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News You Need to Know Today
Expanding access to cardiac PET | J&J's new IVL catheter | AI flags patients at risk of decline | Transplant rejection warnings
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Incoming ASNC president wants to expand access to cardiac PET

ASNC focuses on selecting the appropriate examination for each patient rather than treating one modality as universally preferable. At the same time, cardiac PET has been linked to key benefits that could improve patient care if only more clinicians could use it. ASNC's next president, Andrew Einstein, MD, PhD, discussed this and more in a new interview.

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Andrew Einstein, MD, PhD, FACC, MASNC, MSCCT, FSCMR, incoming 2027 president of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC), professor of medicine in radiology, and director of nuclear cardiology, cardiac CT and cardiac MRI at Columbia University Irving Medical Center/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, shares ASNC's goals in 2027. #CVnuc #ThinkPET
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Incoming ASNC president wants to expand access to cardiac PET

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Andrew Einstein, MD, PhD, FACC, MASNC, MSCCT, FSCMR, incoming 2027 president of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC), professor of medicine in radiology, and director of nuclear cardiology, cardiac CT and cardiac MRI at Columbia University Irving Medical Center/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, shares ASNC's goals in 2027. #CVnuc #ThinkPET
ASNC focuses on selecting the appropriate examination for each patient rather than treating one modality as universally preferable. At the same time, cardiac PET has been linked to key benefits that could improve patient care if only more clinicians could use it. ASNC's next president, Andrew Einstein, MD, PhD, discussed this and more in a new interview.
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Johnson & Johnson launches new coronary IVL catheter that cuts treatment times in half

The Shockwave C2 Aero Fly Coronary IVL Catheter from Johnson & Johnson MedTech is now available. In addition, the company announced, the next-generation device will be featured in its booth at TCT 2026. 

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Johnson & Johnson launches new coronary IVL catheter that cuts treatment times in half

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The Shockwave C2 Aero Fly Coronary IVL Catheter from Johnson & Johnson MedTech is now available. In addition, the company announced, the next-generation device will be featured in its booth at TCT 2026. 
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AI flags heart failure patients at risk of functional decline

“Instead of asking only whether a patient will survive, we need to ask whether they will be able to maintain the life they value after discharge,” one researcher explained.

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AI flags heart failure patients at risk of functional decline

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“Instead of asking only whether a patient will survive, we need to ask whether they will be able to maintain the life they value after discharge,” one researcher explained.
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AI-powered ECG assessments may improve heart transplant rejection warnings

Researchers said they plan on testing the AI model in additional patients at several transplant centers.

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AI-powered ECG assessments may improve heart transplant rejection warnings

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Researchers said they plan on testing the AI model in additional patients at several transplant centers.
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Medtronic gains CE mark for next-gen portfolio of conduction system pacemakers

These pacemakers were built with conduction system pacing in mind, giving clinicians several new tools for the management of heart patients. 

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Medtronic gains CE mark for next-gen portfolio of conduction system pacemakers

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These pacemakers were built with conduction system pacing in mind, giving clinicians several new tools for the management of heart patients. 
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Featured Articles

Coronary plaque imaging keeps improving thanks to advanced AI, photon-counting CT

AI has made a significant impact on the way clinicians use CCTA. For example, what were once time-consuming manual measurements are now performed automatically in the blink of an eye. 

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Jonathon Leipsic, MD, MSCCT, FRCPC, chairman of radiology, and a professor of radiology and cardiology, University of British Columbia, Canada, explains some of the key technical developments in coronary CT angiogram (CCTA) plaque imaging, which has seeing rapid adoption. #SCCT #TCT #YesCCT
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Coronary plaque imaging keeps improving thanks to advanced AI, photon-counting CT

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Jonathon Leipsic, MD, MSCCT, FRCPC, chairman of radiology, and a professor of radiology and cardiology, University of British Columbia, Canada, explains some of the key technical developments in coronary CT angiogram (CCTA) plaque imaging, which has seeing rapid adoption. #SCCT #TCT #YesCCT
AI has made a significant impact on the way clinicians use CCTA. For example, what were once time-consuming manual measurements are now performed automatically in the blink of an eye. 
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Abbott updates heart device instructions to highlight safety risk

The instructions for Abbott's Amplatzer Amulet Left Atrial Appendage Occluder now include more details about minimizing the risk of pulmonary artery injury. This a Class II recall, but no devices need to be returned.

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Abbott updates heart device instructions to highlight safety risk

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The instructions for Abbott's Amplatzer Amulet Left Atrial Appendage Occluder now include more details about minimizing the risk of pulmonary artery injury. This a Class II recall, but no devices need to be returned.
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‘Some activity is better than none’: Cardiologists should urge all heart patients to exercise

The American College of Cardiology is pointing to the importance of prescribing exercise to heart patients. "Small increases in physical activity can produce meaningful benefits, particularly for those who are currently inactive," one expert explained. 

