Interventional Cardiology

This cardiac subspecialty uses minimally invasive, catheter-based technologies in a cath lab to diagnose and treat coronary artery disease (CAD). The main focus in on percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) to revascularize patients with CAD that is causing blockages resulting in ischemia or myocardial infarction. PCI mainly consists of angioplasty and implanting stents. Interventional cardiology has greatly expanded in scope over recent years to include a number of transcatheter structural heart interventions.

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Biotronik introduces new reinforced introducer sheaths to U.S., overseas markets

The new solutions were designed to help users during diagnostic, interventional and endovascular procedures. 

Dual-layered stents are safe to use for carotid artery stenting, new 12-month study confirms

It was important for researchers to confirm these stents didn't increase a patient's long-term risk of adverse events.

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'No-touch' vein harvesting technique boosts CABG outcomes

Experts think these new findings could ramp up the development of optimal revascularization strategies.

FDA approves new solution for preserving hearts before transplantation

The system preserves hearts that can’t be procured or transplanted right away due to a limited availability of storage space.

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Valve-in-valve TMVR an effective option for patients with mitral prosthesis dysfunction

Adjusted mortality and perioperative complications were both lower among patients undergoing ViV TMVR.

'A substantial improvement’: New research shows signs of progress in PCI care

Inpatient care for PCI is trending in the right direction, researchers explained, but there is still room for improvement. 

Is MCS necessary during high-risk PCI procedures?

Researchers aimed to gain a better understanding of a controversial topic. 

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First patients enrolled in clinical trial aimed at limiting unnecessary ICAs

The team behind the trial thinks this technology could help cut down on unnecessary invasive procedures. 

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