancer surgery
Sapien 3 Ultra THV outperforms its predecessor, reducing PVL after TAVR procedures
Dr. Jeremiah Stamler, a pioneer in heart research and ‘the father of preventive cardiology,’ dies
Caffeine, energy drinks and other natural supplements can cause heart damage, cardiologists warn
Obesity more common among patients with type 1 diabetes than ever
4 key takeaways from an updated look at vaccine-related myocarditis in the US
Good news: Survival is up, hospitalization costs are down among older HF patients
12-lead ECG solution helps patients participate in clinical trials from the comfort of home
One of country’s leading hospitals will not perform heart transplant on unvaccinated patient
Endovascular therapy less likely among Black stroke patients
Burnout not impacting cardiologists as much as some other physicians
A fresh look at managing patients with type B aortic dissection
USPSTF makes final ruling on screening asymptomatic adults for AFib
Annual heart failure costs in the US could surpass $70B by 2030
New CPR guidelines prioritize PPE in wake of contagious COVID-19 variants
Holter monitor for low-risk patients gains FDA clearance
Tracking non-primary PCI outcomes among men and women
Performing TAVR and TMVR during the same hospitalization may provide value
Heart failure associated with an increased risk of cancer
FDA announces recall of 95,000 directional atherectomy systems after 55 injuries
Adjusting implantation technique during TAVR reduces risk of permanent pacemakers
Watching too much TV linked to greater risk of cardiovascular issues
'Psychoactive and harmful': World Heart Federation says alcohol is never good for the heart
Echocardiography and lung ultrasound a helpful combination for assessing pneumonia caused by COVID-19
Cardiac dysfunction, arrhythmias common among recovered COVID-19 patients
Oral penicillin a better choice than injections for some patients with rheumatic heart disease
Driving restrictions for some ICD patients may need to change
Rest easy, heart patients—sudden cardiac death rarely happens during sex
Philips pledges to help American Heart Association raise awareness about CIED infections
Heparin shows promise as an effective COVID-19 treatment
Children with COVID-related MIS-C fully recover within months
Q&A: Cardiologist discusses COVID-19 and its impact on patient care
Vitamin D supplements fail to lower risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer or death
Still No. 1: CABG outperforms FFR-PCI when treating CAD
3 months of anticoagulation therapy might be too long for young patients with provoked VTE
Rural heart attack patients started taking longer to seek care when the pandemic began
TPVR with the Melody valve associated with strong 10-year outcomes, helping patients avoid surgery
Cardiac resynchronization therapy boosts care for older HFrEF patients
Even mild COVID-19 cases can result in lingering heart issues
High levels of ‘good’ cholesterol may be bad for men
Meet the RNA molecule that guards against vascular disease
Diabetes, hypertension more common among breast cancer survivors
FDA announces a new recall for extended-release metformin due to contamination
RAAS inhibitors help limit adverse outcomes among CAD patients
Hydra THV associated with promising TAVR outcomes after 1 year
Blood markers associated with brain damage seen in hospitalized COVID-19 patients
FDA announces recall of 2 different steerable guiding sheaths
Cardiology conference goes 100% virtual due to COVID-19 concerns
Patients treated at TIA clinics do not face a higher risk of subsequent stroke
Novocardia announces new partnership with Florida cardiology practice
How taking blood pressure medication can lead to kidney damage
‘A historic, monumental step forward’: Surgeon transplants modified pig heart into a human patient for first time
FDA clears new cardiac mapping solution for treating arrhythmias
Want to live longer and have a healthier heart? Add more olive oil to your diet
1-year outcomes much worse among hospitalized COVID-19 patients with heart damage
Clinical study of robotic-assisted cardiology solution reaches conclusion
LAAC or DOACs? How treatment strategies for AFib impact long-term outcomes
Survival, reintervention rates for TPVR comparable to surgery
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
Heart specialists highlight importance of COVID-19 vaccination as omicron cases skyrocket
Self-expanding TAVR system gains approval for high-risk patients in China
Personal ECG solution approved by NICE for detecting signs of AFib
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
What new research tells us about distal transradial vs. transradial access for coronary procedures
Many cardiac surgery patients do not need opioids when they leave the hospital
Judge dismisses cardiology practice’s $50M lawsuit against St. Louis health system
Among patients with premature ASCVD, women more likely to report poor physical, mental health
Cells work too hard to repair the body after a heart attack, causing issues—researchers think they can help
Recent marijuana use increases risk of serious stroke complication
TAVR and surgery tied to similar 5-year outcomes
No Surprises Act takes effect, leading to a mix of cheers and jeers from heart specialists
Viagra may worsen abdominal aortic aneurysms, new research shows
The 10 best diets for your heart: Mediterranean, Ornish diets tie for the top spot
Heart complication seen for the first time in a young patient after COVID-19 vaccination
Dapagliflozin associated with reduced risk of worsening HF, CV mortality
Marijuana use linked to greater risk for atherosclerotic CVD
Weight loss surgery associated with better COVID-19 outcomes