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‘Some activity is better than none’: Cardiologists should urge all heart patients to exercise

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The American College of Cardiology is pointing to the importance of prescribing exercise to heart patients. "Small increases in physical activity can produce meaningful benefits, particularly for those who are currently inactive," one expert explained. 
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FDA clears AFib detection feature on advanced pulse oximetry system

California-based Masimo received the clearance just a few months after being acquired by Danaher Corporation in a deal worth approximately $9.9 billion.

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Masimo, a California-based medtech company, has secured U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for its smartSET pulse oximetry platform to identify signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib) and deliver alerts to its Radius Vital Signs Monitor. The newly cleared feature continuously evaluates a patient’s pulse waveform data, flagging clinicians when additional follow-up care may be necessary.
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FDA clears AFib detection feature on advanced pulse oximetry system

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Masimo, a California-based medtech company, has secured U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for its smartSET pulse oximetry platform to identify signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib) and deliver alerts to its Radius Vital Signs Monitor. The newly cleared feature continuously evaluates a patient’s pulse waveform data, flagging clinicians when additional follow-up care may be necessary.
California-based Masimo received the clearance just a few months after being acquired by Danaher Corporation in a deal worth approximately $9.9 billion.
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SCAI seeks feedback on cath lab radiation safety

Survey data will be used in advocacy efforts with employers and policymakers to advance key safety initiatives.

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Cath Lab X-ray radiation warning sign above the door at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Photo by Dave Fornell
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SCAI seeks feedback on cath lab radiation safety

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Cath Lab X-ray radiation warning sign above the door at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Photo by Dave Fornell
Survey data will be used in advocacy efforts with employers and policymakers to advance key safety initiatives.
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In Case You Missed It

Should patients on semaglutide increase their dose or try tirzepatide? A real-world look at cardiovascular outcomes

A new analysis found that one approach may outperform the other when it comes to minimizing the patient's risk of major cardiovascular events.

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Should patients on semaglutide increase their dose or try tirzepatide? A real-world look at cardiovascular outcomes

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A new analysis found that one approach may outperform the other when it comes to minimizing the patient's risk of major cardiovascular events.
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Rural cardiology practices struggle to fill vacancies

A new survey put a spotlight on the staffing issues rural cardiology practices and health systems face on a daily basis. 

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Rural America is facing a rising physician staffing shortage. About 60% of respondents said losing local cardiology access would have significant consequences, and 40% said patients already have a significant unmet need for cardiac care. Family medicine capacity was the biggest insufficient area, where staffing levels were fragile according to 68% of respondents. Other areas of concern were internal medicine (76%), general surgery (61%) and OB/GYN (61%), according to a 2026 MGMA survey.
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Rural cardiology practices struggle to fill vacancies

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Rural America is facing a rising physician staffing shortage. About 60% of respondents said losing local cardiology access would have significant consequences, and 40% said patients already have a significant unmet need for cardiac care. Family medicine capacity was the biggest insufficient area, where staffing levels were fragile according to 68% of respondents. Other areas of concern were internal medicine (76%), general surgery (61%) and OB/GYN (61%), according to a 2026 MGMA survey.
A new survey put a spotlight on the staffing issues rural cardiology practices and health systems face on a daily basis. 
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FDA clears video endoscope for select minimally invasive cardiac surgeries

The newly cleared system can now assist clinicians during mitral valve repair, tricuspid valve repair, LAAO and other advanced cardiac procedures. 

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Karl Storz Tipcam1 Rubina video endoscope for use in selected cardiac surgical procedures.
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FDA clears video endoscope for select minimally invasive cardiac surgeries

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Karl Storz Tipcam1 Rubina video endoscope for use in selected cardiac surgical procedures.
The newly cleared system can now assist clinicians during mitral valve repair, tricuspid valve repair, LAAO and other advanced cardiac procedures. 
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In Other News

Nearly all breast cancer survivors would recommend contrast-enhanced mammography

In recent years, the exam has emerged as a promising alternative to digital mammography, which has limited sensitivity in post-op patients. 

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Nearly all breast cancer survivors would recommend contrast-enhanced mammography

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In recent years, the exam has emerged as a promising alternative to digital mammography, which has limited sensitivity in post-op patients. 
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Doximity, OpenEvidence settle lawsuits over development of healthcare AI chatbot

The lawsuits, filed by both sides, were complicated, involving claims of corporate espionage and defamation. The dispute has now been resolved with prejudice, though terms were not disclosed to the public. 

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Doximity, OpenEvidence settle lawsuits over development of healthcare AI chatbot

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The lawsuits, filed by both sides, were complicated, involving claims of corporate espionage and defamation. The dispute has now been resolved with prejudice, though terms were not disclosed to the public. 
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