Talks between the two companies have reached a standstill, according to a new report. The rumor appears to have impacted the stock prices of both Boston Scientific and Shockwave Medical. 

Pioneering cardiologist James Muller, MD, a winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, was one of the chief researchers that developed the concept of vulnerable plaques causing heart attacks. He was recently honored by the American College of Cardiology for his contributions.

When PCI-capable hospitals open and close, how does it impact patient care for the surrounding area? Researchers aimed to find out, sharing their findings in JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions.

The device, described as the "world's smallest heart pump," has received the FDA's breakthrough device designation for two indications. 

The two new leadless pacemakers, the Micra AV2 and Micra VR2, feature much longer batteries than previous models. 

Two experienced TAVR specialists—Sachin Goel, MD, and Michael Reardon, MD—examined the growing trend of younger, low-risk patients being recommended for TAVR over SAVR.

The deal represents a significant addition to Abbott’s cardiovascular portfolio.

Researchers found that echocardiographers in the cath lab are exposed to high doses of radiation on the right half of their body, especially the waist and lower body.