Increasing the use of intravascular ultrasound when performing lower-extremity revascularization procedures could limit complications and improve patient outcomes, according to new recommendations from several medical societies.

The doctor allegedly targeted some patients more than ten times, treating them again and again with procedures that were not medically necessary. 

A majority of strokes after TAVR occur in the first 48 hours, but patients remain at a significantly higher risk for much longer. 

“The cardiovascular community has lost an inspiring leader and a man whose warmth and generosity profoundly touched all those who knew him," the European Society of Cardiology said in a statement. 

New AFib recommendations from the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association covered significant ground—but there is still much more to learn, experts explained. 

Medical facilities and distributors have been advised to immediately discontinue the use of these devices due to a significant labeling issue.