April 2018

Global longitudinal strain: A new gold standard for assessing heart failure? ()
Drug-related endocarditis leads to ethical dilemma for doctors ()
The 5 behaviors that could cut CVD-related mortality by 82% ()
AHA: Nutrition education for med students often overlooked ()
Delayed discharge after TAVR linked to higher mortality ()
International registry shows progress for chronic total occlusion PCI ()
Real-world MitraClip data show positive 1-year outcomes ()
Chill factor: Cardiac-related admissions, mortality increase in the winter months ()
Less is more? Double antithrombotic therapy sufficient for AFib patients after PCI ()
American Airlines sued after passenger dies after in-flight pulmonary embolism ()
3D printing could help prevent paravalvular leak in TAVR patients ()
Real-World Study Shows INVOKANA® (canagliflozin) 300mg Demonstrates Better Blood Glucose Control Than Farxiga® (dapagliflozin) 10mg in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes ()
Prediabetes, hypertension combo increases risk of cardiovascular disease ()
CULPRIT-SHOCK confirmed: Another study supports culprit-only PCI ()
Researchers develop first tool to predict readmission rates after TAVR ()
Two-Year Feasibility Study Results Encouraging with Medtronic Harmony(TM) Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve ()
Japanese study: Advanced life support boosted when physicians are involved ()
Delaying SAVR at least 3 months after stroke dramatically cuts recurrent events ()
Patients with 'white-coat syndrome' 79% more likely to die of hypertension ()
TMVR linked to high early mortality, persistent improvement among survivors ()
Exercise interventions for PAD may require personal support ()
Researchers propose tweak to pulse oximetry testing for CHD ()
Obese patients 40% more likely to develop new-onset AFib ()
CMS proposal requires hospitals to post prices online ()
6% of children have new or worsening hypertension under updated guidelines ()
Mindfulness may positively impact cardiovascular health ()
Imaging agents highlight bacterial infections, may curb ICD complications ()
How to mentor millennials in medicine ()
CytoSorbents Enrolls First Patient into Pivotal U.S. REFRESH 2-AKI Trial Using CytoSorb® During Complex Cardiac Surgery ()
Metabolically healthy obesity often a ‘transient state’ on slide to CVD ()
MRI can predict cognitive functioning after cardiac arrest ()
Menopause-related mitochondrial dysfunction ups CVD risk in older women ()
Nicorandil protects older patients from myocardial injury after PCI ()
Medtronic DCB approved to treat longer lesions ()
Keeping up with telehealth: Do docs receive enough training? ()
Nearly half of on-duty firefighter deaths are cardiac ()
Slow walking speed signals future hospitalizations for heart patients ()
Mitochondrial antioxidant may reverse vascular aging ()
Firmware upgrade fixes battery, cybersecurity issues with Abbott’s ICDs, CRT-Ds ()
56% of readmissions after PCI attributed to noncardiac causes ()
Survey: Cardiologists’ pay increases, ranks No. 3 among specialties ()
Compliance with FDA’s sodium goals could save $41B, prevent 450K cases of CVD ()
It’s not too late: Exercise after heart attack cuts mortality risk ()
Hybrid revascularization comparable to CABG for treating multivessel CAD ()
Psychosocial risk factors may impact weight management in children ()
The eyes have it? Retinal images in children may show later risk of cardiovascular disease ()
Researchers: 'The more you smoke, the more you stroke' ()
Are fathers included in the obesity interventions of their children? ()
Interfacility transfers for stroke are increasing—maybe too much, researchers say ()
Restructuring care delivery can improve access, streamline workflow ()
Blood pressure meds linked to higher pancreatic cancer risk in postmenopausal women ()
Health system combats diabetes with ‘Farmacy’ that dispenses healthy food ()
The best part of waking up? Coffee may protect against AFib ()
ACP provides steps to achieve gender equity in physician pay, career advancement ()
CHD patients have 8 times the risk of hemorrhagic stroke at young age ()
Urine test reveals whether patients are actually taking their CV medication ()
JACC study: Some heart transplant centers likely to ‘game the waitlist’ ()
