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Tag: Cardiology
FDA Approves Semaglutide for Heart Disease Prevention
Last week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the drug semaglutide, commonly known as Wegovy or Ozempic, to be used to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack and stroke in adults with heart disease and obesity. Eric…
Ochsner Health cardiologist receives “Women in STEM” award
As an honoree, Dr. Salima Qamruddin was formally recognized at the 2024 “Go Red for Women” luncheon on Friday, March 1. The event, held at the Hilton Riverside, celebrated the accomplishments of all six “Women in STEM” honorees and encouraged continued advancements in the field.
This Injectable Hydrogel Mitigates Damage to the Right Ventricle of the Heart
An injectable hydrogel can mitigate damage to the right ventricle of the heart with chronic pressure overload, according to a new study published March 6 in Journals of the American College of Cardiology: Basic to Translational Science. The study, by a research team from the University of California San Diego, Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University, was conducted in rodents.
Is coffee bad for the heart? Author of new national guidelines explains.
Dr. Jose Joglar, the lead author of AHA’s new guidelines on diagnosing and treating irregular heartbeats, discusses how coffee affects heart health. What You Need to Know: New guidelines recently published in Circulation include material on healthy lifestyle, reducing risk, and…
THT 2024 Late-Breaking Clinical Science Announced
The complete list of late-breaking clinical science to be presented at THT 2024: Technology and Heart Failure Therapeutics is now available online. An international heart failure conference organized by the Cardiovascular Research Foundation® (CRF®), THT will take place March 4-6, 2024, at the Westin Boston Seaport in Boston, MA.
Cleveland Clinic-Led Study Discovers Link between High Levels of Niacin – a Common B Vitamin – and Heart Disease
Cleveland Clinic researchers have identified a new pathway that contributes to cardiovascular disease associated with high levels of niacin, a common B vitamin previously recommended to lower cholesterol.
Broken Heart Syndrome—Yes, it’s real! Ochsner Health expert available to interview
Most of us know the pain that comes with a heartbreak, but in the cardiology field there is a real medical condition called Broken Heart Syndrome. Broken Heart Syndrome is a condition that is brought on by extreme emotion or…
AEDs often not used in cardiac arrest, even where they’re mandated
Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are underutilized during cardiac arrest episodes despite laws in some states requiring their availability in high-risk areas such as athletic facilities, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center found.
The Medical Minute: Tooth trouble linked to heart trouble
Medical science says a lot about how cardiovascular health is influenced by what you put in your mouth. But what about the mouth itself? A Penn State Health heart surgeon offers his views on dental health and hearth health.
A Noninvasive Way to Measure Placental Health
A healthy placenta is critical for a healthy baby. But unfortunately, there’s no direct way to measure how well this important organ is working.
Risk Calculator Helps Personalize Care for Heart Failure Patients
A heart pump can save left heart failure patients’ lives, but the surgery to implant the pump often leads to right heart failure. Doctors now have a way to predict which patients are most at risk.
Earlier detection of cardiometabolic risk factors for kids may be possible through next generation biomarkers
American Heart Association statement finds potential future measures, reiterates importance of heart-healthy lifestyle from birth through adulthood
Traditional Chinese medicine reduces risk after heart attack
A traditional Chinese medicine whose name means “to open the network of the heart” reduced the risk of heart attacks, deaths, and other major cardiovascular complications for at least a year after a first heart attack, a study led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers shows. The findings, published in JAMA, reveal the promise of this compound, one of the first traditional Chinese medicines tested in a large-scale, Western-style clinical trial.
Does guideline-based treatment prevent racial disparities in cardiovascular outcomes?
A secondary analysis of data from the Women’s Ischemia Syndrome Evaluation (WISE) cohort study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology indicates that black and nonblack women with obstructive coronary artery disease had similar outcomes
CRF Announces the 2023 Pulse-Setter Award Winners
The Cardiovascular Research Foundation (CRF) is proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Pulse-Setter Awards. The awardees will be honored at The Annual Pulse of the City Gala, CRF’s signature fundraising event, on December 8, 2023, at The Plaza in New York City. The Pulse-Setter Awards shine a spotlight on extraordinary individuals and initiatives whose dedication to innovation is driving positive change in medicine and health care.
Chronic kidney disease may be linked to sudden cardiac arrest in Hispanic/Latino adults
Research Highlights:
Chronic kidney disease was strongly associated with an increased risk of sudden cardiac arrest among Hispanic/Latino adults, in a new study.
Early identification and management of kidney disease may reduce risk of sudden cardiac arrest among Hispanic/Latino people, researchers suggest.
TAVR: Less than one-third of patients enter cardiac rehab after heart procedure
The vast majority of people – 30.6% – who have the minimally invasive heart valve replacement procedure called TAVR do not participate in recommended cardiac rehabilitation, a study finds.
