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    ESC 2024: TAVI “superior” to surgery in women with severe aortic stenosis

    CHOP physicians conduct first-in-human implant of MASA polymeric pulmonary valve

    Research project to determine how stretching and blood flow impact engineered heart valves

    InspireMD appoints James Barry as chief operating officer

    ControlRad Select imaging system gains FDA market clearance

    Ryan Egeland joins Big Sky Biomedical

    Reclassification with FFR of ambiguous lesions is safe

    TCT 2025: Selution SLR meets non-inferiority in de novo and in-stent restenosis trials

    Abbott’s Amplatzer Talisman gains FDA approval

    Dyspnoea and fatigue “warning signs of greater risk” for NSTEMI patients

    Philips launches DoseWise Portal radiation dose management software

    Randomised controlled trials must be simplified to sustain innovation

    LAA closure fails to achieve non-inferiority versus standard care in AF patients with high stroke and bleeding risks

    Alirocumab receives EC approval in established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease

    EuroPCR 2023: BIOADAPTOR trial shows non-inferiority of DynamX scaffold to DES for TLF at 12 months

    TCT 2017: Elixir Medical to reveal “a game-changing metallic drug-eluting stent platform”

    Study to directly compare Orsiro with Xience in STEMI patients

    Patient advocacy group says ESH guideline change will improve access to renal denervation

    AccuCinch ventricular repair system associated with favourable safety profile at 30 days

    Arterys partners with GE Healthcare to launch new cardiac imaging platform

    ESC 2022: SECURE trial finds “polypill” results in lower risk of cardiovascular events compared to usual care

    CVRx launches European Registry to monitor hypertension patients treated with Barostim neo device

    Valve replacement may better than vavluloplasty for aortic stenosis patients with end-stage renal disease

    Academic reputation does not determine following for interventional cardiology influencers

    Philips drives digital imaging innovations at ECR 2014

    TCT 2025 live blog

    Boston Scientific begins clinical trial enrolment in China for Promus Element everolimus-eluting stent

    St Jude Medical HeartMate 3 wins CARDIOSTIM-EHRA EUROPACE 2016 Innovation Award

    Non-invasive screening system “actively detects elevated LV end-diastolic pressure”

    ESC 2016: First head-to-head comparisons of prasugrel and ticagrelor shows no significant differences

    AHA 2024: Spironolactone misses primary endpoints in CLEAR SYNERGY trial

    Microport TARGET AC three-month sub-study results to be presented at EuroPCR

    New arterial hypertension guidelines update recommendations on the use of renal denervation

    First-in-human trial of regenerative coronary bypass graft to commence

    New study to evaluate safety of three-month DAPT with Xience in high bleeding risk patients

    Funding secured to further study of AI systems for cardiovascular health

    St Jude Medical to form cyber security medical advisory board

    Incoming St Jude Medical president and chief executive officer announces executive leadership team

    Abiomed given green light for RECOVER IV randomised trial

    Enrolment complete in BIOSTEMI study

    FAST III confirms non-inferiority of vFFR to wire-based lesion assessment

    AtriCure announces treatment of first patient in BoxX-NoAF clinical trial

    Sorin Group signs merger agreement with Cyberonics

    Data presented at ACC reinforce positive clinical outcomes for patients receiving Medtronic’s CoreValve System

    Enrolment begins in the ACIST-FFR multi-centre study

    CardioKinetix initiates landmark study of first-of-its-kind treatment for heart failure

    Boston Scientific begins enrolment in NECTAR-HF clinical trial

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    ESOC 2021: Non-traditional risk factors for heart attack and stroke rising more steeply in women

    HeartFlow and Longview terminate merger agreement

    US FDA gives approval to commercialise AI software to guide transcatheter procedures

    St Jude Medical shareholders approve merger with Abbott

    Protaryx Medical receives US FDA clearance for proprietary transseptal puncture device

    BI-204 shows positive results for prevention of events associated with atherosclerosis

