After months of consideration, CMS has officially signed off on major changes to its TAVR policies. The treatment of asymptomatic patients is now covered by Medicare, for example, and fewer reporting requirements are in place when symptomatic patients undergo treatment.

If a malfunction does occur, Stryker warned, it could impact the device's effectiveness. No adverse events have been reported at this time.

A new study of more than 11,000 patients suggests that darkness is necessary for the heart to function at full strength. “Light pollution has emerged as a new risk factor for cardiovascular disease," one researcher explained. 

The Cardiac PET Alliance said it wants to advance education, research and advocacy surrounding cardiac PET imaging. 

The Emboliner Embolic Protection System held its own in a recent head-to-head comparison with Boston Scientific’s Sentinel Cerebral Protection System. With FDA approval now secured, Emboline hopes to launch the device in the months ahead. 

Questions about menopause, oral contraceptive use and hormone replacement therapy should all be part of the conversation when evaluating a woman's cardiovascular health.

The new ASNC document includes detailed SPECT- and PET-specific protocols, patient preparation recommendations and a fresh look at safety.

The end-to-end platform provides ultrasound imaging courtesy of a 360° catheter that creates real-time 2D and 3D maps of the patient’s heart. It also offers advanced visualization and navigation capabilities.

A majority of TAVR patients also present with a history of heart failure. New research suggests many of them are not being prescribed the medications they need.

These systems do not need to be returned to the manufacturer. However, users are urged to follow specific instructions to avoid any issues.

Having AI that can recognize and report signs of aortic stenosis in noncardiac imaging scans would make a major impact on patient care. 

Researchers tracked several years of data from patients treated with one of nine different devices. They described the reduction in MR as “profound and durable.”

Imaging leaders may need to rethink equipment, protocols and workflows as obesity continues to affect a growing share of the population, according to a new analysis. 

If passed, House Bill 2763 would develop a state-run system to cover the costs of healthcare delivery for every resident of the state. A companion bill is soon to be introduced in the state Senate.