How family can help patients win the battle against CVD The two-year analysis included patients with a confirmed diagnosis of coronary heart disease. Read more about How family can help patients win the battle against CVD
Remote PA pressure monitoring pays off when treating HF patients The study, published in Current Problems in Cardiology, included both a systematic review and a meta-analysis.Read more about Remote PA pressure monitoring pays off when treating HF patients
Cardiologists performing fewer in-office imaging exams As recently as the early 2000s, cardiologists were performing a significant amount of cardiac imaging exams in their offices. Read more about Cardiologists performing fewer in-office imaging exams
Philadelphia heart docs sign five-year deal to boost patient care The agreement will involve the development and implementation of integrated cardiovascular solutions. Read more about Philadelphia heart docs sign five-year deal to boost patient care
Alerting pharmacies about cancelled medications can prevent errors “Effective communication between the clinician and the pharmacy is paramount to ensuring patients only receive medications they require,” one researcher said.Read more about Alerting pharmacies about cancelled medications can prevent errors
How ITA harvesting techniques during CABG affect long-term outcomes The new analysis, published in JAMA Cardiology, included data from 28 different facilities. Read more about How ITA harvesting techniques during CABG affect long-term outcomes
Major bleeding linked to adverse outcomes among patients with AFib and CAD The study included patients with a recent history of PCI, CABG or confirmed coronary artery disease that did not require revascularization.Read more about Major bleeding linked to adverse outcomes among patients with AFib and CAD
Picard Medical acquires mechanical heart replacement specialists Picard Medical is a portfolio company of Hunniwell Lake Ventures, a California-based venture capital firm focused on healthcare technology. Read more about Picard Medical acquires mechanical heart replacement specialists
AFib patients with COPD face worse outcomes Researchers recommend a more comprehensive evaluation of respiratory function in AFib patients.Read more about AFib patients with COPD face worse outcomes
Patients see value in getting to know their doctors Giving a 'clinician team roster' to patients is an easy way to make a big impact, researchers found. Read more about Patients see value in getting to know their doctors