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Volume 15 - Issue 1 - January, 2004

Successful Placement of a Stent in a Previously Treated Un-Stentable Vessel Segment, Made Possible by the ACS Hi-Torque Wiggle Wire‚Ñ¢: A Case Report
05/04/2012
Case Description. A 66-year-old male presented with angina pectoris. He had a long history of coronary artery disease treated with multiple coronary interventions over an eight-year period. Significant cardiac risk factors included...
Case Description. A 66-year-old male presented with angina pectoris. He had a long history of coronary artery disease treated with multiple coronary interventions over an eight-year period. Significant cardiac risk factors included...
Case Description. A 66-year-old...
05/04/2012
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Multi-Lesion "Culotte" and "Crush" Bifurcation Stenting with Sirolimus-Eluting Stents: Long-Term Angiographic Outcome
08/01/2008
Case Report. A 63-year-old man, an ex-smoker with a history of hypertension and previous myocardial infarction, was admitted with stable angina (Canadian Cardiovascular Society Class 1) for elective percutaneous coronary intervention....
Case Report. A 63-year-old man, an ex-smoker with a history of hypertension and previous myocardial infarction, was admitted with stable angina (Canadian Cardiovascular Society Class 1) for elective percutaneous coronary intervention....
Case Report. A 63-year-old man,...
08/01/2008
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Considerations on Radiation Source Selection and Utilization in Vascular Brachytherapy<br />
08/01/2008
The initial evaluation of radiotherapy in animal models of restenosis focused on the used of 192Iridium ribbons, a commercially available source. After initial animal studies revealed that therapy with this isotope reliably inhibited vascular...
The initial evaluation of radiotherapy in animal models of restenosis focused on the used of 192Iridium ribbons, a commercially available source. After initial animal studies revealed that therapy with this isotope reliably inhibited vascular...
The initial evaluation of...
08/01/2008
Journal of Invasive Cardiology

Feature

Case Report
Treatment of In-Stent Restenosis in a Gastroepiploic Artery Coronary Bypass Graft with Brachytherapy
08/01/2008
Since it was first used in 1984 and reported in 1987,1,2 the right gastroepiploic artery (RGEA) has emerged as an effective third or isolated arterial conduit for complete arterial bypass grafting or for use in cases of limited graft numbers...
Since it was first used in 1984 and reported in 1987,1,2 the right gastroepiploic artery (RGEA) has emerged as an effective third or isolated arterial conduit for complete arterial bypass grafting or for use in cases of limited graft numbers...
Since it was first used in 1984...
08/01/2008
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Case Report
Percutaneous Coronary Artery Stenting of an Anomalous Right <br />
Coronary Artery with High Anterior Takeoff Using Standard Size 7 <br />
08/01/2008
The anomalous right coronary artery (RCA) with high anterior takeoff is an uncommon, yet technically difficult vessel to cannulate, moreover to intervene upon. The high anterior location of the anomalous ostium is often difficult to reach...
The anomalous right coronary artery (RCA) with high anterior takeoff is an uncommon, yet technically difficult vessel to cannulate, moreover to intervene upon. The high anterior location of the anomalous ostium is often difficult to reach...
The anomalous right coronary...
08/01/2008
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Case Report
Anomalous Origin of Left Internal Mammary Artery
08/01/2008
Origin of the internal mammary artery from sites other than the inferior surface of the first part of the subclavian artery is not uncommon. We describe the case of a left internal mammary artery (LIMA) originating from the third part of the...
Origin of the internal mammary artery from sites other than the inferior surface of the first part of the subclavian artery is not uncommon. We describe the case of a left internal mammary artery (LIMA) originating from the third part of the...
Origin of the internal mammary...
08/01/2008
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Case Report
Successful Treatment in a Case of Acute Aortic Dissection Complicated with Acute Myocardial Infarction Due to Occlusion of the L
08/01/2008
Recently, the surgical results of acute aortic dissection (Stanford type A) have improved. However, the treatment of cases complicated with severe organ ischemia, especially myocardial ischemia, is very difficult. When the aortic dissection...
Recently, the surgical results of acute aortic dissection (Stanford type A) have improved. However, the treatment of cases complicated with severe organ ischemia, especially myocardial ischemia, is very difficult. When the aortic dissection...
Recently, the surgical results...
08/01/2008
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Review
Hemostasis in the Era of the Chronic Anticoagulated Patient
08/01/2008
Mechanisms for Hemostasis and Comparative Efficacy The technology to produce poly-N-acetylglucosamine (pGlcNAc) polymer is based on a biomaterial that is derived in a fiber form from aseptic cultures of a marine microalgae diatom. Once...
Mechanisms for Hemostasis and Comparative Efficacy The technology to produce poly-N-acetylglucosamine (pGlcNAc) polymer is based on a biomaterial that is derived in a fiber form from aseptic cultures of a marine microalgae diatom. Once...
Mechanisms for Hemostasis and...
08/01/2008
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
Thrombolytic Therapy for Right Atrial and Pulmonary Embolus
08/01/2008
A 68-year-old male with a history of hypertension presented to the emergency department with acute onset pain and severe swelling of the left lower extremity. Pleuritic chest discomfort was also noted. He had been traveling by automobile from...
A 68-year-old male with a history of hypertension presented to the emergency department with acute onset pain and severe swelling of the left lower extremity. Pleuritic chest discomfort was also noted. He had been traveling by automobile from...
A 68-year-old male with a...
08/01/2008
Journal of Invasive Cardiology

