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Imaging
First U.S. Patient Randomized to CT-Guided PCI in P4 Research Trial Accelerating Innovation with Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging
09/03/2024
Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation® (MHIF) announced the first enrollments in the Precise Procedural and PCI Plan (P4) Research Trial evaluating the potential for advanced cardiovascular imaging to enhance patient care.
Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation® (MHIF) announced the first enrollments in the Precise Procedural and PCI Plan (P4) Research Trial evaluating the potential for advanced cardiovascular imaging to enhance patient care.
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09/03/2024
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Bioadaptors
ESC Congress 2024: INFINITY-SWEDEHEART Trial of Elixir Medical’s DynamX Bioadaptor Meets Primary Endpoint and Clinical Results Confirm Unique Mechanism of Action
09/03/2024
The INFINITY-SWEDEHEART Randomized Controlled Trial comparing the novel DynamX® Coronary Bioadaptor System with the contemporary Resolute Onyx™ zotarolimus drug-eluting stent (DES) met its primary endpoint of target lesion failure (TLF)...
The INFINITY-SWEDEHEART Randomized Controlled Trial comparing the novel DynamX® Coronary Bioadaptor System with the contemporary Resolute Onyx™ zotarolimus drug-eluting stent (DES) met its primary endpoint of target lesion failure (TLF)...
The INFINITY-SWEDEHEART...
09/03/2024
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SGLT2 Inhibitors
SGLT2 Inhibitor Empagliflozin Is Shown to Be Safe and Effective for Treating Patients Who Have Suffered a Heart Attack
09/03/2024
EMPACT-MI is the first analysis to determine if it is safe with respect to the kidney to initiate SGLT2 inhibitors in patients during or soon after hospitalization for acute MI. The researchers assessed the therapy’s effects on kidney...
EMPACT-MI is the first analysis to determine if it is safe with respect to the kidney to initiate SGLT2 inhibitors in patients during or soon after hospitalization for acute MI. The researchers assessed the therapy’s effects on kidney...
EMPACT-MI is the first analysis...
09/03/2024
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WOMEN & TAVI
RHEIA Trial: First All-Female TAVI Trial Shows Excellent Outcomes for Women Receiving Edwards Valves
09/03/2024
In the evaluation of composite 1-year endpoints, transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) was found to be superior to surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) with 8.9% of TAVI patients experiencing death, stroke or rehospitalization...
In the evaluation of composite 1-year endpoints, transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) was found to be superior to surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) with 8.9% of TAVI patients experiencing death, stroke or rehospitalization...
In the evaluation of composite...
09/03/2024
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Vertex Pulmonary Embolectomy System (Jupiter Endovascular)
Pulmonary Embolism
Jupiter Endovascular Receives FDA Approval for U.S. Pivotal Study of Vertex Pulmonary Embolectomy System Using Endoportal Control
09/03/2024
Jupiter Endovascular, Inc., developing a new class of endovascular procedures using Endoportal Control™ to bring the precision and control of direct surgical access to catheter-based interventions, announced the U.S. FDA has approved its...
Jupiter Endovascular, Inc., developing a new class of endovascular procedures using Endoportal Control™ to bring the precision and control of direct surgical access to catheter-based interventions, announced the U.S. FDA has approved its...
Jupiter Endovascular, Inc.,...
09/03/2024
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Inflammatory Processes
New Insights Into Inflammatory Processes During Occlusion of Heart Vessel 
09/03/2024
Previously unknown cellular processes in the occluded coronary artery that can lead to a heart attack have been revealed. At the same time, natural antibodies have been identified that can limit the damage caused by a heart attack.
Previously unknown cellular processes in the occluded coronary artery that can lead to a heart attack have been revealed. At the same time, natural antibodies have been identified that can limit the damage caused by a heart attack.
Previously unknown cellular...
09/03/2024
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CV Research
Researchers Report Discovery of Novel Mechanism of Cardiac Inflammation
08/30/2024
The borderzone has been a fascinating yet understudied area of the infarcted heart. It is where surviving heart muscle cells attempt to stabilize and even proliferate after being disconnected from their dying neighbor cells. The newly...
