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News You Need to Know Today
New CCTA recommendations | Health equity is now a business imperative | Edwards valve makes US debut | Redefining heart attack
Thursday, September 3, 2026
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SCCT shares updated CCTA recommendations

A lot has changed in the world of CCTA since the previous guideline was published back in 2014. This new expert consensus document was developed by an international team of imaging experts.

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 The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) this week released a new expert consensus document on interpretation and reporting of coronary CT angiography (CCTA). The update replaced the 2014 guidance and incorporates advances in scanner technology, image reconstruction, plaque assessment and revised standardized reporting incorporating CAD-RADS 2.0. Image in Philips booth at RSNA 2025, photo by Dave Fornell.
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SCCT shares updated CCTA recommendations

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 The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) this week released a new expert consensus document on interpretation and reporting of coronary CT angiography (CCTA). The update replaced the 2014 guidance and incorporates advances in scanner technology, image reconstruction, plaque assessment and revised standardized reporting incorporating CAD-RADS 2.0. Image in Philips booth at RSNA 2025, photo by Dave Fornell.
A lot has changed in the world of CCTA since the previous guideline was published back in 2014. This new expert consensus document was developed by an international team of imaging experts.
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Why health equity is now a business imperative in cardiology

For health systems under value-based care payment initiatives, there a direct financial incentive to invest in programs that improve access and outcomes among underserved populations. Cardiologist Dipti Itchhaporia, MD, shared her thoughts on this important topic. 

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Former ACC President Dipti Itchhaporia, MD, FACC, an interventional cardiologist, director of cardiovascular innovation , AI and care continuum at Hoag Heart and Vascular Institute, and associate clinical professor at University of California, Irvine, explains why health equity is a clinical and business imperative.
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Why health equity is now a business imperative in cardiology

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Former ACC President Dipti Itchhaporia, MD, FACC, an interventional cardiologist, director of cardiovascular innovation , AI and care continuum at Hoag Heart and Vascular Institute, and associate clinical professor at University of California, Irvine, explains why health equity is a clinical and business imperative.
For health systems under value-based care payment initiatives, there a direct financial incentive to invest in programs that improve access and outcomes among underserved populations. Cardiologist Dipti Itchhaporia, MD, shared her thoughts on this important topic. 
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‘This could be transformative’: Surgeon performs first US implant of heart valve still under FDA review

The size-adjustable pulmonary valve was originally developed by Autus Valve Technologies, which Edwards Lifesciences acquired for $128.9 million. The device was designed to grow with pediatric patients as they age. Clinicians can expand it as necessary with a minimally invasive balloon procedure. 

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Jennifer Romano, MD, MS, a surgeon with at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital
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‘This could be transformative’: Surgeon performs first US implant of heart valve still under FDA review

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Jennifer Romano, MD, MS, a surgeon with at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital
The size-adjustable pulmonary valve was originally developed by Autus Valve Technologies, which Edwards Lifesciences acquired for $128.9 million. The device was designed to grow with pediatric patients as they age. Clinicians can expand it as necessary with a minimally invasive balloon procedure. 
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Experts redefine heart attack to improve care for women, get clinicians on the same page

Representatives from ACC, AHA, ESC and WHF worked together to update the universal definition of myocardial infarction. This includes a new classification system that separates events into three categories: primary MI, secondary MI and procedure-related MI. 

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American Heart Association and Joint Commission launch new Comprehensive Heart Attack Center certification.
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Experts redefine heart attack to improve care for women, get clinicians on the same page

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American Heart Association and Joint Commission launch new Comprehensive Heart Attack Center certification.
Representatives from ACC, AHA, ESC and WHF worked together to update the universal definition of myocardial infarction. This includes a new classification system that separates events into three categories: primary MI, secondary MI and procedure-related MI. 
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Featured Articles

Metformin fails to improve outcomes for heart failure patients

There is no question metformin is an effective medication for patients with type 2 diabetes. When it comes to treating heart failure, however, it falls short.

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Metformin drug for diabetes and prevention. Photo by Dave Fornell
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Metformin fails to improve outcomes for heart failure patients

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Metformin drug for diabetes and prevention. Photo by Dave Fornell
There is no question metformin is an effective medication for patients with type 2 diabetes. When it comes to treating heart failure, however, it falls short.
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Are sex-specific thresholds needed for coronary CT?

The question is further complicated by possibly needing different thresholds for pregnant, premenopausal, and postmenopausal woman.

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Purvi Parwani, MD, MPH, FACC, MBBS, cardiologist and assistant professor of medicine, director of the Women’s Heart Health Clinic, Loma Linda University Health, explains evidence that sex specific cut offs for treatment and risk factors in coronary CT angiography (CCTA) metrics may be needed because women often fall out of range in some risk measures for plaque, FFR-CT and stenosis. #SCCT #YesCCT #womenhearthealth
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Are sex-specific thresholds needed for coronary CT?