Column

Editorial Message
Editor`s Message - November 2003
08/01/2008
This issue of the Journal of Invasive Cardiology coincides with the Annual Scientific Sessions of the American Heart Association and includes original research articles, case reports, a special review, two CME offerings and articles from the...
This issue of the Journal of Invasive Cardiology coincides with the Annual Scientific Sessions of the American Heart Association and includes original research articles, case reports, a special review, two CME offerings and articles from the...
This issue of the Journal of...
08/01/2008
Journal of Invasive Cardiology

News

AI & Imaging
With Help of AI, CT Scans Taken to Look for Tumors, Bleeding, or Infections, Also Revealed Calcium Buildup in Arteries
01/17/2025
"Instead of relying on dedicated CT scans of coronary arteries, which are rare and not always covered by insurance, to find heart disease, we seek to use AI to help screen abdominal CT scans that are done for many reasons," said study senior...
"Instead of relying on dedicated CT scans of coronary arteries, which are rare and not always covered by insurance, to find heart disease, we seek to use AI to help screen abdominal CT scans that are done for many reasons," said study senior...
"Instead of relying on dedicated...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs)
Cell-Based Therapy Improves Outcomes in Pig Model of Heart Attacks
01/17/2025
"In our current study, at week 4 after ischemia/reperfusion, we observed a significant 35.8 percent decrease in the infarct area in the hearts treated with the KO/OEhiPSC-cardiomyocyte spheroids," said Jianyi "Jay" Zhang, MD, PhD.
"In our current study, at week 4 after ischemia/reperfusion, we observed a significant 35.8 percent decrease in the infarct area in the hearts treated with the KO/OEhiPSC-cardiomyocyte spheroids," said Jianyi "Jay" Zhang, MD, PhD.
"In our current study, at week 4...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
Noise Pollution
Study: Exposure to Aircraft Noise Linked to Worse Heart Function
01/17/2025
The study, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC), looked at detailed heart imaging data from 3,635 people who lived close to four major airports in England.
The study, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC), looked at detailed heart imaging data from 3,635 people who lived close to four major airports in England.
The study, published in...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
HCM Diagnosis
JACC: Women May Be Missing Diagnosis of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Due to Guidelines That Don't Account for Natural Differences in Sex and Body Size
01/17/2025
Women may be missing a diagnosis of a potentially deadly heart condition due to guidelines that don't account for natural differences in sex and body size, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers and funded...
Women may be missing a diagnosis of a potentially deadly heart condition due to guidelines that don't account for natural differences in sex and body size, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers and funded...
Women may be missing a diagnosis...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
Cardiac Rehab
Cost of Initial Cardiac Rehab Session Strongest Predictor of Lower Attendance
01/17/2025
In a national study of over 40,000 people with Medicare and commercial insurance, 81.6% of patients did not have to pay for their initial cardiac rehabilitation session. The medically supervised program lasts up to 36 sessions.