The borderzone has been a fascinating yet understudied area of the infarcted heart. It is where surviving heart muscle cells attempt to stabilize and even proliferate after being disconnected from their dying neighbor cells. The newly...
The borderzone has been a...
08/30/2024
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A 3D image of an embryonic mouse heart. Endothelial cells vascularize the heart muscle walls (shown in green). This process establishes the coronary vasculature that nourishes the heart muscle. Credit Max Delbrück Center
Biological Research
New Clues on How the Heart Makes Arteries
08/30/2024
It had been thought that new arteries form their unique characteristics, such as length and diameter, based purely on mechanical cues, such as the velocity of the fluid flowing through them. However, “this study shows that pre-arterial cells...
It had been thought that new arteries form their unique characteristics, such as length and diameter, based purely on mechanical cues, such as the velocity of the fluid flowing through them. However, “this study shows that pre-arterial cells...
It had been thought that new...
08/30/2024
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Clonal hematopoiesis and the expansion of blood cells carrying certain acquired mutations
Atherosclerosis Risk Factors
Mutations Linked to Clonal Hematopoiesis Increase Risk of Affected Individuals Developing Atherosclerosis
08/30/2024
A new study published in Nature Medicine and carried out by researchers at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) resolves a critical debate by establishing clonal hematopoiesis as a new risk factor for atherosclerosis.
A new study published in Nature Medicine and carried out by researchers at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) resolves a critical debate by establishing clonal hematopoiesis as a new risk factor for atherosclerosis.
A new study published in Nature...
08/30/2024
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renin-angiotensin system inhibitors (RASIs)
STOP-or-NOT Trial Tests Whether Renin-Angiotensin System Inhibitors Should Be Stopped Before Non-Cardiac Surgery
08/30/2024
In the STOP-or-NOT trial, discontinuation of a renin-angiotensin system inhibitor (RASI) before non-cardiac surgery resulted in a similar rate of major post-operative complications compared with RASI continuation. 
In the STOP-or-NOT trial, discontinuation of a renin-angiotensin system inhibitor (RASI) before non-cardiac surgery resulted in a similar rate of major post-operative complications compared with RASI continuation. 
In the STOP-or-NOT trial,...
08/30/2024
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SG2 Data Highlights Urgency for Increased Cardiovascular Intervention Resources in U.S. Hospitals
11/14/2024
Sg2 recommends health systems focus on short-term care redesign and long-term investment plans for catheterization labs, care teams, resources and patient beds to match forecasted demand. The paper includes multiple short- and long-term...
Sg2 recommends health systems focus on short-term care redesign and long-term investment plans for catheterization labs, care teams, resources and patient beds to match forecasted demand. The paper includes multiple short- and long-term...
Sg2 recommends health systems...
11/14/2024
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First Aid guidelines
AHA/American Red Cross: Updated First Aid Guidelines Enhance Care for Opioid Overdose, Bleeding, Other Emergencies
11/14/2024
These are the first major comprehensive updates to the first aid guidelines since 2010 and address shifts in how the public manages common and critical first aid emergencies.
These are the first major comprehensive updates to the first aid guidelines since 2010 and address shifts in how the public manages common and critical first aid emergencies.
These are the first major...
11/14/2024
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Thrombectomy
Data Show Patients Treated with Penumbra’s Computer Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy Technology for Pulmonary Embolism Experience Shorter Hospital Stays and Fewer Complications Compared to Other Treatment Options
11/13/2024
Data show patients with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE) treated with Penumbra’s computer assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT™) technology have a shorter length of hospital stay, shorter post-procedure length of stay, and fewer...
Data show patients with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE) treated with Penumbra’s computer assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT™) technology have a shorter length of hospital stay, shorter post-procedure length of stay, and fewer...
Data show patients with...
11/13/2024
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Atherosclerosis
Study Identifies Molecule That Simulates Inflammation-Reducing Effects of Low-Fat Diet
11/13/2024
“We have already seen its effectiveness in multiple models of atherosclerosis,” said Andrei Maiseyeu, associate professor at the Cardiovascular Research Institute and Department of Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve’s School of...
“We have already seen its effectiveness in multiple models of atherosclerosis,” said Andrei Maiseyeu, associate professor at the Cardiovascular Research Institute and Department of Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve’s School of...
