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Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre 3 integrated continuous glucose monitoring (iCGM) system

The new medical device correction only includes a select number of devices. Abbott said they produce inaccurate readings, putting patient health at risk. 

tirzepatide injections Zepbound Eli Lilly

The diabetes drug, sold by Eli Lilly and Company under the brand names Zepbound and Mounjaro, was associated with better outcomes, improved symptoms and more significant weight loss than a placebo.

Echocardiography vs CT for Prediction of Newly Created LVOT Area during TMVR

LVOT obstruction after TMVR remains a significant concern among structural heart cardiologists. Predicting the risk of LVOT obstruction typically requires CT, which comes with certain disadvantages compared to other imaging options.

Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian speaking at the endorsement ceremony for Iranian president this week, with Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Photo courtesy off the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran

Cardiac researcher Masoud Pezeshkian, MBBS, became one of the world's most widely known cardiac surgeons in the world when he officially became Iran's president.

Innovation at work

It’s been two and a half years since Microsoft completed its acquisition of Nuance Communications for a reported $19.7 billion. At the time of the March 2022 transaction, Microsoft said it liked Nuance for its core strengths—AI-powered voice recognition and related software and services—across numerous industries.

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

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."

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.