May 2021

19% of heart attack survivors develop heart failure within 5 years ()
Interventional cardiologists back prior authorization bill, call current policies ‘costly' and ‘time consuming’ ()
Landmark discovery provides clinicians with a ‘valuable clinical tool’ for diagnosing myocarditis ()
Cardiac arrest numbers highlight the pandemic’s long-term impact on patient care ()
Dapagliflozin a cost-effective treatment for HFrEF at its current price point ()
Cancer patients after PCI: Key statistics every cardiologist should know ()
Cardiologist shares a warning fish oil can no longer be considered harmless ()
13% of TAVR patients develop acute kidney injury, increasing their risk of in-hospital mortality ()
Eating plant-based meals late in the day lowers risk of cardiovascular disease by 10% ()
New AI model uses readily available healthcare data to predict type 2 diabetes ()
Radial access outperforms femoral access for complex PCI, but questions persist ()
Digital health specialists gain 2 new FDA clearances for cardiac care portfolio ()
DASH diet, developed to lower blood pressure, provides additional cardiovascular benefits ()
Cardiovascular Subspecialty Clinics: How to Grow Big by Thinking Small ()
A Physician’s Perspective: Atherectomy to Help Address the Challenges of Complex Care ()
How the recovery of young heart attack survivors is impacted by the world around them ()
STEMI following TAVR associated with high rates of mortality, PCI failure ()
CDC reviewing cases of heart damage in young adults after COVID-19 vaccination ()
FDA announces recall of more than 30,000 Boston Scientific stent systems after numerous injuries ()
Marijuana use linked to a greater risk of heart damage ()
Aggressive blood pressure management associated with a lower risk of heart attack, heart failure, death from CVD ()
Abbott’s TriClip a safe, effective treatment option for severe tricuspid regurgitation ()
New York cardiologist sentenced to 20 months in prison, fined $100K for elaborate fraud scheme ()
Stress and anxiety from U.S. presidential election led to a 77% increase in heart rhythm issues ()
CVD deaths are down across the US, but many counties continue to struggle ()
TAVR or surgery? Cardiologists say better communication would boost care for patients with structural heart disease ()
It’s official: Heart Rhythm 2021 is happening with no capacity restrictions ()
Cardiac MRI a ‘powerful’ tool for assessing, predicting pulmonary arterial hypertension ()
Virginia health system sues competitor for $20M for allegedly blocking expansion, hiring away cardiologists ()
LAAO with Watchman device consistently lowers stroke risk after 1 year ()
When STEMI patients present late, immediate and delayed PCI lead to similar outcomes ()
Apixaban appears safe for most TAVR patients, but questions remain ()
Elective revascularization with PCI or CABG provides long-term cardiovascular benefits, new meta-analysis confirms ()
Dapagliflozin fails to reduce the risk of organ failure or death among COVID-19 patients ()
A milestone for Medtronic: Low-risk TAVR patients treated with Evolut ‘doing exceptionally well’ after 2 years ()
Abbott’s new self-expanding TAVR system gains CE mark approval ()
Finerenone limits AFib in patients with chronic kidney disease, Type 2 diabetes ()
Alcohol—even just one drink—increases the risk of AFib ()
The greatest benefit: Omecamtiv mecarbil improves outcomes the most for patients with severe heart failure ()
LAAO significantly lowers the risk of stroke after surgery among heart rhythm patients ()
Cardiologist salaries in the wake of COVID: 8 key takeaways from a new analysis ()
FDA announces recall of more than 60,000 Abbott pacemakers due to risk of electrical short ()
Cardiologists support bipartisan prior authorization bill, praising its ‘transparency’ and ‘oversight’ ()
Significant MR after TAVR linked to higher mortality rates—but staged interventions may help ()
FDA advisory: Magnets in cell phones, smart watches can affect implanted medical devices ()
Young heart attack survivors who battle depression, anxiety more likely to have subsequent CV complications ()
High blood pressure linked to greater risk of heart failure, AFib, heart attack, stroke ()
FDA announces new recall of instructions for Medtronic’s HVAD system after 1 death, 64 injuries ()
TEER associated with an added benefit for SMR patients in earlier stages of heart failure ()
Boston-based tech company raises $8M to develop AI-powered CVD software ()
Unnecessary care? 1 in 3 patients with advanced dementia and AFib still given anticoagulants ()
Antidepressants, other common medications linked to high blood pressure ()
‘No better time than now’: ACC, AHA share new guidance on ethics and professionalism in cardiovascular care ()
Cardiologist leaves Amazon leadership role to join digital health startup ()
BASILICA before TAVR is safe and effective, new data confirms ()
44% of cardiologists around the world have experienced a hostile work environment ()
AI model helps clinicians predict post-TAVR infective endocarditis ()
COVID-19 patients with mild symptoms make a full recovery with no lingering heart issues ()
CTA, ACC announce new plan to help device manufacturers connect with cardiologists ()
Family of singer Chris Cornell settles malpractice lawsuit with cardiologist ()
11% of TAVR sites deliver below-average care, suggesting a ‘meaningful performance gap’ ()
COVID-19 may do long-term damage to the heart and blood vessels of young adults ()
Fish oil supplements linked to potentially fatal heart rhythm issues ()
Moderate alcohol consumption may lower risk of death from CVD ()
Considering vitamin supplements to prevent heart disease or cancer? Not so fast, USPSTF warns ()
1 in 10 patients with post-TAVR infective endocarditis have a stroke, increasing risk of death by 90% ()
Abbott launches new clinical trial focused on treating AFib, heart failure at the same time ()
Exposure to secondhand smoke leads to a 35% higher risk of heart failure ()
Children face long-term hypertension risk after surgery for congenital heart disease ()
Smile for the camera: Cardiologists around the world performing live procedures for charity ()
How valve type and anesthesia strategy affect 1-year TAVR outcomes ()
Heart failure patients face a substantial risk of pneumonia ()
A closer look at how subtle changes in the heart can lead to arrhythmias, death ()
FDA approves dapagliflozin for chronic kidney disease ()
Risk of a permanent pacemaker after valve-in-valve TAVR is low, especially when using newer heart valves ()
Processed meats, energy drinks, coconut oil and 5 other popular foods that can damage the heart ()
SCAI 2021: Medtronic pleased with 30-day data on Evolut TAVR systems ()
Low-value care, including CVD screening for low-risk adults, costs Medicare providers $478M per year ()
When TEER fails, most patients require mitral valve replacement ()