The sky may be the limit for robotic cardiac surgery in 2026 and beyond.

Badhwar is a longtime STS member and world leader in robotic technologies. In fact, he and his team recently launched a 40-part video series to help teach other clinicians about robotic-assisted cardiac surgery.

STS late-breaking study found BITA and SITA+RA have similar long-term survival, but age plays a role in which to choose.

There is a risk that these catheters will fail to retain their shape during use, causing procedure delays and creating the risk of an adverse outcome. The FDA first warned users about the issue back in August.

Cannabis use has been linked to multiple cardiovascular risks, but less is known about how it may affect patients who undergo major cardiac surgery.

Fogarty created many inventions that fundamentally changed cardiac surgical practice. He also received the Presidential Medal of Technology and Innovation from President Barack Obama in 2014.

The new certification is focused on the importance of high-quality care and real-world patient outcomes. It will be based on the same data care teams already submit if they participate in the STS Adult Cardiac Surgery Database, ACC CathPCI Registry or STS/ACC TVT Registry.

CMS is considering substantial updates to its TAVR policies, including coverage for asymptomatic patients. Some stakeholders are excited, embracing the possibility of expanded indications and fewer restrictions. Others are concerned that the changes would be too much, too soon.

The technology, developed by New Jersey-based Integra LifeSciences, is already approved for several other specialties, including neurosurgery and orthopedic surgery.