“We have already seen its...
11/13/2024
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defibrillation
Researchers Discover Far Less Energy Is Needed Than Currently Used in State-of-the-Art Defibrillation Techniques
11/11/2024
"Existing low-energy defibrillation protocols yield only a moderate reduction in tissue damage and pain," author Roman Grigoriev said. "Our study shows these can be completely eliminated. Conventional protocols require substantial power for...
"Existing low-energy defibrillation protocols yield only a moderate reduction in tissue damage and pain," author Roman Grigoriev said. "Our study shows these can be completely eliminated. Conventional protocols require substantial power for...
"Existing low-energy...
11/11/2024
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Heat & CVD
NEJM: Using a Fan and Wetting the Skin Reduces Risk of Deadly Cardiac Strain in Hot and Humid Weather
11/11/2024
"Older adults, especially those with heart disease, are at greater risk due to the strain that hot temperatures put on the heart. Understanding the impacts of different cooling strategies on the heart is important to help vulnerable people...
"Older adults, especially those with heart disease, are at greater risk due to the strain that hot temperatures put on the heart. Understanding the impacts of different cooling strategies on the heart is important to help vulnerable people...
"Older adults, especially those...
11/11/2024
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Endocarditis
New Catheter-Based Approach for Right-Sided Infective Endocarditis
11/11/2024
In a recent study, over 90% of the participants had their infection cleared, and they had lower in-hospital mortality compared to those whose infections remained.
In a recent study, over 90% of the participants had their infection cleared, and they had lower in-hospital mortality compared to those whose infections remained.
In a recent study, over 90% of...
11/11/2024
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Hearts in space
Artificial 'Mini-Hearts' Take Flight to the International Space Station
11/11/2024
The International Space Station research project will examine microgravity’s effect on heart tissue and is designed to better understand how microgravity affects the function of the human heart.
The International Space Station research project will examine microgravity’s effect on heart tissue and is designed to better understand how microgravity affects the function of the human heart.
The International Space Station...
11/11/2024
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Microvascular Disease
Hourglass-Shaped Stent Could Ease Severe Chest Pain From Microvascular Disease
11/08/2024
The different design is thought to increase back pressure, redistributing blood flow more fully through small vessels in the heart that were not working at capacity.
The different design is thought to increase back pressure, redistributing blood flow more fully through small vessels in the heart that were not working at capacity.
The different design is thought...
11/08/2024
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Peripheral IVL
DISRUPT BTK II: Shockwave Medical Further Validates Utility of Intravascular Lithotripsy in Lower Limb Lesions in Late-Breaking Presentation at VIVA 2024
11/08/2024
DISRUPT BTK II's primary effectiveness endpoint of procedural success, defined as ≤50% residual stenosis for all treated target lesions without serious angiographic complications, was met with a rate of 97.9% at 30 days.
DISRUPT BTK II's primary effectiveness endpoint of procedural success, defined as ≤50% residual stenosis for all treated target lesions without serious angiographic complications, was met with a rate of 97.9% at 30 days.
DISRUPT BTK II's primary...
11/08/2024
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White Paper
SG2 Data Highlights Urgency for Increased Cardiovascular Intervention Resources in U.S. Hospitals
11/14/2024
Sg2 recommends health systems focus on short-term care redesign and long-term investment plans for catheterization labs, care teams, resources and patient beds to match forecasted demand. The paper includes multiple short- and long-term...
Sg2 recommends health systems focus on short-term care redesign and long-term investment plans for catheterization labs, care teams, resources and patient beds to match forecasted demand. The paper includes multiple short- and long-term...
Sg2 recommends health systems...
11/14/2024
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First Aid guidelines
AHA/American Red Cross: Updated First Aid Guidelines Enhance Care for Opioid Overdose, Bleeding, Other Emergencies
11/14/2024
These are the first major comprehensive updates to the first aid guidelines since 2010 and address shifts in how the public manages common and critical first aid emergencies.
These are the first major comprehensive updates to the first aid guidelines since 2010 and address shifts in how the public manages common and critical first aid emergencies.
These are the first major...