    EMBLOK enrols 50th patient in TAVI embolic protection trial

    Data support use of AI to accurately estimate lesion-specific ischemia

    Terumo reaches agreement to acquire predictive analytics specialist Health Outcomes Sciences

    UK “lags persistently behind” the rest of Europe in its management of structural heart disease

    TCT 2017: Pooled analysis of Magmaris studies continue to show no instances of scaffold thrombosis at 12 months

    CardioCel now approved for use in the UAE

    Large nuclear cardiology laboratory slashes radiation dose by 60% in eight years

    New PLATO analysis evaluates the influence of high-sensitivity troponin biomarker status in NSTE-ACS patients managed with revascularisation or medical management

    Essential Medical completes enrolment in US IDE trial of Manta

    Statin use associated with a 50% mortality reduction after percutaneous coronary intervention

    COVID-19: FDA authorise blood purification device for treating virus

    TruLeaf Medical to commence clinical trial of RoseDoc two-stage TMVR system

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    Cardiovascular News’ top 10 most popular stories of May 2021

    CE mark for fourth generation Maya coronary balloon catheter

    FDA approves coronary use of XO Cross support catheter system

    Philips and Salesforce.com announce a strategic alliance

    Philips and the US government collaborate in ventilator production ramp up to combat COVID-19 pandemic

    Use of clinical support platform “reduces risk of kidney injury” from PCI

    Vivasure granted CE mark for world’s first fully bioabsorbable percutaneous closure device for large-bore transcatheter

    TAVI should be new standard of care for “inoperable” patients

    EU patients enrolled in REVERSE-IT trial of bentracimab for reversal of antiplatelet effects of ticagrelor

    Positive outcomes for Promus Element in Platinum China study

    ACURATE IDE results put spotlight on impact of valve under-expansion after TAVI

    Cardiologists can help to avert nuclear doomsday

    ESC 2024: Chronic coronary syndrome guidelines clarify role of revascularisation and strengthen imaging recommendations

    Vivasure Medical announces launch of the PerQseal large bore closure device

    Gene therapy trial seeks to reduce coronary graft failure

    ESC 2020 Congress: EMPEROR-Reduced finds reduced mortality risk in HFrEF patients using empagliflozin

    Tryton Medical enters into strategic agreement with Cardinal Health

    Sapien 3

    UK Patents Court makes initial decision on Edwards Sapien 3 and Boston Scientific’s patents

    Cell Therapy reports 100% MACE-free survival after two years in the Heartcel clinical trial

    Philips launches latest generation interventional guidance platform

    Neovasc to initiate TIARA-I Trial after receiving conditional FDA approval

    St Jude Medical launches EnligHTN Renal Denervation System at EuroPCR

    ACC 2018: Short-term DAPT after PCI in acute coronary syndrome patients is not safe

    NeoChord receives German NUB status 1 for DS1000 mitral valve repair system

    TCT 2017: Combo dual-therapy stent is non-inferior to Xience at one year

    AI

    AI-based algorithm could predict outcomes after cardiac surgery

    Toshiba’s Infinix DP-i X-ray system now compatible with its CAT-880B hybrid table

    AHA 2016: Mount Sinai cardiologists honoured

    Terumo brings Medis QFR 3.0 to US market

    Data presented at EuroPCR 2015 demonstrate strong performance of Synergy over four years

    Medtronic ranks on Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index for ninth consecutive year

    Transapical TAVI can be performed with comparable results to transfemoral TAVI in high-volume centres

    Smartphones can help to streamline hospital transfer for myocardial infarction patients

    Fantom Encore launched onto market

    Hospitalised COVID-19 patients at risk of developing heart failure

    Thrombus aspiration does not improve 12-month outcomes according to TATORT-NSTEMI trial

    Experience matters when stenting the left main

    Drug-coated balloons are not inferior to drug-eluting stents for treating stent restenosis

    Abbott announces CE mark for advancement of Absorb stent system for heart disease

    Lotus valve system demonstrates strong performance and safety profile at six months

