Psoriasis elevates the number of skin cells on the elbows, knees and across the body. And according to a new study, it can also elevates the risk of heart disease.

Studies have shown that permanent pacemaker implantation is among the most common complications for patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). Still, the risk may be underestimated, according to a recent analysis.

Jardiance, a medication designed to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death in adults with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this week, making it the first type 2 diabetes treatment of its kind.

The FDA expanded the approval of Abiomed’s premarket approval for the company’s Impella CP heart pump for use in high risk PCIs.

Changes in blood pressure and thickening of the heart walls are seen more often in this specific position. 

New research reveals the mechanism by which healthy cereals reduce the amount of cholesterol in the blood stream. 

Studies have shown that small amounts of alcohol could reduce the incidence of coronary disease. However, a recent review found that the benefits of alcohol do not apply to atrial fibrillation. In fact, the researchers noted that alcohol was a risk factor for atrial fibrillation, also known as an irregular heartbeat.

Biotronik announced Dec. 5 that the first patients had enrolled in the BioInsight trial, which is evaluating the use of the BioMonitor 2 in an office setting.