First-generation bioresorbable vascular scaffolds (BVS) may be just as effective as drug-eluting metallic stents, which are currently the standard treatment for heart disease patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
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JACC study makes case for expanding coverage for carotid artery stenting
Research from Ochsner Health published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology advises expanding insurance coverage for carotid artery stenting.
Stress Testing Can Help Determine Which Patients Are Likely to Benefit From Heart Procedures to Improve Survival
Mount Sinai study can help guide proper treatment course for patients depending on heart function and severity of heart damage