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PFA ablation safe, effective for treating premature ventricular contractions
Long-term survival after valve-in-valve TAVR similar with self-expanding, balloon-expandable valves
PAD patients have a wide variety of treatment options
AI detects hypertension in voice recordings
Watchdog group, fearful of fraud, wants more oversight for remote patient monitoring
The new cardiac PET radiotracer flurpiridaz F-18 is posed to be a major game changer and will likely lead to increased adoption of cardiac PET.
FDA approves GE HealthCare's flurpiridaz F-18 PET radiotracer for CAD

The newly approved radiotracer is seen as a major step forward for nuclear imaging technology. Specialists have been looking forward to its arrival on the market for quite some time.

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With AFib ablation on the rise, HRS highlights importance of proper EP training

Cardiac ablation techniques and technologies are constantly evolving. Only well-trained specialists should be performing these procedures, the Heart Rhythm Society said in a new policy statement.

A TAVR procedure being performed at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago. These structural heart procedures require a team approach.
Reduced LVEF before TAVR linked to lower long-term survival rate

Heart teams already view reduced LVEF as a potential risk factor, but research into its long-term impact on patient outcomes has been limited. 

The MODULAR ATP study demonstrated a high rate of successful leadless pacemaker implantation with few complications and stable pacing parameters. The system uses the Emblem Subcutaneous Implantable Defibrillator (S-ICD) System and the new Empower Leadless Pacemaker from Boston Scientific.
Completely leadless cardiac rhythm management system impresses

According to new MODULAR ATP data, the leadless system was associated with a high success rate and few complications. Boston Scientific plans on seeking FDA approval in 2025. 

Brittany Nicole Weber, MD, PhD, Brigham and Women's Hospital, explains the growing role of cardio-rheumatology clinics.
The growing role of cardio-rheumatology clinics

Cardio-rheumatology clinics use a heart team-like approach to enhance care for patients with chronic conditions such as lupus, psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis. "It's not just about cardiology," the director of one clinic explains. "We work closely with rheumatologists, dermatologists and even primary care physicians to provide comprehensive care."

A TAVR procedure being performed at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago. These structural heart procedures require a team approach.
TAVR complication rates keep falling, highlighting considerable progress

Complications are also down after SAVR, researchers noted, though the drop has been much more dramatic for TAVR patients. The new analysis was based on Medicare data from more than 210,000 patients.

Banner ASC in Sun City, Arizona.
PAD patients fare better when they have a strong support system

PAD patients with a strong social support system were associated with better outcomes in a new analysis published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery.

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New imaging protocols proposed to curb rise of cardiovascular infections

Eleven medical societies have signed on to a consensus statement aimed at standardizing imaging for suspected cardiovascular infections.

Radiology Business
What does radiology have to do with climate change?

Kate Hanneman, MD, explains why many vendors and hospitals want to lower radiology's impact on the environment. "Taking steps to reduce the carbon footprint in healthcare isn’t just an opportunity," she said. "It’s also a responsibility."

Radiology Business
Philips launches new AI-enabled CT scanner aimed at cardiology at ECR 2024

Philips introduced a new CT system at ECR aimed at the rapidly growing cardiac CT market, incorporating numerous AI features to optimize workflow and image quality.

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