April 2017

Boston Scientific posts revenue, earnings growth in 1Q ()
Companies launch first generic versions of Merck’s cholesterol-lowering medication ()
Partners HealthCare System settles for $10 million to resolve fraud allegations ()
AHA releases statement on how biomarker testing could help diagnose, treat heart failure ()
USPSTF recommends screening for preeclampsia in pregnant women ()
St. Louis hospital begins using TAVR for lower-risk patients ()
CardioNet agrees to $2.5 million fine, corrective action plan to settle HIPAA allegations ()
Research links energy drinks to abnormal heart activity, high blood pressure ()
Octoberfest study suggests association between acute alcohol consumption and cardiac arrhythmias ()
Jury awards ex-Cardiovascular Systems employee $25.1 million in whistleblower lawsuit ()
Crossroad for Cath Labs: Outsourcing Is Moving In ()
Researchers find reducing inflammation can help treat venous thromboembolism ()
Central obesity may increase mortality risk from cardiovascular disease ()
Risk score may help predict mortality in cardiogenic shock patients ()
First patient enrolls in phase 3 heart failure study ()
WomenHeart awards honor work with those in at-risk communities ()
Fewer adults with hypertension unaware of their condition ()
ACC launches cardiovascular disease prevention program in Saudi Arabia ()
FDA approves once-a-month dosing option for cardiovascular medication ()
Mortality risk associated with infective endocarditis decreases in New York, California ()
Adults with acute coronary syndrome in registry differ from those in clinical trial ()
CVIS Across the Enterprise: Transforming Reporting & Image Access at Northwestern ()
Cardiologist’s teenage son creates coding system that could save lives following MIs ()
Dyads & Data, Better Together: Talk Data to Strengthen Your Leadership Team ()
House Calls: Navigating the Slippery Slope Between Hospital & Home ()
Researchers call for better surveillance systems to track stroke incidence over time ()
Pacemaker Predicaments: Reining in Implantation Rates in Low-risk TAVR ()
A Question of Incentive: Will Bundles Give Cardiac Rehab a Boost? ()
Biking to work may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, cardiovascular mortality ()
Pathways for Quality Care: Echocardiographers Ponder a Playbook for Imaging in Myocardial Infarction ()
Cardiologist treats first patient in study evaluating orbital atherectomy system ()
Maryland hospitals file court petitions to overturn cardiac surgery program approval ()
What you missed on the first day of NC Today 2017 ()
Terrebonne General Medical Center Installs First Toshiba Medical Infinix-i Sky + ()
MyoKardia appoints physician, executive David Meeker to board of directors ()
Global Lecture Series to Highlight Challenges of Healthcare Reform, Pediatric Cardiology, Future of Interventional Cardiology ()
Adopting USPSTF instead of ACC/AHA guidelines may lead to fewer adults receiving statins ()
Artificial sweeteners may increase the risk of stroke, dementia ()
Woman, just 20 years old, didn't realize she was having a stroke ()
FDA approves wearable ECG sensor ()
FDA designates Medtronic’s recall of HVAD system controllers, DC adapters as class I recall ()
Medicare program doesn’t accurately calibrate heart attack mortality rates ()
AATS releases guidelines on concomitant surgical ablation in AFib patients ()
Hospitals using surgical safety checklists have 22 percent lower 30-day mortality rates ()
Godley, pioneering cardiologist in Louisiana, dies at 88 ()
Most Medicare beneficiaries do not adhere to high-intensity statin prescriptions following MI ()
Tool that designs personalized workouts for individuals could reduce heart disease ()
Boston Scientific Initiates Global Study To Assess Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Therapy In Patients With Diabetes Who Have Previously Experienced A Heart Attack ()
Biotronik releases smallest MR-conditional tachycardia lead in U.S. ()
Adults with syncope may have increased risk of occupational accidents, job termination ()
AATS provides updated guidelines for managing ischemic mitral regurgitation ()
Cardiovascular Systems voluntarily recalls saline infusion pumps ()
Research finds azithromycin not linked to arrhythmias ()
Multidisciplinary, team approach benefits TAVR patients ()
Florida medical center begins using minimally invasive heart pump in cardiac surgeries ()
Researchers clarify how zinc levels effect cardiac function ()
Cardinal Health agrees to acquire Medtronic’s medical supplies business for $6.1 billion ()
Judge finds Virginia cardiologist not guilty of misdemeanor assault and battery charge ()
Beta-blocker use during pregnancy may not increase risk of fetal congenital cardiac anomalies ()
Researchers find simpler way to link atherosclerosis to heart disease ()
American Health Council selects cardiothoracic anesthesiologist for physician board ()
Menopausal hot flashes linked to increased heart disease risk ()
Deerfield Management provides Endologix with up to $170 million in funding ()
Cardiology pioneer dies, leaves legacy ()
