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January's 10 biggest stories: Multiple recalls | Kidney damage from BP meds | CABG vs. FFR-PCI
Monday, January 31, 2022
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The Month in Review

FDA announces a new recall for extended-release metformin due to contamination

The FDA first announced the detection of high levels of NDMA, a contaminant associated with cancer, in extended-release metformin products back in May 2020. 

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FDA announces a new recall for extended-release metformin due to contamination

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The FDA first announced the detection of high levels of NDMA, a contaminant associated with cancer, in extended-release metformin products back in May 2020. 
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How taking blood pressure medication can lead to kidney damage

The study's authors noted that patients should keep taking their medications as normal. However, they see a definite need for more research in this area.

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Kidney image. About 80% of chronic kidney disease patients actually die from cardiovascular complications. Although the link between these diseases is well established, the actual biological mechanism involved has not been fully understood. But researchers at Temple University recently uncovered a key piece to this connection, where chronic kidney disease and high-fat diets combine to trigger blood vessel inflammation. Their findings are published online in Redox Biology.[1]
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How taking blood pressure medication can lead to kidney damage

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Kidney image. About 80% of chronic kidney disease patients actually die from cardiovascular complications. Although the link between these diseases is well established, the actual biological mechanism involved has not been fully understood. But researchers at Temple University recently uncovered a key piece to this connection, where chronic kidney disease and high-fat diets combine to trigger blood vessel inflammation. Their findings are published online in Redox Biology.[1]
The study's authors noted that patients should keep taking their medications as normal. However, they see a definite need for more research in this area.
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Even mild COVID-19 cases can result in lingering heart issues

The study included more than 400 patients with a history of mild or moderate COVID-19. 

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Even patients who were never hospitalized for COVID-19 face a heightened risk of cardiovascular issues. #longcovid
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Even mild COVID-19 cases can result in lingering heart issues

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Even patients who were never hospitalized for COVID-19 face a heightened risk of cardiovascular issues. #longcovid
The study included more than 400 patients with a history of mild or moderate COVID-19. 
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FDA announces recall of 95,000 directional atherectomy systems after 55 injuries

Significant issues have been reported with the catheter’s guidewire.

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FDA announces recall of 95,000 directional atherectomy systems after 55 injuries

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Significant issues have been reported with the catheter’s guidewire.
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No Surprises Act takes effect, leading to a mix of cheers and jeers from heart specialists

Many healthcare groups remain concerned about the law's potential long-term impact on providers and patients alike. 

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No Surprises Act takes effect, leading to a mix of cheers and jeers from heart specialists

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Many healthcare groups remain concerned about the law's potential long-term impact on providers and patients alike. 
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Caffeine, energy drinks and other natural supplements can cause heart damage, cardiologists warn

Abusing these supplements, a practice often seen in athletics, can lead to significant health issues. 

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Caffeine, energy drinks and other natural supplements can cause heart damage, cardiologists warn

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Abusing these supplements, a practice often seen in athletics, can lead to significant health issues. 
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The 10 best diets for your heart: Mediterranean, Ornish diets tie for the top spot

A total of 40 different diets were included in the evaluation.

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The 10 best diets for your heart: Mediterranean, Ornish diets tie for the top spot

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A total of 40 different diets were included in the evaluation.
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Heart complication seen for the first time in a young patient after COVID-19 vaccination

Researchers detailed the case in Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging.

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Heart complication seen for the first time in a young patient after COVID-19 vaccination

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Researchers detailed the case in Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging.
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FDA announces recall of nearly 700 embolic protection devices after multiple malfunctions

The device's filter is breaking off during the retrieval process, making it much more difficult to withdraw. 

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FDA announces recall of nearly 700 embolic protection devices after multiple malfunctions

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The device's filter is breaking off during the retrieval process, making it much more difficult to withdraw. 
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Still No. 1: CABG outperforms FFR-PCI when treating CAD

The new analysis, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, represents the latest chapter in one of interventional cardiology’s largest ongoing debates.

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Large peridevice leaks after left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) are incredibly rare and not associated with a greater risk of adverse outcomes, according to new research published in JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology.[1] Smaller residual links are more common, however, and associated with a risk of thromboembolic and bleeding events.
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Still No. 1: CABG outperforms FFR-PCI when treating CAD

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Large peridevice leaks after left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) are incredibly rare and not associated with a greater risk of adverse outcomes, according to new research published in JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology.[1] Smaller residual links are more common, however, and associated with a risk of thromboembolic and bleeding events.
The new analysis, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, represents the latest chapter in one of interventional cardiology’s largest ongoing debates.
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