Beth Israel Lahey Health Launches Heart Transplant Program
Beth Israel Lahey Health has expanded its cardiovascular services to include heart transplantation based at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
UC San Diego Health Cardiologist Available to Discuss Potential Link Between COVID-19 Infection and Heart Injuries.
New research found that the SARS-CoV-2 virus may affect coronary arteries and trigger an inflammatory response, which can lead to cardiovascular complications for some individuals. Daniels is available to discuss what this may mean for patients. Lori B. Daniels, MD,…
Two UT Southwestern researchers awarded HHMI Hanna H. Gray Fellowships
Two postdoctoral researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center are among 25 early-career scientists nationwide selected as Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Hanna H. Gray Fellows for 2023.
Five Hackensack Meridian Hospitals Nationally Recognized for Excellence with ACC HeartCARE Center Designations
They are the only hospitals in New Jersey to earn this elite distinction and provide world-class patient care through a sustainable quality improvement program
UCLA Cardiac Arrhythmia Center awarded $11.5 million NIH grant to study cardiac neuromodulation to prevent lethal arrhythmias
A new grant will fund a multidisciplinary team to study the ability of the nervous system to prevent fatal arrhythmias.
New Study Confirms HeartFlow FFRCT Leads to Improved Patient Outcomes
A diagnostic test, first offered in the United States at University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute, has now shown through a clinical study to significantly decrease cardiovascular mortality, reduce additional non-invasive heart testing, and increase cath lab efficiency.
Fish oil supplement claims often vague, not supported by data
Your daily dose of omega-3s may not be doing what you think it is. Most fish oil supplements on the market today have labels boasting health benefits that aren’t supported by clinical data, according to a study published in JAMA Cardiology by researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
CRF Announces TCT 2023 Late-Breaking Clinical Trials
The Cardiovascular Research Foundation (CRF) has announced the TCT 2023 late-breaking clinical trials. TCT is the annual scientific symposium of CRF and the world’s premier educational meeting specializing in interventional cardiovascular medicine.
UC San Diego Health Nationally Recognized for Stroke and Diabetes Care
American Heart Association honors UC San Diego Health with multiple awards for its commitment to treating patients with heart disease and stroke.
The Medical Minute: Pediatric congenital heart disease patients need help transitioning to adulthood
Parents can be so protective of a child with congenital heart disease they often forget what comes next. When should they start learning to take care of their own condition? Two Penn State Health experts share their views.
Experiencing pain after a heart attack may predict long-term survival
Pain one year following a heart attack is common and linked with a higher likelihood of death within the next 8 years, finds new study in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
The Medical Minute: Understanding hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy can cause sudden death at any age – but particularly in young people. A Penn State Health heart surgeon discusses prevention.
MedStar Washington Hospital Center Again Recognized Among Nation’s Top 50 for Heart and Vascular Care
MedStar Washington Hospital Center has again been recognized as one of the top 50 cardiovascular centers in the country by U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals.” MedStar Washington’s Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery program is tied for the No. 33 spot nationwide in this year’s rankings by U.S. News. It is the only nationally recognized heart and vascular program of its kind in the Washington region. MedStar Washington was also rated as high performing in two adult specialties: Gastroenterology & GI Surgery and Geriatrics and 15 common procedures or conditions.
Baylor Scott & White Health Again the Most-Awarded Health System in Texas for Clinical Care and Patient Experience
Baylor Scott & White Health once again leads the state of Texas in the number of accolades earned in U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-24 Best Hospitals, released today. A total of 26 Baylor Scott & White hospitals were recognized, including four facilities with a nationally ranked specialty – more than any other health system in Texas.
Baylor Scott & White Health Again the Most-Awarded Not-for-Profit Health System in Texas for Clinical Care and Patient Experience
Baylor Scott & White Health once again leads the state of Texas in the number of accolades earned in U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-24 Best Hospitals, released today. A total of 26 Baylor Scott & White hospitals were recognized, including four facilities with a nationally ranked specialty – more than any other health system in Texas.
Loyola Medicine cardiologists are available to discuss Lebron James’ 18-year-old son’s cardiac arrest.
MAYWOOD, IL – Loyola Medicine cardiologists, including Caroline Ball, MD, are available today to discuss Lebron James’ 18-year-old son’s cardiac arrest. According to a spokesman, USC freshman Bronny James, the eldest son of Lakers superstar LeBron James, was hospitalized Monday after suffering a…
Bronny James #cardiacarrest: University of Michigan cardiology experts available for interview
It was announced today that Bronny James, son of NBA great LeBron James, experienced a cardiac arrest Monday (July 24) and is in stable condition after treatment. While details are few, the University of Michigan Health Frankel Cardiovascular Center has experts…
First Dedicated Heart and Vascular Hospital in Waxahachie Opening Soon
Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Waxahachie*, an expansion of the nationally recognized Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas*, is now complete.