In a national study of over 40,000 people with Medicare and commercial insurance, 81.6% of patients did not have to pay for their initial cardiac rehabilitation session. The medically supervised program lasts up to 36 sessions.
In a national study of over...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion
Sub-Analysis From OPTION Clinical Trial Highlights Consistent Safety and Efficacy Outcomes With the WATCHMAN FLX™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device Post Cardiac Ablation in Both Concomitant and Sequential Procedures
01/17/2025
Boston Scientific News Boston Scientific Corporation announced data supporting the use of the WATCHMAN FLX™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Device during a late-breaking science session at AF Symposium 2025. A prespecified...
Boston Scientific News Boston Scientific Corporation announced data supporting the use of the WATCHMAN FLX™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Device during a late-breaking science session at AF Symposium 2025. A prespecified...
Boston Scientific News Boston...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
Hypertension
Medtronic Announces CMS National Coverage Analysis for Symplicity™ Spyral Renal Denervation System
01/14/2025
The Symplicity Spyral RDN system, approved by the U.S. FDA in November 2023, is an innovative, minimally invasive procedure that delivers radiofrequency energy to nerves near the kidneys that can become overactive and contribute to high blood...
The Symplicity Spyral RDN system, approved by the U.S. FDA in November 2023, is an innovative, minimally invasive procedure that delivers radiofrequency energy to nerves near the kidneys that can become overactive and contribute to high blood...
The Symplicity Spyral RDN...
01/14/2025
Cath Lab Digest
COffee and CV Disease
Morning-Only Coffee Linked With 31% Lower Risk of Dying From Cardiovascular Disease
01/14/2025
In this study, the health benefits of coffee consumption was limited to the morning hours only-from 4 am up to noon.
In this study, the health benefits of coffee consumption was limited to the morning hours only-from 4 am up to noon.
In this study, the health...
01/14/2025
Cath Lab Digest
Ischemic Stroke
Medtronic Expands U.S. Carotid Market Presence With Exclusive Contego Medical Distribution Agreement
01/13/2025
This agreement includes Contego Medical’s portfolio of commercially available products, including the recently FDA approved Neuroguard IEP® System, a unique 3-in-1 carotid stenting system that combines a high-performance stent, post-dilation...
This agreement includes Contego Medical’s portfolio of commercially available products, including the recently FDA approved Neuroguard IEP® System, a unique 3-in-1 carotid stenting system that combines a high-performance stent, post-dilation...
This agreement includes Contego...
01/13/2025
Cath Lab Digest
Intravascular Lithotripsy
FastWave Medical Announces Oversubscribed $19M Fundraise, Accelerating the Future of its IVL Systems for Cardiovascular Calcium Treatment
12/17/2024
FastWave's commitment to providing physicians with highly deliverable IVL catheters that offer durable, 360-degree sonic output has led to the rapid development of a pipeline of IVL systems that hold the potential to positively impact patient...
FastWave's commitment to providing physicians with highly deliverable IVL catheters that offer durable, 360-degree sonic output has led to the rapid development of a pipeline of IVL systems that hold the potential to positively impact patient...
FastWave's commitment to...
12/17/2024
Cath Lab Digest