11/14/2024
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Thrombectomy
Data Show Patients Treated with Penumbra’s Computer Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy Technology for Pulmonary Embolism Experience Shorter Hospital Stays and Fewer Complications Compared to Other Treatment Options
11/13/2024
Data show patients with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE) treated with Penumbra’s computer assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT™) technology have a shorter length of hospital stay, shorter post-procedure length of stay, and fewer...
Data show patients with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE) treated with Penumbra’s computer assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT™) technology have a shorter length of hospital stay, shorter post-procedure length of stay, and fewer...
Data show patients with...
11/13/2024
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Atherosclerosis
Study Identifies Molecule That Simulates Inflammation-Reducing Effects of Low-Fat Diet
11/13/2024
“We have already seen its effectiveness in multiple models of atherosclerosis,” said Andrei Maiseyeu, associate professor at the Cardiovascular Research Institute and Department of Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve’s School of...
“We have already seen its effectiveness in multiple models of atherosclerosis,” said Andrei Maiseyeu, associate professor at the Cardiovascular Research Institute and Department of Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve’s School of...
“We have already seen its...
11/13/2024
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defibrillation
Researchers Discover Far Less Energy Is Needed Than Currently Used in State-of-the-Art Defibrillation Techniques
11/11/2024
"Existing low-energy defibrillation protocols yield only a moderate reduction in tissue damage and pain," author Roman Grigoriev said. "Our study shows these can be completely eliminated. Conventional protocols require substantial power for...
"Existing low-energy defibrillation protocols yield only a moderate reduction in tissue damage and pain," author Roman Grigoriev said. "Our study shows these can be completely eliminated. Conventional protocols require substantial power for...
"Existing low-energy...
11/11/2024
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Heat & CVD
NEJM: Using a Fan and Wetting the Skin Reduces Risk of Deadly Cardiac Strain in Hot and Humid Weather
11/11/2024
"Older adults, especially those with heart disease, are at greater risk due to the strain that hot temperatures put on the heart. Understanding the impacts of different cooling strategies on the heart is important to help vulnerable people...
"Older adults, especially those with heart disease, are at greater risk due to the strain that hot temperatures put on the heart. Understanding the impacts of different cooling strategies on the heart is important to help vulnerable people...
"Older adults, especially those...
11/11/2024
Cath Lab Digest
Endocarditis
New Catheter-Based Approach for Right-Sided Infective Endocarditis
11/11/2024
In a recent study, over 90% of the participants had their infection cleared, and they had lower in-hospital mortality compared to those whose infections remained.
In a recent study, over 90% of the participants had their infection cleared, and they had lower in-hospital mortality compared to those whose infections remained.
In a recent study, over 90% of...
11/11/2024
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Hearts in space
Artificial 'Mini-Hearts' Take Flight to the International Space Station
11/11/2024
The International Space Station research project will examine microgravity’s effect on heart tissue and is designed to better understand how microgravity affects the function of the human heart.
The International Space Station research project will examine microgravity’s effect on heart tissue and is designed to better understand how microgravity affects the function of the human heart.
The International Space Station...
11/11/2024
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Microvascular Disease
Hourglass-Shaped Stent Could Ease Severe Chest Pain From Microvascular Disease
11/08/2024
The different design is thought to increase back pressure, redistributing blood flow more fully through small vessels in the heart that were not working at capacity.
The different design is thought to increase back pressure, redistributing blood flow more fully through small vessels in the heart that were not working at capacity.
The different design is thought...
11/08/2024
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Peripheral IVL
DISRUPT BTK II: Shockwave Medical Further Validates Utility of Intravascular Lithotripsy in Lower Limb Lesions in Late-Breaking Presentation at VIVA 2024
11/08/2024
DISRUPT BTK II's primary effectiveness endpoint of procedural success, defined as ≤50% residual stenosis for all treated target lesions without serious angiographic complications, was met with a rate of 97.9% at 30 days.
DISRUPT BTK II's primary effectiveness endpoint of procedural success, defined as ≤50% residual stenosis for all treated target lesions without serious angiographic complications, was met with a rate of 97.9% at 30 days.
DISRUPT BTK II's primary...
11/08/2024
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