Warfarin use should not disqualify stroke patients from lifesaving clot-removing surgery
Most stroke patients taking the anticoagulant warfarin were no more likely than those not on the medication to experience a brain bleed when undergoing a procedure to remove a blood clot, UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers report in a new study. The findings, published in JAMA, could help doctors better gauge the risk of endovascular thrombectomy (EVT), potentially expanding the pool of eligible patients for this mainstay stroke treatment.
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Marks A Decade as One of the Nation’s Best
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been named to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll for the 10th consecutive year. The Honor Roll is a top distinction awarded to only 10 children’s hospitals nationwide recognized by U.S. News as the “Best of the Best.” Nationwide Children’s is ranked sixth on the 2023-24 Honor Roll list.
Statin alternative lowers risk of cardiac events as well as cholesterol levels
A medication called bempedoic acid reduced the risk of cardiac events as well as statins and may offer an alternative to the popular cholesterol-reducing medications, according to industry-supported research being presented Thursday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting, in Chicago, Ill.
Medical experts available: Protecting eyes from sun, traveling with a pacemaker, and tension headaches
Ochsner Health has medical experts on standby to discuss tips for protecting your eyes from the sun, steps for safely traveling with a pacemaker, and how to relieve a tension headache as June is National Headache Awareness Month. Don’t Forget…
Black patients with plaque build-up in arteries in the legs more likely to have a stroke, heart attack or amputation than white patients
A new study from Keck Medicine of USC has uncovered significant racial disparities in the diagnosis, treatment and outcomes of peripheral artery disease (PAD) among Black and white patients in the United States.
Revolutionizing Cardiology: AI-Based Technology Offers Accurate Analysis of Cardiac Disease
New research shows AI-based automated quantitative coronary angiography (AI-QCA) holds promise for accurate analysis of heart disease
Discovering Cell Identity: $6 Million NIH Grant Funds New Penn Medicine Research to Uncover Cardiac Cell Development
Historically, scientists have studied how cells develop and give rise to specialized cells, such as heart, liver, or skin cells, by examining specific proteins.
Multicenter Trial Finds Using Circulatory Death Donors is Safe and Effective for Heart Transplantation
A study published in New England Journal of Medicine confirms that circulatory death donor hearts that are reanimated and perfused with blood outside of the body are as safe and effective to transplant as brain death donor hearts preserved using traditional cold storage. These findings suggest that using hearts donated after circulatory death (DCD) may have the potential to widen the donor pool helping more patients in need of life-saving heart transplants.
Mount Sinai Researchers Use New Deep Learning Approach to Enable Analysis of Electrocardiograms as Language
Mount Sinai researchers have developed an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) model for electrocardiogram (ECG) analysis that allows for the interpretation of ECGs as language. This approach can enhance the accuracy and effectiveness of ECG-related diagnoses, especially for cardiac conditions where limited data is available on which to train. In a study published in the June 6 online issue of npj Digital Medicine DOI: 10.1038/s41746-023-00840-9, the team reported that its new deep learning model, known as HeartBEiT, forms a foundation upon which specialized diagnostic models can be created. The team noted that in comparison tests, models created using HeartBEiT surpassed established methods for ECG analysis.
New discoveries about where atherosclerotic plaques rupture can lead to preventive treatments
A common cause of myocardial infarction and stroke is the rupture of atherosclerotic plaques. The exact location of plaque ruptures has previously been unknown, but now researchers at Lund University have mapped this. The research team has also identified an enzyme, a marker, that they hope will help predict who is at risk of having a myocardial infarction or a stroke due to a ruptured atherosclerotic plaque.
High copayments for novel therapies may reduce patients’ medication adherence
UCLA-led study shows that patients with diabetes and heart failure who have high medication copayments for novel therapies have a significantly lower chance of consistently adhering to these medications.
George Dangas, MD, PhD, Named President of Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions
First Mount Sinai cardiologist to hold this prestigious position
TVT 2023 Late-Breaking Science Announced
The Cardiovascular Research Foundation (CRF) announced that TVT: The Structural Heart Summit will feature 15 Late-Breaking Clinical Science studies. An annual meeting featuring cutting-edge research and techniques for structural heart interventions, TVT will take place June 7-10, 2023, at the Phoenix Convention Center – West in Phoenix, Arizona.
Racial disparities exist in use of statins to reduce heart disease risk, UTSW study shows
Black and Hispanic adults at risk of developing cardiovascular disease are less likely to take statin drugs than white adults with the same risk factors, UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers reported in JAMA Cardiology.