Pregnant women with congenital heart disease may have higher risk of poor outcomes during delivery ()
Vitamin B could protect against air pollution-induced heart disease ()
Cardiologist in Cleveland receives NIH’s outstanding investigator award ()
Unemployment, job loss may increase risk of stroke mortality, morbidity ()
Study finds aspirin might not improve peripheral vascular disease ()
Traffic-related air pollution may lower HDL cholesterol, increase cardiovascular disease risk ()
FDA sends warning letter to Abbott regarding issues at California facility ()
When a city hosts a marathon, it sees an increase in heart attacks among residents ()
Janssen, PeptiDream to collaborate to develop cardiovascular medications ()
Mexican-Americans receive fewer post-stroke rehab services ()
Patients with low health literacy may be less aware of their atrial fibrillation diagnosis ()
Most patients with cardiovascular disease do not see a provider before having a STEMI ()
Florida hospital becomes first in region to offer world’s smallest pacemaker ()
Endotronix hires three to join its management team ()
Trends in U.S. malpractice claims significantly change from 1992 to 2014 ()
Dubai hospitals utilize AHA’s cardiovascular improvement program ()
Restrictions on trans-fatty acids associated with fewer hospitalizations ()
Physically active adults may be more likely to survive after an MI ()
PinnacleHealth to test efficacy of stroke reduction TAVR tool ()
Vascular risk factors at midlife may help predict Alzheimer's ()
Americans’ heart health has improved over the years—but will it last? ()
Charity gala in West Virginia raises more than $30,000 for cardiac care ()
Wrist-worn activity trackers measure heart rates better at rest than during exercise ()
LVAD, medications can fully restore function in heart failure patients ()
Obese Hispanic teens face greater hypertension risk than other racial groups ()
AHA, nonprofit offer two $1.5 million grants for cardiovascular extracellular matrix research ()
Ischemic stroke hospitalizations among younger adults increased 30% or more in recent years ()
Terumo Cardiovascular names Robert DeRyke as CEO, president ()
78% of cardiothoracic surgeons perform TAVR procedures as part of team ()
Minnesota health system begins using paperclip-sized heart monitor ()
Kansas hospital welcomes cardiology team ()
Adults with cardiovascular disease or risk factors often don’t get cholesterol checked ()
Zio by iRhythm Gains Further Recognition as Key Diagnostic Cardiac Monitoring System by US and UK Health Organizations ()
Advanced heart failure patients have superior outcomes with HeartMate 3 device ()
Taller, overweight women could be at increased risk for AFib ()
FDA grants breakthrough designation to hypercholesterolemia medication ()
Tumor necrosis influences blood pressure, arterial constriction ()
For those with heart disease, losing, gaining weight too quickly could be harmful ()
Artificial intelligence increases adherence to anticoagulation therapy ()
Eating more veggies can lower blood pressure ()
Multivitamin use does not decrease cardiovascular disease risk in male physicians ()
Abbott restricts use of Absorb BVS in Europe ()
Researchers pinpoint how cells get damaged during cardiac surgeries ()
Cardinal Health may purchase Medtronic’s medical supplies business for $6 billion ()
People with normal BMIs may still be at risk of cardiovascular disease ()
Cardiologist loses 80 pounds sticking to plant-based diet ()
Missouri heart failure clinic recognized for best practices ()
CMS, legislative proposals aim to increase use of cardiac rehabilitation programs ()
Protein shown to improve cardiac function could be used for heart failure drugs ()
Large amount of vitamin D may not decrease risk of cardiovascular disease ()
Growth Opportunities in the Global Structural Heart Device Market ()
Survey finds many Americans afraid to perform CPR ()
FDA grants 510(k) clearance to strips that measure HDL cholesterol ()
West Virginia heart surgeon reinvents approach to aortic valve repairs with new device ()
InfoBionic hires Stuart Long as CEO ()
Transparency helps reduce inappropriate PCI rates ()
Researchers will use stem cell therapy to grow heart muscle in new study ()
Study will examine efficacy of quality initiative for atrial fibrillation patients ()
Extreme heat, physical exertion may increase MI risk in healthy firefighters ()
Veterans with heart disease, depression have trouble affording healthcare ()
PCI operators have significant variability in risk-standardized mortality rates ()
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia successfully performs second fetal heart surgery ()
Study: Improved access to preventative care can reduce heart attacks, strokes ()
Subclinical hypothyroidism associated with adverse cardiac outcomes ()
Trust in medicine may improve adherence to blood pressure meds ()
Strong patient-provider communication could improve outcomes, medication adherence ()
Gene mutation could help develop drug to reduce heart attacks ()
Online metabolic syndrome severity calculator may predict coronary heart disease ()