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Cholesterol buildup & macular degeneration

Cholesterol may play a role in the development of macular degeneration, according to a study published online in Cell Metabolism.

Terumo Cardiovascular Systems announces U.S. distribution agreement with Nonin Medical for Nonin's EQUANOX™ 7600 Regional Oximetry System

Terumo Cardiovascular Systems today announced that it has entered into a multi-year distribution agreement with Nonin Medical, Inc., a leader in noninvasive medical monitoring. Beginning May 1, 2013, Terumo CVS will distribute Nonin's EQUANOX™ Model 7600 Regional Oximetry System to adult and pediatric cardiovascular hospitals in the United States.

CHOP collaborates with Pfizer's Centers for Therapeutic Innovation to speed pediatric R & D

The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and Pfizer, Inc., are joining forces with the goal of translating biomedical discoveries into novel treatments. CHOP is announcing its participation in the Centers for Therapeutic Innovation (CTI) network, a novel collaboration model built by Pfizer that brings academic researchers together with Pfizer scientists to expedite the pace of innovation.

FDA approves first single-lead ICD with atrial sensing

BIOTRONIK, a leading manufacturer of cardiovascular medical technology, announced the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted final approval for the BIOTRONIK Lumax 740 DX System. This novel device is a first-in-class implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD) that utilizes a single lead with atrial sensing capabilities.   

FDA paves way for international cardiovascular registry

The FDA will hold a public meeting to discuss developing an international consortium of cardiovascular registries. The initial thrust of the effort will be on transcatheter cardiac valve registries, with a later expansion to include additional cardiovascular devices.

Report cites inside-out abrasion of Durata lead

Physicians detailed a case of inside-out abrasion of an Optim-coated Durata lead in an in-press article published online March 25 in HeartRhythm.

Small island shows a big heart

The Republic of San Marino, which is known among philatelists for its postal offerings, plans to release a stamp April 3 designed to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease.

Thoracic-length Heli-FX Aortic Securement System receives CE mark

Aptus Endosystems, Inc. announced today that it received CE clearance for its thoracic-length Heli-FXTM System.

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Key takeaways from RSNA 2024 for AI, CT, MRI and the radiology staffing shortage

Several key trends were evident at the Radiological Society of North America 2024 meeting, including new CT and MR technology and evolving adoption of artificial intelligence.

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Use of AI opportunistic screening in CT for cardiovascular disease

Ron Blankstein, MD, professor of radiology, Harvard Medical School, explains the use of artificial intelligence to detect heart disease in non-cardiac CT exams.