“This finding shows great potential to enhance the success of chemotherapy while protecting the heart," one researcher said. 

Jon Kobashigawa, MD, head of the heart transplant program for Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai, has been with AST since 2001.

A new study of nearly 300 PCI patients suggests biolimus-coated balloons could provide significant value to interventional cardiologists in the years ahead.  

Abbott has received multiple reports of its HeartMate monitor screens freezing, glitching and even displaying incorrect patient information. A total of 17 injuries have been reported so far. 

Each valve type has its own benefits, researchers noted, but mechanical valves are associated with multiple long-term benefits compared to tissue/bioprosthetic valves. 

The new list of discounted drugs includes an anticoagulant, a beta-blocker used to treat atrial fibrillation and much more. 

The new algorithm from Tempus AI evaluates 12-lead ECG results, alerting users when a patient could be at risk of experiencing AFib within the next 12 months.

Grocery stores have started selling more and more plant-based meat alternatives in recent years, and early evidence suggests replacing even some meat with these products may be beneficial. Researchers did note that more studies on this subject are still needed.