Clinicians have believed for years that menopause was responsible for a dramatic shift in pulse pressure that occurs in women as they age. According to a large new study, however, that change appears to occur years before menopause even begins. 

The team behind this new meta-analysis reviewed data from more than 24,000 patients with a mean age of nearly 65 years old. They identified several benefits to choosing intravascular imaging guidance during PCI over traditional angiography alone.

The issue, brought on by a manufacturing defect, has been linked to two serious injuries. The FDA shared an early alert about the situation as it continues its investigation. 

XCath Robotics has received the FDA's breakthrough device designation for its Iris surgical robotic system. The device is used to perform remote robotic-assisted mechanical thrombectomy on patients with acute ischemic stroke.

Stroke patients should begin their road to recovery as soon as they are medically stable, according to a new ASA/AHA guideline. In fact, starting within the first 48 hours is recommended to maximize the patient’s chance of a full recovery.

The funding, provided over five years, will go toward developing a robot capable of performing advanced endovascular procedures without direct human input.

Young M. Lee, MD, a cerebrovascular surgeon with University Medical Center New Orleans, spoke to Cardiovascular Business about his experience using the newly cleared technology.

Tempus ECG-PH was built to flag patients who may require care for pulmonary hypertension. The company also has FDA-cleared models for detecting signs of atrial fibrillation and a low ejection fraction. 

These findings underscore the importance of making healthy lifestyle decisions at a young age. 

Clinicians may want to take a more proactive approach when managing PAD patients to ensure they minimize the risk of new-onset atrial fibrillation.