AI & Imaging
With Help of AI, CT Scans Taken to Look for Tumors, Bleeding, or Infections, Also Revealed Calcium Buildup in Arteries
01/17/2025
"Instead of relying on dedicated CT scans of coronary arteries, which are rare and not always covered by insurance, to find heart disease, we seek to use AI to help screen abdominal CT scans that are done for many reasons," said study senior...
"Instead of relying on dedicated CT scans of coronary arteries, which are rare and not always covered by insurance, to find heart disease, we seek to use AI to help screen abdominal CT scans that are done for many reasons," said study senior...
"Instead of relying on dedicated...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs)
Cell-Based Therapy Improves Outcomes in Pig Model of Heart Attacks
01/17/2025
"In our current study, at week 4 after ischemia/reperfusion, we observed a significant 35.8 percent decrease in the infarct area in the hearts treated with the KO/OEhiPSC-cardiomyocyte spheroids," said Jianyi "Jay" Zhang, MD, PhD.
"In our current study, at week 4 after ischemia/reperfusion, we observed a significant 35.8 percent decrease in the infarct area in the hearts treated with the KO/OEhiPSC-cardiomyocyte spheroids," said Jianyi "Jay" Zhang, MD, PhD.
"In our current study, at week 4...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
Noise Pollution
Study: Exposure to Aircraft Noise Linked to Worse Heart Function
01/17/2025
The study, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC), looked at detailed heart imaging data from 3,635 people who lived close to four major airports in England.
The study, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC), looked at detailed heart imaging data from 3,635 people who lived close to four major airports in England.
The study, published in...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
HCM Diagnosis
JACC: Women May Be Missing Diagnosis of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Due to Guidelines That Don't Account for Natural Differences in Sex and Body Size
01/17/2025
Women may be missing a diagnosis of a potentially deadly heart condition due to guidelines that don't account for natural differences in sex and body size, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers and funded...
Women may be missing a diagnosis of a potentially deadly heart condition due to guidelines that don't account for natural differences in sex and body size, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers and funded...
Women may be missing a diagnosis...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
Cardiac Rehab
Cost of Initial Cardiac Rehab Session Strongest Predictor of Lower Attendance
01/17/2025
In a national study of over 40,000 people with Medicare and commercial insurance, 81.6% of patients did not have to pay for their initial cardiac rehabilitation session. The medically supervised program lasts up to 36 sessions.
In a national study of over 40,000 people with Medicare and commercial insurance, 81.6% of patients did not have to pay for their initial cardiac rehabilitation session. The medically supervised program lasts up to 36 sessions.
In a national study of over...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
Pan Figure
Clinical Videos
Outcomes of a Transapical Edge-To-Edge Repair System in Secondary Mitral Regurgitation
01/17/2025
Video Supplement to "Outcomes of a Transapical Edge-To-Edge Repair System in Secondary Mitral Regurgitation" (Original Contribution).
Video Supplement to "Outcomes of a Transapical Edge-To-Edge Repair System in Secondary Mitral Regurgitation" (Original Contribution).
Video Supplement to "Outcomes of...
01/17/2025
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Original Contribution
Outcomes of a Transapical Edge-To-Edge Repair System in Secondary Mitral Regurgitation
01/17/2025
The authors report the mid-term outcomes following transcatheter edge-to-edge repair using the ValveClamp system from a multi-center database of patients with both atrial and ventricular secondary mitral regurgitation (MR_ and further...
The authors report the mid-term outcomes following transcatheter edge-to-edge repair using the ValveClamp system from a multi-center database of patients with both atrial and ventricular secondary mitral regurgitation (MR_ and further...
The authors report the mid-term...
01/17/2025
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion
Sub-Analysis From OPTION Clinical Trial Highlights Consistent Safety and Efficacy Outcomes With the WATCHMAN FLX™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device Post Cardiac Ablation in Both Concomitant and Sequential Procedures
01/17/2025
Boston Scientific News Boston Scientific Corporation announced data supporting the use of the WATCHMAN FLX™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Device during a late-breaking science session at AF Symposium 2025. A prespecified...
Boston Scientific News Boston Scientific Corporation announced data supporting the use of the WATCHMAN FLX™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Device during a late-breaking science session at AF Symposium 2025. A prespecified...
Boston Scientific News Boston...
01/17/2025
Cath Lab Digest
Zormpas Figure
Clinical Videos
A Fatal Case of Ventricular Septal Rupture Following Inferior ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction
01/16/2025
Video Supplement to "A Fatal Case of Ventricular Septal Rupture Following Inferior ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "A Fatal Case of Ventricular Septal Rupture Following Inferior ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction" (Clinical Image).
Video Supplement to "A Fatal...
01/16/2025
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Clinical Images
A Fatal Case of Ventricular Septal Rupture Following Inferior ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction
01/16/2025
A 70-year-old man presented to the emergency department with chest pain for the past 5 days. His cardiovascular history was unremarkable, except for smoking. Upon arrival, the electrocardiogram demonstrated findings consistent with inferior...
A 70-year-old man presented to the emergency department with chest pain for the past 5 days. His cardiovascular history was unremarkable, except for smoking. Upon arrival, the electrocardiogram demonstrated findings consistent with inferior...
A 70-year-old man presented to...
01/16/2025
Journal of Invasive Cardiology

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