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Purvi Parwani, MD, MPH, FACC, MBBS, cardiologist and assistant professor of medicine, director of the Women’s Heart Health Clinic, Loma Linda University Health, explains evidence that sex specific cut offs for treatment and risk factors in coronary CT angiography (CCTA) metrics may be needed because women often fall out of range in some risk measures for plaque, FFR-CT and stenosis. #SCCT #YesCCT #womenhearthealth
The question is further complicated by possibly needing different thresholds for pregnant, premenopausal, and postmenopausal woman.
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Medtronic invests up to $80M in medtech company Pi-Cardia with a potential buyout on the table

Less than a year after investing heavily in Minnesota-based Anteris Technologies, Medtronic has announced a new strategic investment in Pi-Cardia. The TAVR technology at the heart of this investment is Pi-Cardia's FDA-approved ShortCut device. 

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Pi-Cardia ShortCut TAVR device. According to Pi-Cardia, ShortCut is the first medical device of its kind; interventional cardiologists use it to split valve leaflets in patients who have been recommended for valve-in-valve TAVR and face a heightened coronary obstruction risk.
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Medtronic invests up to $80M in medtech company Pi-Cardia with a potential buyout on the table

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Pi-Cardia ShortCut TAVR device. According to Pi-Cardia, ShortCut is the first medical device of its kind; interventional cardiologists use it to split valve leaflets in patients who have been recommended for valve-in-valve TAVR and face a heightened coronary obstruction risk.
Less than a year after investing heavily in Minnesota-based Anteris Technologies, Medtronic has announced a new strategic investment in Pi-Cardia. The TAVR technology at the heart of this investment is Pi-Cardia's FDA-approved ShortCut device. 
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Even cardiologists and other clinicians struggle to manage their own cardiovascular health

Clinicians who dedicate their lives to helping others may not always take care of their own health, according to new data presented at ESC Congress 2026.

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Even cardiologists and other clinicians struggle to manage their own cardiovascular health

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Clinicians who dedicate their lives to helping others may not always take care of their own health, according to new data presented at ESC Congress 2026.
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Catheter-directed thrombolysis significantly improves PE outcomes

New late-breaking data presented at ESC Congress 2026 adds to the growing evidence that more invasive catheter-based pulmonary embolism procedures can improve patient outcomes.

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Deep learning spectral pulmonary embolism (PE) imaging displayed by Canon CT at RSNA.
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Catheter-directed thrombolysis significantly improves PE outcomes

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Deep learning spectral pulmonary embolism (PE) imaging displayed by Canon CT at RSNA.
New late-breaking data presented at ESC Congress 2026 adds to the growing evidence that more invasive catheter-based pulmonary embolism procedures can improve patient outcomes.
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In Case You Missed It

Robotics in electrophysiology: Are we near an inflection point?

Peter Weiss, MD, details the evolution of EP robotics, including the movement toward remote procedures.

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Peter Weiss, MD, director of ventricular arrhythmia Management and Robotics, Banner University of Arizona Medical Center, Phoenix, explains the evolution of electrophysiology (EP) robotics, and the movement toward remote procedures, outpatient procedures in ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) and use of robotic pulsed field ablation (PFA).
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Robotics in electrophysiology: Are we near an inflection point?

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Peter Weiss, MD, director of ventricular arrhythmia Management and Robotics, Banner University of Arizona Medical Center, Phoenix, explains the evolution of electrophysiology (EP) robotics, and the movement toward remote procedures, outpatient procedures in ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) and use of robotic pulsed field ablation (PFA).
Peter Weiss, MD, details the evolution of EP robotics, including the movement toward remote procedures.
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Incidental CT findings help predict TAVR mortality

Incidental lung findings can help identify TAVR patients who may require additional follow-up care after treatment. 

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Incidental CT findings help predict TAVR mortality

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Incidental lung findings can help identify TAVR patients who may require additional follow-up care after treatment. 
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BMI alone is not enough: Abdominal fat plays crucial role when assessing heart disease risk

Waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio both provide substantial value when evaluating a patient's risk of developing heart disease. “It is time to abandon a sole focus on BMI,” as Harlan M. Krumholz, MD, explained. 

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BMI alone is not enough: Abdominal fat plays crucial role when assessing heart disease risk

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Waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio both provide substantial value when evaluating a patient's risk of developing heart disease. “It is time to abandon a sole focus on BMI,” as Harlan M. Krumholz, MD, explained. 
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In Other News

Hackers say McKesson data breach exposed records from tens of millions of patients

The group ShinyHunters has claimed credit for the attack, threatening to leak the data trove if McKesson doesn’t pay $55 million. It claims to have highly sensitive records on patients, including autopsy details. 

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Hackers say McKesson data breach exposed records from tens of millions of patients

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The group ShinyHunters has claimed credit for the attack, threatening to leak the data trove if McKesson doesn’t pay $55 million. It claims to have highly sensitive records on patients, including autopsy details. 
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3 things AHA is asking of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners

The American Hospital Association is urging a multi-industry setter of insurance standards to paint a comprehensive picture of healthcare affordability as it informs state officials about healthcare costs.

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3 things AHA is asking of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners

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The American Hospital Association is urging a multi-industry setter of insurance standards to paint a comprehensive picture of healthcare affordability as it informs state officials about healthcare costs.
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