Medtronic’s radial artery access portfolio gains CE mark approval The approval comes as more and more specialists embrace a radial-first approach to treating acute coronary syndrome. Read more about Medtronic’s radial artery access portfolio gains CE mark approval
New imaging technique maps scar tissue after a heart attack Image courtesy of the Spanish National Center for Cardiovascular Research. The new method is expected to speed up image acquisition while providing clinicians with key data. Read more about New imaging technique maps scar tissue after a heart attack
Measuring COVID-19's impact on diagnostic tests for diabetes The new study examines yet another way the pandemic impacted cardiovascular care. Read more about Measuring COVID-19's impact on diagnostic tests for diabetes
TAVR and SAVR deliver similar 5-year outcomes for CKD patients “The choice of intervention in patients with CKD and aortic stenosis is complex and influenced by multiple competing factors," researchers said. Read more about TAVR and SAVR deliver similar 5-year outcomes for CKD patients
'A major public health challenge': Uncontrolled hypertension hits older women, younger men the hardest Closer monitoring for uncontrolled hypertension is recommended for women ages 70 and older and men under the age of 50.Read more about 'A major public health challenge': Uncontrolled hypertension hits older women, younger men the hardest
Adults with COVID-19 and type 1 diabetes face a heightened risk of hospitalization Researchers examined data from nearly 800 patients, looking for any links between age and COVID-related complications. Read more about Adults with COVID-19 and type 1 diabetes face a heightened risk of hospitalization
Guided antiplatelet therapy a 'safe and attractive' treatment option for many UIA patients Platelet function monitoring–guided antiplatelet therapy before stent placement provided patients with significant value. Read more about Guided antiplatelet therapy a 'safe and attractive' treatment option for many UIA patients
FDA now investigating potential differences in LAAO outcomes among men and women Recent research published in JAMA Cardiology caught the agency's attention.Read more about FDA now investigating potential differences in LAAO outcomes among men and women
‘A troublesome trend’: Top imaging groups slam insurer-directed test substitution policies Advocates say payers' push for single first-line imaging tests for all patients isn't backed by evidence and may cause harm.Read more about ‘A troublesome trend’: Top imaging groups slam insurer-directed test substitution policies
Eli Lilly recalls single lot of emergency kit for severe hypoglycemia The company warned customers that these kits may no longer be an effective treatment for severe low blood sugar. Read more about Eli Lilly recalls single lot of emergency kit for severe hypoglycemia
