November 2021

Long-haul COVID-19 associated with chronic fatigue syndrome, breathing irregularities ()
Taiwan reviews myocarditis data, approves second doses of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for older children ()
STEMI mortality is on the decline, but certain patients still face an above-average risk ()
FDA clears AI-powered cardiac platform for pediatric patients ()
SAVR associated with 'substantial' survival rates ()
Questions mount as the new Omicron variant continues to spread ()
COVID-19 vaccine does not increase risk of heart attack or stroke in older adults, new study confirms ()
Cardiac rehabilitation benefits heart failure patients—but for how long? ()
How a high bleeding risk impacts outcomes for left main PCI patients ()
58% of cardiologists have been named in a medical malpractice lawsuit ()
A new look at the links between obesity, type 2 diabetes and cancer ()
Generic statin options can save the US $11.9B per year ()
In-hospital mortality more common among COVID-19 patients with heart failure ()
DAPT after PCI can stop after 1 month, new research confirms ()
Certain patients with chronic kidney disease face a higher risk of death after TAVR ()
Aspirin use may increase your risk of heart failure ()
Some hospitalized COVID-19 patients may need anticoagulation therapy at discharge ()
What we know about COVID-19 and cardiogenic shock ()
Multicenter trial to evaluate IVL treatment for peripheral lesions below the knee ()
Data-driven ICM device management: EP’s ‘game-changer’ is building momentum ()
New study compares polymer and polymer-free drug-eluting stents after 3 years ()
CV Physician Coding: Reimbursement Best Practices for Interventional Cardiology ()
Is depression a warning sign for heart failure? ()
Q&A: Cleveland Clinic cardiologist details the past, present and future of drug-eluting stents ()
Women are still experiencing COVID-related heart issues months after being diagnosed—and they may need extra help ()
FDA delays decision on Bristol Myers Squibb’s new heart disease drug ()
AFib patients able to safely transition from warfarin to a DOAC ()
Black, Hispanic AFib patients less likely to start anticoagulant therapy, new VA study finds ()
How a team-based approach affects care for high-risk PCI patients ()
Women much more likely to develop AFib after a breast cancer diagnosis ()
Empagliflozin provides consistent benefits for HFpEF patients ()
FDA highlights safety issue with leadless pacemakers, focusing on Medtronic’s Micra ()
New study of more than 4.5M patients examines how blood pressure can impact the risk of dementia ()
PAD specialists announce new FDA clearance for image-guided atherectomy system ()
Patient frailty not a key factor when choosing between TAVR and SAVR ()
PCI and CABG for left main CAD associated with similar all-cause mortality rates ()
What new research tells us about TAVR and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratios ()
Stem cell therapy for heart failure lowers risk of adverse outcomes ()
Cardiologs puts its AI model up against the Apple Watch—and wins ()
European Society of Cardiology shares new guidance on COVID-related cardiovascular disease ()
Cardiologist urges Malaysia to end COVID-19 vaccination program—but fact-checking website says he used misleading statements ()
High-dose icosapent ethyl treatment makes minimal impact on non-hospitalized COVID-19 patients ()
Text message alert system for out-of-hospital cardiac arrests yields positive outcomes ()
American Heart Association responds to nomination of cardiologist Robert Califf for FDA commissioner ()
FDA clears ECG mapping system that tracks arrhythmia hot spots ()
New risk calculator detects TEER patients who may need to be readmitted for HF ()
New research details how drug and alcohol use increases a person's AFib risk ()
Biden expected to choose cardiologist who served under Obama as next FDA commissioner ()
Taiwan pauses second doses of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for older children due to myocarditis ()
Eating the right kind of fats can reduce a person's stroke risk ()
Texas cardiologist named in lawsuit says he will not be 'silenced by corporate bullies’ ()
How the presence of AFib can impact TAVR, SAVR outcomes ()
We may finally know why type 2 diabetes is associated with vascular damage ()
Mental stress–induced myocardial ischemia elevates risk of CV events ()
'Remarkable' new findings suggest patients with diabetes should be screened for AFib ()
New survey examines the biggest issues impacting care for CAD, PAD patients ()
Combined genetic testing for cardiomyopathies and arrhythmias yields positive results ()
Life expectancy lower among SAVR patients than the general public ()
This is when you should sleep if you want to limit your risk of heart disease ()
Esteemed cardiologist dies unexpectedly—was known for his positive influence inside and outside the hospital ()
Policy experts call for renewed focus on cardiovascular disease, public health as COVID-19 crisis shows signs of improvement ()
Hispanic PAD patients often face longer hospitalizations, higher costs ()
These aerobic exercises can help lower your blood pressure ()
Early epinephrine treatment during cardiac arrest increases chance of a good recovery ()
‘Saving lives and saving limbs’: New study of real-world CMS patients highlights the benefits of IVUS ()
TMVR with transfemoral access a 'promising option,’ early data suggest ()
Philips enters agreement to acquire Cardiologs ()
Some cancer immunotherapies may increase the risk of myocarditis ()
Tracking sac regression after endovascular aneurysm repair for AAA ()
Ohio State cardiologists first in US to perform new heart failure treatment—patient feels ‘100% better’ ()
5 years later, TAVR still delivering strong results for intermediate-risk patients ()
Icosapent ethyl lowers risk of ischemic events in CABG patients ()
TAVR more cost-effective than surgery for low-risk patients, new 2-year study confirms ()
Mild COVID-19 infections not associated with long-term risk of heart damage ()
Patients amenable to interventional procedure for lowering blood pressure ()
CABG still the ‘treatment of choice’ for patients with complex three-vessel CAD ()
CMS finalizes COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers, requiring full vaccination by Jan. 4 ()
Sacubitril/valsartan no better than valsartan alone for advanced heart failure ()
The Biden administration just made it easier to repair medical devices—and imaging specialists are concerned ()
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Disabilities fairly common among adults with congenital heart defects ()
CMS sets payment rate for HeartFlow’s FFR-CT solution in 2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule ()
Vascular surgeons playing a key role as consultants in today’s trauma centers ()
Using pulmonary artery pressure monitoring to manage obese HF patients leads to strong outcomes ()
LAAC reduces stroke risk among patients with HCM and AFib ()
CMS finalizes 2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule—payments to cardiologists take a hit ()
Two-year outcomes highlight the value of TMVR for patients with severe MR ()
'It does not need to be complicated': 10 steps to heart-healthy eating ()
FDA panel meets to review safety of endovascular graft device ()
STEMI patients with COVID-19 face an elevated risk of death ()
FDA announces Class I recall of battery packs for intra-aortic balloon pumps ()
New device could boost accuracy of noninvasive blood measurements ()
Tracking false-positive alerts among cardiac patients ()
DOACs outperform VKAs for stroke prevention in AFib patients ()