Women less likely to receive recommended doses of statin following MI ()
Viva la France: TAVR procedures soar, mortality rates dip between 2007-2015 in nationwide survey ()
Losing excess weight in childhood decreases diabetes risk ()
Extreme levels of HDL associated with increased risk of infectious disease ()
Researchers want bundled payments to ‘measure what matters to patients’ ()
CMS finalizes decision to cover MRIs for those with ICDs ()
Extreme cold increases mortality, morbidity for those with cardiovascular diseases ()
Physician burnout factors may differ by career stage ()
Exercise is an effective defense for those with genetic risk of CVD ()
Southern US remains 25 years behind most heart-healthy states in CVD impact ()
Texas nurse charged with murder, accused of causing embolisms in 7 patients ()
How to reduce spending with telehealth: Is it ‘too convenient’? ()
INVOKANA® (canagliflozin) Demonstrated Significant Renal Protective Benefits in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Chronic Kidney Disease ()
Insurance plans denied coverage for almost 80K claims for cholesterol-lowering drugs ()
More employers are engaging in weight loss programs to increase productivity ()
Elevated pre-pregnancy blood pressure may increase risk for miscarriage ()
Women, minorities less likely to receive cardiac rehab referrals ()
Severity of menopausal symptoms correlated to vascular complications, aging ()
Wildfire smoke may cause spike in CVD events ()
Biochemist: Omega-3 fatty acids may reduce CVD risk—but loosely regulated supplements muddy the picture ()
NHS England chooses 3D imaging software for innovation initiative ()
Researchers: Online ICD message board littered with inaccuracies ()
Coronary revascularization in Michigan more accessible, equally effective after Medicaid expansion ()
Cleveland Clinic receives $2.5M grant to research deep brain stimulation in stroke patients ()
Severe mitral stenosis tied to worse outcomes post-TAVR ()
Informal caregiving costs for CVD in US projected to skyrocket to $128B by 2035 ()
Cardiva Medical® Announces FDA Approval of VASCADE® Vascular Closure System for Use in Femoral Vein Closure ()
Novel cardiac MRI technique quicker, more comfortable for patients ()
Timing of follow-up visits after heart failure doesn’t improve medication adherence ()
Medtronic Announces Renal Denervation Pivotal Trial for the Treatment of Hypertension ()
People prefer teas, pills—not exercise—as treatments for blood pressure ()
CVD patients with depression have increased expenditures, negative self-perception of health ()
ZIP code a factor in prevalence of obesity ()
Low-income families experience heavy financial burdens for CVD treatment ()
Cardiologist argues for combination therapy for stroke, heart attack—but is anyone listening? ()
CDC: Noisy workplaces linked to blood pressure, increased cholesterol ()
Facebook wanted hospitals, ACC to share patient data ()
Amsterdam's healthy-weight program cuts number of overweight, obese children by 12% ()
Baby boomers have reduced their risk factors for CVD ()
High meat protein diets increase CVD risk by 60% ()
Expert Coding Advice: Dr. Z on Advanced Cardiovascular Procedures, Including Impella and Heart Assist Devices ()
TAVR better, cheaper than SAVR for patients with COPD ()
Steep drops in wealth tied to 50% increase in death risk ()
Money-back guarantees fail to boost cost-effectiveness of PCSK9 inhibitors ()
FDA approves septal occluder for PFO closure to prevent recurrent stroke ()
Genetic testing to inform antiplatelet choice reduces adverse events post-PCI ()
Outcome Health, WomenHeart partner to bring CV info to minorities ()
Abiomed adds optical sensor, SmartAssist technology to FDA approval for Impella CP ()
New study finds no link between heart failure, cancer ()
GE Healthcare selling software units for $1.05B ()
Researchers: Infective endocarditis linked to IV drug use ‘a growing healthcare crisis’ ()
AFib ablation strategies for ‘normal’ hearts also work for CHD survivors ()
International study IDs 22 new genetic risk factors for stroke ()
Mothers of infants with heart defects may have higher risk of CVD later in life ()
Ablation procedure burns away puppy’s heart arrhythmia ()
Report: Non-clinical factors most important in patients’ physician ratings ()