    NICE recommends use of HeartLogic heart failure diagnostic

    Medtronic launches new aspiration catheter for coronary thrombus removal in USA

    Latest data “reassuring” on safety and effectiveness of transcatheter tricuspid interventions

    Automated alert tool “associated with a small decrease in contrast use” during PCI

    TCT 2021: Philips to showcase developments in its interventional portfolio

    SCAI highlights cath lab radiation and orthopaedic hazards

    Research suggests many patients may be safely discharged without opioids after cardiac surgery

    Pneumonia or sepsis increases risk of cardiovascular disease in first year by six fold

    Abbott’s Full MagLev HeartMate 3 LVAD receives FDA approval

    coronary artery bypass

    “Urgent” action needed to improve outcomes in women undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery

    ESC 2018: Greater use of PCI for high SYNTAX score patients may explain higher rate of all-cause death with FFR in FUTURE

    Renal denervation may be cost-effective for resistant hypertension

    EuroPCR 2021: Image-guided PCI study demonstrates non-inferiority of ultra-thin stent

    Corindus Vascular Robotics receives North American New Product Innovation Award in interventional cardiology

    FDA approves Solo Smart aortic pericardial heart valve

    Impact of mental stress on heart varies between men and women

    CoreValve shows “favourable performance” at long-term follow-up

    Jupiter Endovascular appoints Catalin Toma as chief medical officer

    EXCEL finds repeat revascularisations following both CABG and PCI lead to increased mortality

    TAVI may benefit certain heart valve patients, update society guidelines say

    First patients enrolled in Manta Ultra vascular closure device study

    Women fare better than men one year after transcatheter aortic valve implantation

    Ochsner Medical Center buys Toshiba cardiovascular X-ray technology

    EACTS 2023: On-X aortic valve “remains safe and effective with low dose warfarin”

    HeartWare acquires Circulite

    ACC.25: ALIGN-AR reports positive outcomes with dedicated TAVI device for aortic regurgitation

    AHA Scientific Sessions 2020 to be held virtually

    Enrolment completed in trial comparing PCI in diabetic patients

    Occlutech obtains CE mark for its Perimembranous ventricular septal defect occluder

    TAVI overtakes surgical aortic valve replacement in the USA

    Boston Scientific to buy cerebral protection system company

    STENTYS expands marketing of the self-apposing stent in South America

    AI

    US FDA approval for AI-powered left ejection fraction detection device

    TherOx granted FDA IDE Approval to study next-generation supersaturated oxygen therapy for AMI

    Robotic electrophysiology programme opens in south eastern USA

    One third of TAVI patients require permanent pacemaker within 30 days

    Two-year HORIZONS-AMI data continue to show superior efficacy for Taxus Express and bivalirudin in heart attack patients

    Medtronic launches VitalFlow ECMO system

    Women are still less likely to receive high-intensity statin therapy after myocardial infarction

    Childhood asthma may lead to thickening of left ventricle in adulthood

    FDA approves HeartMate II for destination therapy

    Study finds favourable delivery outcomes following bioprosthetic aortic valve replacement for women contemplating future pregnancy

    EuroPCR 2022: Single-digit pacemaker rates seen in TAVI with cusp overlap technique

    Terumo and Medis partner on coronary imaging technology

    Millipede 50mm annuloplasty ring used in first cases

    PCR LV 2017: Refining implantation technique and device iterations may improve pacemaker rate seen with Lotus

    ENHANCE early feasibility study of novel mitral repair system gets underway

    One-hour diagnosis of heart attack possible with Roche troponin T test

    Promus Element stent system launched in China

    Corindus receives Japanese PMDA approval for its CorPath GRX system

    UK has its first percutaneous mitral valve repair patients

    Clínica Universidad de Navarra implants Spain’s first SynCardia Total Artificial Heart

