Researchers tracked 554 TAVR programs that opened from 2012 to 2018, sharing their findings at the SCAI 2021 Scientific Sessions.

Six healthcare organizations, including the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association, signed the letter. 

Catheter ablation is associated with better outcomes for AFib patients, researchers noted, but beginning treatment with just antiarrhythmic medications may be the most practical option. 

Researchers presented new data from the North American COVID-19 Myocardial Infarction registry, detailing the ongoing pandemic's "deadly impact." 

CMS included the recommendation in its FY 2022 IPPS proposed rule.

The new guidelines were endorsed by the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, Heart Rhythm Society and Clinical Policy Approval Committee.

Turning to the modality just a few days earlier appeared to make a significant impact when it came to making an accurate diagnosis. 

The meta-analysis included data from 14 different studies investigating the differences between guided and standard antiplatelet therapy after PCI.

The American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association are among dozens of groups fighting to overhaul patient identification policies. 

The USPSTF first shared a draft of its recommendation in 2020, leaving it open for public comment.