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Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.

Salt Subs in Normal BP; Stroke Thrombectomy Without $$; Walmart's CVD Blood Test

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

FDA ADCOMM TriClip G4 system over a photo of the device

FDA Reviewers Skeptical on TriClip for Tricuspid Regurgitation

Tricuspid valve repair system is up for advisory committee scrutiny on Tuesday

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After Cervical Artery Dissection, Early Anticoagulant Might Be Better

Large observational study might not deliver definitive answers but hints at a better strategy

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Senators Thrash Pharma CEOs for Pricing Drugs Higher in the U.S.

Sen. Bernie Sanders blamed "corrupt" system, well-paid lobbyists

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Anticoagulant Falls Short for Secondary Stroke Prevention in Atrial Cardiopathy

Can atrial cardiopathy really be the cause of some cryptogenic strokes?

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High-Risk HPV in Women Heightens Risk of Heart Disease Death

Korean study finds over threefold greater mortality risk from ASCVD, ischemic heart disease

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Bariatric Surgery & BP Control; PFA Vasospasm Aftermath; Texas Cardiologist Arrested

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

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Tirzepatide's Association With BP Reduction Reinforced With ABPM Data

Combination GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist is currently approved for T2D and weight loss

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Another PCSK9 Drug Proves Its Mettle for Kids With Inherited High Cholesterol

Clinical trial affirms LDL reduction atop statins in pediatric familial hypercholesterolemia

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Health Effects of Extreme Heat, Wildfire Smoke Worse When Combined

And the negative effects harm low-income and nonwhite communities the most

FDA APPROVED FARAPULSE pulsed field ablation system over a photo of the device.

FDA OKs Farapulse Pulsed Field Ablation System for Intermittent Afib

Second catheter-based system approved for paroxysmal Afib

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CABG Surgeons Link Multi-Arterial Grafts to Patient Longevity

Short of a definitive trial, MAG proponents make do with national registry data

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Cardiology Ups Diversity; Universal CVD Risk Predictor; 93-Year-Old Cardiologist

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

Surgical LAA Closure Rises to the Top in STS Guideline for Afib

Society strongly endorses concomitant LAA occlusion during cardiac surgery

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FFR-Guided PCI Saves $$ Clamping Down on Unnecessary Stents in MI Patients

Cost-effectiveness shown over angiographic guidance for complete revascularization

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Ibuprofen Fails Another Crack at Reducing Preemie Lung Issues and Deaths

A therapy to help babies with hole in heart is still lacking

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AI Tool Predicts PCI Outcomes; Shellfish Blood Clotter; Persuasive CAC Scan Images

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

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Afib Detected After Stroke: Link to Recurrent Events Questioned

ICM-flagged Afib not tied to repeat stroke in an already fairly anticoagulated population

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Sitting and Early Death; Dana-Farber Retracts Multiple Papers; Winter Weather Deaths

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by 木瓜直播 staff

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Lives Prolonged for Longtime CRT-D Users With Heart Failure

Survival benefit with cardiac resynchronization therapy durable out to 14 years

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Medical Cannabis-Arrhythmia Link; Watch Out for Lipoprotein(a); New SAVR Alternative

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

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Erectile Dysfunction Drugs Plus Nitrates Still a Losing Combination, Study Shows

Cardioprotective effect of PDE5 inhibitors did not pan out with anti-anginals in the picture

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Dr. Mike Confronts Dr. Gundry's Controversial Health Views

A closer look at surgeon's claims on vitamin C and smoking risk, leaky gut, and more

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Diverting Acute HF Patients From Hospitalization: Case Builds for Short Stay Units

Rerouting low-risk patients from routine admission deemed safe in trial

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BP Tracking Undergarment; COPD Exacerbations & HF Events; Hemolysis After PFA

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

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Exercise ECGs Highly Specific for Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction

Reconsidering the humble testing modality's false-positive issue

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Maternal Type 1 Diabetes an Outsized Red Flag for Child Heart Defect Risk

But don't ignore maternal overweight, obesity, and gestational diabetes, study says

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In Acute Kidney Disease, SGLT2 inhibitors Were All-Around Protective

Risk of all-cause mortality, MAKE, and MACE were significantly reduced

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Here Are the Top Diets for 2024

A familar food plan topped the annual U.S. News rankings

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HCM Drug Hopeful; Pre-Cardiac Cath Fasting in Doubt; Way to Visualize LAAO Issues?

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

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How Cardiac Arrest Became a Household Topic After Damar Hamlin's Collapse

Efforts to boost survival having a moment among medical and sports societies, legislators

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No Improved Outcomes for HF Patients With Sleep Apnea Using ASV Breathing Devices

While apnea symptoms resolved, no improvement was seen in clinical outcomes

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DAPT Stays Helpful for Minor Stroke Even With Later Presentation, Worse Symptoms

But a signal of excess bleeding is noted in the INSPIRES trial

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Nuclear Tracer Shortage; Weighing Post-Ablation OAC; Fix for Biased AI Tools?

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

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Colchicine Not the Answer for Recurring Arrhythmias After Ablation

Anti-inflammatory effects did not translate to arrhythmia prevention in small trial

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Should Normal Range of Albumin Be Redefined for Cardiovascular Health?

Mildly raised UACR partly mediates link between poor heart health and mortality

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HeartMate 3 Safety Concerns; First Cath Lab Standards for Kids; Single-Shot PFA

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

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HF Patient's Zip Code Telling of Potential Adherence Issues to Meds

GDMT nonadherence exceeds 50% in some neighborhoods, New York study finds

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Experts, Lawmakers Explore Downside of Drug-Price Negotiation

Stifled innovation, reduced access suggested as future challenges

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High-Altitude Mountain Trips Can Be Tolerated Despite Pulmonary Hypertension

Effects of high elevation tested in an experiment in the Swiss Alps

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