    Abiomed announces PROTECT III clinical data for protected PCI with Impella

    Miracor Medical’s PiCSO System receives CE mark

    Ziehm Imaging launches hybrid edition mobile C-arm

    Harmony transcatheter pulmonary valve gains CE mark

    Cost-effectiveness and updated efficacy data from Evolut Low Risk trial shared at CRT 2024

    FDA

    US FDA seeks to “modernise” clinical trials with new draft guidance

    Suzette Jaskie appointed as vice president Global Medical Affairs at Corindus Vascular Robotics

    VISION study concludes troponin is a benchmark for cardiac surgery risk

    Study to investigate if renal denervation can provide benefits beyond lowering blood pressure

    Valcare Medical appoints scientific advisory board to guide development of mitral annuloplasty device

    Marriage is good for the heart

    Native vessel PCI “no longer the default strategy” for patients with previous CABG

    CryoLife given CE mark for On-X Ascending Aortic Prosthesis

    Investors offer backing for developer of transcatheter mitral chord repair technology

    Philips launches IntraSight interventional applications platform

    FDA reviewer says no to cangrelor for PCI

    Lotus Valve System meets primary performance endpoint in REPRISE II trial

    TriNova TTVR system goes head-to-head with Evoque in randomised trial

    Atrial fibrillation related to PFO closure occurs early and is transient

    Enrolment complete for MiStent optical coherence tomography study

    Stress response may be reason for link between traffic noise and cardiovascular disease

    Resolute Integrity stent outperforms Promus Element stent for longitudinal strength

    Abbott’s next-generation PA pressure reader gains US FDA approval

    2015 TCT late-breaking trials announced

    TCT 2016: FDA approve Amplatzer PFO occluder device ahead of first report investigation presentation

    EuroPCR 2018: DIAB8 randomised study to compare Cre8 Evo with everolimus-eluting stents in diabetic patients

    COVID-19: European Commission looking to postpone new MDR by one year

    Significant mitral regurgitation is not an absolute contraindication for TAVI

    NeoChord announces completion of first-in-human case with NeXus TMVr technology

    TCT 2016: Valtech to host symposium about mitral and tricuspid valve repair

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    Cardiovascular News’ top 10 most popular stories of December 2021

    CoreValve Evolut can be used to treat intermediate-risk patients in the USA

    FDA clears QT Vascular Chocolate XD balloon

    First US patient treated in trial of Harpoon mitral valve repair system

    Study evaluates mesenchymal stem cell therapies for cardiac patients

    EACTS 2016: Positive one-year outcomes for Medtronic’s surgical aortic valve Avalus

    BASKET BALL trial of sirolimus-coated balloon in complex coronary disease gets underway

    Risk of premature cardiovascular death may be increased by extreme temperatures

    Cordella meets safety and efficacy endpoints in SIRONA 2 clinical trial

    First-in-man procedure follows US FDA breakthrough designation for NyokAssist PVAD system

    Early feasibility study of Siegel 8Fr TAVI valve launches

    Five-in-one polypill may halve risk of cardiovascular disease

    PCR Valves: EXPAND registry reports favourable outcomes compared to COAPT

    Teleflex announce acquisition of Biotronik’s Vascular Intervention business

    Guidelines recognise potential role for earlier endovascular treatment of uncomplicated type B aortic dissection

    heart attacks

    PICCOLETO IV trial investigating SAPT after DCB-PCI in high-risk population launches

    Medtronic commences Prevail Global study as it seeks coronary DCB approvals in USA and Japan

    FEops HEARTguide wins CSI Highlight of the Year Award

    BioCardia and Juventas to start phase II trial for heart failure treatment

    Longest available real-world follow-up data for Tendyne valve support use of device in select patients

    Endotronix submits premarket approval application to US FDA for Cordella pulmonary artery sensor

    Medtronic invests in Anteris Technologies, maker of DurAVR system

    Occlutech to launch atrial septal defect occluder in the USA

    ESC 2021: TOMAHAWK trial does not support early coronary angiography in cardiac arrest without ST elevation

