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FDA warns of a shortage of intra-aortic balloon pumps & related parts | Heart device recalled again
Monday, December 5, 2022
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Supply chain problems: FDA warns of new shortage of intra-aortic balloon pumps, catheters and spare parts

Getinge has provided a detailed breakdown of the shortage, stating that it is not yet clear when it may be over. The FDA said it will keep a close eye on the situation and provide updates when possible. 

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An inflated intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) with the Maquet Cardiosave system.
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Supply chain problems: FDA warns of new shortage of intra-aortic balloon pumps, catheters and spare parts

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An inflated intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) with the Maquet Cardiosave system.
Getinge has provided a detailed breakdown of the shortage, stating that it is not yet clear when it may be over. The FDA said it will keep a close eye on the situation and provide updates when possible. 
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FDA announces another recall for troubled heart device after multiple hospitalizations

This latest recall involves the device's driveline boot cover, which “can become stiff over time” and cause problems for clinicians. There have been 33 complaints since 2017 related to the issue.

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FDA announces another recall for troubled heart device after multiple hospitalizations

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This latest recall involves the device's driveline boot cover, which “can become stiff over time” and cause problems for clinicians. There have been 33 complaints since 2017 related to the issue.
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Featured Articles

Cardiologist urges physicians to promote plant-based diets: ‘We owe it to the profession, our patients and the planet’

The authors of a new commentary in the American Journal of Cardiology argued that well-balanced plant-based diets are good for the heart and good for society as a whole. 

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doctor fruits vegetables vegetarian diet. Embracing a plant-based diet can improve a person’s cardiovascular health, according to a new commentary published in the American Journal of Cardiology.[1] The article, titled “Are We What We Eat? The Moral Imperative of the Medical Profession to Promote Plant-Based Nutrition,” also highlights multiple reasons that choosing plant-based nutrition over animal-based food can be viewed as being better for society as a whole.
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Cardiologist urges physicians to promote plant-based diets: ‘We owe it to the profession, our patients and the planet’

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doctor fruits vegetables vegetarian diet. Embracing a plant-based diet can improve a person’s cardiovascular health, according to a new commentary published in the American Journal of Cardiology.[1] The article, titled “Are We What We Eat? The Moral Imperative of the Medical Profession to Promote Plant-Based Nutrition,” also highlights multiple reasons that choosing plant-based nutrition over animal-based food can be viewed as being better for society as a whole.
The authors of a new commentary in the American Journal of Cardiology argued that well-balanced plant-based diets are good for the heart and good for society as a whole. 
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High copays keep many heart failure patients from filling needed prescriptions

Researchers examined data from more than 900 patients, presenting their findings in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

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Researchers examined data from more than 900 patients, presenting their findings in the Journal of the American Heart Association. Money and healthcare spending and econimics.
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High copays keep many heart failure patients from filling needed prescriptions

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Researchers examined data from more than 900 patients, presenting their findings in the Journal of the American Heart Association. Money and healthcare spending and econimics.
Researchers examined data from more than 900 patients, presenting their findings in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
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Boston Scientific's new TAVR system associated with high success rate, low mortality rate

The new-look device gained CE mark approval in Europe in 2020, but it has not been approved yet in the United States.

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Boston Scientific Acurate neo2 TAVR
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Boston Scientific's new TAVR system associated with high success rate, low mortality rate

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Boston Scientific Acurate neo2 TAVR
The new-look device gained CE mark approval in Europe in 2020, but it has not been approved yet in the United States.
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In Case You Missed It

American College of Cardiology announces new collaboration with virtual reality specialists

The ACC is especially excited to see what VR training can do to bring minimally invasive interventional procedures to more and more patients throughout the United States.

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American College of Cardiology announces new collaboration with virtual reality specialists

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The ACC is especially excited to see what VR training can do to bring minimally invasive interventional procedures to more and more patients throughout the United States.
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New research raises doubts about the link between ‘good’ cholesterol and heart disease

Low HDL-C levels are commonly associated with increasing a person's risk of developing cardiovascular disease. However, a new study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests this may not be the case for all patient populations. 

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New research raises doubts about the link between ‘good’ cholesterol and heart disease

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Low HDL-C levels are commonly associated with increasing a person's risk of developing cardiovascular disease. However, a new study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests this may not be the case for all patient populations. 
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In Other News

Amazon’s $3.9B acquisition of One Medical under review in Oregon

The state of Oregon is taking a hard look at the proposed acquisition of One Medical by Amazon. The deal is valued at $3.9 billion.

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Amazon’s $3.9B acquisition of One Medical under review in Oregon

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The state of Oregon is taking a hard look at the proposed acquisition of One Medical by Amazon. The deal is valued at $3.9 billion.
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Experts call for reporting of all incidentally detected coronary calcifications

Experts recently found that reporting of coronary calcium is frequently limited to only moderate to severe cases.

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Experts call for reporting of all incidentally detected coronary calcifications

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Experts recently found that reporting of coronary calcium is frequently limited to only moderate to severe cases.
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