    First patient treated in US trial of renal pelvic denervation technology

    510(K) clearance for Merit Medical’s SwiftNinja steerable microcatheter

    LEADERS Free Japan trial enrols first patient

    PROTECT study confirms long-term safety of drug-eluting coronary stents

    Boston Scientific enters into an acquisition option agreement with Millipede

    EuroPCR 2018: Positive data for renal denervation reignites interest in field

    Keith Dawkins appointed as chief medical officer at Shockwave Medical

    Axxess self-expanding stent is safe and effective at five years

    US FDA approval for Essenz heart-lung machine

    Medtronic ENDURANCE Supplemental trial of HVAD fails to meet primary endpoint

    Micell Technologies reduces clinical trial sample size for MiStent drug-eluting coronary stent based on early clinical data

    First patient treated in Cardiac Dimension’s TITAN II clinical trial

    NICE releases guidance to use hypothermia as a treatment option after cardiac arrest

    Sorin and Cyberonics announce appointment of LivaNova’s chief financial officer

    SAFEPASS 2 clinical study of the Emboliner embolic protection catheter

    Emboliner embolic protection device gains US FDA clearance

    Ablative Solutions strengthens its Scientific Advisory Board

    TCT Connect 2020: SOLVE-TAVI shows higher rate of stroke for balloon-expandable valve

    Cardiovascular Systems Micro Crown sustains high freedom from major adverse events at one year

    Affinity Fusion oxygenation system for adult cardiac surgery gets the CE mark

    Survey suggests that cardiology is one of the rudest specialties

    SELECT trial shows cardiovascular risk reduction in non-diabetics taking semaglutide

    SCAI publishes expert consensus statement on calcified coronary lesions

    Siemens Healthineers and HeartFlow to integrate CT and FFRct Analysis technology

    Three studies show benefits of Perceval sutureless valve

    First cases performed with AtriClip PRO-Mini LAA exclusion system

    Morph AccessPro steerable introducer gets CE mark approval

    STEMI patients “lose years of life” due to care delays during COVID-19 lockdowns

    Johnson & Johnson completes Abiomed acquisition

    Risk of cardiovascular events and death minimised by greater reduction of blood pressure than current guidelines recommended

    Salt consumption should be reduced to 1,500mg a day

    APPOSITION III clinical trial closes enrolment ahead of time

    FDA streamlines “compassionate use” application process

    TCT 2024: PEERLESS trial finds large-bore mechanical thrombectomy superior for intermediate-risk PE

    InfraReDx initiates CANARY clinical trial of LipiScan IVUS coronary imaging guidance

    Blood pressure levels are unreliable predictors of mortality and cardiovascular events in very elderly patients

    Bavaria joins board of directors at PECA Labs

    WomenHeart appoints three new members to its board of directors

    Micro Interventional Devices initiates STASIS first-in-man clinical study of Permaseal

    Woman patient

    Women face a higher risk of heart failure after STEMI

    Studies add fuel to debate over choice of surgical or transcatheter strategies in dual treatment of aortic and coronary disease

    First patients enrolled in study of pulmonary artery denervation treatment

    ESC 2018: Cardioskin launched

    Medtronic receives CE mark for Evolut FX TAVI system to treat severe aortic stenosis

    Volcano announces global launch of PrimeWire Prestige Plus pressure guidewire

    First patient enrolled in trial of the COBRA PzF nanocoated coronary stent system

    Miracor Medical raises €25M to support clinical and prepare commercial activities

    US trial to evaluate safety and efficacy of Amplatzer for patent ductus arteriosus

    Second Heart Assist announces further high-risk PCI cases using Whisper mechanical circulatory support device

    Three-quarters of patients have sustained results at very long-term follow-up after percutaneous balloon mitral valve valvuloplasty

    First patient enrolled in US arm of ALIVE pivotal clinical trial

    RSNA 2016: Toshiba Medical aims to transforms CT Imaging with the Llaunch of the Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition

    FDA approves ION Platinum Chromium stent system

    AI software integrated into GE Healthcare’s Vscan Air SL handheld ultrasound imaging system

    Cardiac CTA parameters predict post-TAVI mortality

    Moderate coffee consumption may be good for you

    “Absence of endorsement is not absence of evidence”: CX 2026 peripheral session raises sirolimus-versus-paclitaxel debate

    Women have a higher peri-procedural risk during percutaneous coronary intervention than men but similar long-term outcomes

    Medtronic announces 2045 net zero emissions ambition to combat climate change

    Micro Interventional Devices completes STASIS clinical trial enrolment

    Puzzle Medical receives breakthrough designation for its transcatheter pump device

    First clinical trial for Symplicity Renal Denervation System starts in Japan

    ACC.22: NACMI registry finds reducing rates of death among STEMI patients with COVID-19

    TCT 2024: Seven-year registry data confirm use of AI-enabled FFRCT

    First commercial procedures performed with Corindus CorPath GRX system

    HeartFlow submits premarket application for coronary plaque assessment

    Vascular Solutions acquires Zerusa Ltd, manufacturer of the Guardian haemostasis valves

    CRT 2026: Late-breaking data highlight growing adoption of angiography-derived fractional flow reserve

    NEJM publishes FAME II trial results revealing better patient outcomes with FFR-guided cardiac stenting

    Artificial intelligence predicts cardiac pump performance

    First transcatheter valve cases in Japan performed with Edwards Sapien valve

    Study shows women with migraines to be at higher risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality

    Cardiovascular News’ top 10 most popular stories of March 2022

    FDA approves Promus Element stent system

    Estrogen could help protect women from cardiovascular disease, new research shows

    CRT 2025: Improved haemodynamics seen with supra-annular TAVI system at two years in SMART trial

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    FDA issues class I recall for Spectranetics’ Bridge occlusion balloon catheter

    SHS invests in heart valve-repair start-up CoreMedic

    Rate of target vessel failure “significantly lower” after IVUS-guided PCI

    Abiomed gains FDA approval for Impella low profile sheath

    Re-evaluate use of anticoagulation in patients with atrial flutter

    Abbott receives expanded Medicare reimbursement for MitraClip

    AHA calls for awareness of medication-induced arrhythmias

    First UK Revivent-TC transcatheter ventricular enhancement procedure performed

    Woman patient

    ACC 2018: Four-step protocol improves outcomes in STEMI patients and eliminates gender disparities

    BrightHeart gains US FDA clearance for AI ultrasound software for detecting congenital heart defects

    Self-declared financial conflicts of interest do not seem to affect results

    SAFEPASS 2 clinical study of the Emboliner embolic protection catheter

    Emboline secures funding to support launch of embolic protection system

    PlaqueTec and RxCelerate collaborate on early phase drug discovery for coronary artery disease

    US FDA issues first draft guidance for AI-based medical device development

    VIVA 2021: Consensus established for appropriate use of IVUS in peripheral interventions

    Reprieve Cardiovascular announces funding and trial enrolment milestones

    FDA grant Cardiac Dimensions investigational device exemption approval to conduct study

    NeoChord receives CE mark for its DS1000 mitral valve repair device

    LIVE from TCT2014: Cerebral protection system reduces number of brain lesions after TAVI

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    Cardiovascular News’ top 10 most popular stories of April 2021

    Recurrent chest discomfort is the most common cause of readmission after PCI

    TCT 2024 hears early experience with high-definition IVUS system

    RenalGuard features in high-risk live case at CTO Fundamentals Course

    PulseCath’s iVAC 2L gains MDR certification

    First patients treated in United States with OrbusNeich Teleport Microcatheter

    US FDA approve HeartMate 3 heart pump for advanced heart failure patients not eligible for a heart transplant

    First patients enrolled in AMEND TS pilot study

    Fantom bioresorbable scaffold implanted for the first time in Italy

    Desyne BD Novolimus Eluting Coronary Stent System receives CE mark

    EuroPCR 2017: Switching to clopidogrel after one month reduces bleeding without increasing ischaemic events

    Charity believes NHS programme will leave hundreds of atrial fibrillation patients at risk of stroke

    Mediterranean diet without low-fat element reduces cardiovascular events

    Boston Scientific’s Agent DCB gains first US FDA coronary approval

    PreludeSync distal compression device now available globally

    Analysis charts “significant” growth of US TEER procedures since 2012

    30-day mortality is significantly lower with MitraClip

    Thoratec issues worldwide urgent Medical Device Correction Letter to update its labelling regarding the use of HeartMate II LVAS pocket system controller

    MagicTouch IDE-approved for small coronary artery disease study

    SCAI publishes radiation safety programme principles for cardiac catheterisation labs

    Visceral abdominal fat associated with newly-identified heart disease risk factors

    New imaging modality receives CE mark

    GUIDE-HF trial to evaluate whether CardioMEMS can improve survival and quality of life for people with NYHA Class II–IV heart failure

    AHA 2016: Low-dose rivaroxaban reduces clinically significant bleeding in PCI patients with atrial fibrillation

    Mayo Clinic using robot-assisted PCI for preclinical study on “telestenting”

    UK’S NICE issues draft guidance for acute management of STEMI

    Key learnings from Manta device study to be presented at TCT

    FAME II trial results published in New England Journal of Medicine

    ESC launches European standards to prevent repeat heart attacks

    Lotus Edge becomes third TAVI device on US market

    No difference in rate of adverse cardiovascular events when comparing anticoagulants

    Half of COVID-19 patients receiving echocardiograms show heart abnormalities

    CytoSorbents submits IDE application for US CytoSorb cardiac surgery trial

    BioCardia announces long-term partnership with StemCardia

    Pantera Lux Paclitaxel Releasing Balloon is launched during the EuroPCR meeting

    SCAI announces recipients of early career grant scheme

    Next-generation troponin T test from Roche cleared by US FDA

    Cytokinetics shares topline results from MAPLE-HCM trial

    EuroPCR 2019: VIVALL pilot study shows promise for safe use of Allegra heart valve in bioprostheses

    Global study shows widening disparity in mitral valve disease outcomes

    Genous stent demonstrates long-term safety and efficacy in large patient population

    HeartFlow FFRct Analysis receives four Blue Cross Shield endorsements

    Medtronic to study renal denervation in patients with moderate hypertension

    Morning exercise is the key to a good night’s sleep after heart bypass surgery

    AI

    AI-based aortic stenosis screening software gains US FDA breakthrough designation

    University of Münster bridges first patient to transplant with SynCardia’s Total Artificial Heart

    MANIFEST-17k registry shows promising safety performance for PFA

    Funding round closes in support of ConKay annuloplasty system for TR treatment

    LivaNova acquires Caisson Interventional

    Tryton Medical enrols first patient in the EXTENDED Access registry

    Therox launches new IDE study of its next generation super saturated oxygen therapy

    Successful first-in-man transcatheter clinical procedure with Revivent-TC System for heart failure completed

    Heart Valve Voice highlights opportunities to streamline valve disease care

    FDA 510(k) clearance and CE mark for AIR- BAND radial compression device

    CoreValve system sustains superior survival benefit over open heart surgery at two years

    US FDA plan shakeup of its 510(k) clearance programme

    Ian Meredith joins board of directors at Transverse Medical

    AI

    AI powered structural heart planning software gains US FDA clearance

    Safety and efficacy results of REDUCE study published in International Journal of Cardiology

    Study suggests a more proximal landing zone is preferred for TEVAR of acute type B aortic dissections

    Conformal Medical completes series D financing round

    IMDS launches microcatheter designed to improve lesion crossing in challenging anatomy

    Enrolment completed in European REMEDEE registry of Combo dual therapy stent

    Medtronic begins pilot study as part of SPYRAL HTN clinical programme for renal denervation in hypertension patients

    Artificial intelligence could enable life-saving early diagnosis and advance the treatment of pulmonary hypertension

    Roxwood Medical launches Micro14es extra support catheter

    More than 200 patients have been enrolled in Reva Medical’s study of Fantom device

    Carillon mitral contour system gains EU MDR certification

    HeartWare reports updated clinical data from the ADVANCE trial at EACTS meeting

    First procedure performed in SMART head-to-head TAVI study

    Medtronic exercises its option to acquire CathWorks

    Depression increases likelihood of non-adherence to medical therapy post-PCI

    Novel locking microcatheter could improve procedural success rates of chronic total occlusion PCI

    PCR e-Course 2020: DEFINITION II finds two-stent approach better than provisional in complex lesions

    More randomised trials needed in cardiothoracic surgery, says EACTS president

    Aktiia announces Series A funding round

    Abbott’s Navitor TAVI system receives CE mark

    FDA approves Abbott’s Epic Plus tissue valves for mitral and aortic valve replacement

    US FDA clears Elucid’s PlaqueIQ imaging analysis software

    Ian Meredith to become global chief medical officer of Boston Scientific

    Sapien XT launching in USA

    Medtronic receives US FDA approval of Affera mapping and ablation system and Sphere-9 catheter

    Pfizer Health Solutions launches OwnHealth Choice

    US FDA approves coronary indication for ReFlow’s Wingman

    Sirolimus-coated balloon “may represent a new approach to treating in-stent restenosis”

    ESC 2022: POST-PCI trial finds no benefit to routine functional testing in high-risk PCI patients

    LIVE from TCT: Acceptable acute safety profile of Tryton side-branch stent confirmed

    Second myocardial infarction twice as likely to occur non-culprit artery than in culprit artery

    Harpoon Medical enrols ten patients in Early Feasibility Study with 100% procedural success

    Tria

    Tria valves surpass 200 patient life years

    impella in preventing heart failure in stemi patients

    Impella heart pump approved for use in paediatric patients

    Heart failure after first myocardial infarction linked to cancer

    Sanofi and Regeneron publish positive phase 2 results for lipid-lowering PCSK9 antibody

    SCAI launches app to support appropriate use criteria in coronary revascularisation procedures

    The European Commission authorise use of evolocumab to reduce risk of myocardial infarction in patients with established cardiovascular disease

    NeoChord announces US$25 Million Series D financing to accelerate development of two transcatheter chordal repair programmes

    Orchestra BioMed secures additional capital from funding partners

    FDA announces cardiovascular risks added to rosiglitazone (Avandia) labels

    Location of tricuspid regurgitation predicts procedural success of percutaneous edge-to-edge repair

    Biosensors will market drug-eluting balloons manufactured by Eurocor

    PICSO system has potential to improve myocardial recovery after PCI

    Rehab programme after myocardial infarction helps to reduce death

    HeartFlow receives US FDA approval for Plaque and RoadMap analysis AI products

    Intracoronary infusion of progenitor cells can be performed safely

    Enrolment target met in ECLIPSE coronary atherectomy trial

    Three-year results of RANGO registry presented at EuroPCR

    Spectranetics completes acquisition of AngioScore

    ESC 2016: Bare metal stents inferior to drug-eluting stents for saphenous vein graft PCI at three years

    HeartFlow shares ten-year data from DISCOVER-FLOW study

    Fewer cardiovascular drugs being studied in clinical trials

    APEX-AV trial results of AlphaVac PE system published in JSCAI

    FDA pre-market approval for the Impella heart pump for high-risk PCI now includes Impella CP

    New European guidelines set to benefit heart failure patients in the UK

    Shockwave Medical to bring IVL to the Chinese market

    BIBA Medical launches international TAVI monitor

    Mediterranean diet linked to lower mortality in patients with a history of cardiovascular disease

    Prevalence of multiple organ failure among cardiogenic shock patients has steadily increased

    VenusP-Valve

    VenusP-Valve gains CE mark

    Medtronic launches Resolute Integrity Coronary Stent System in Japan

    Sunshine Heart to focus on neuromodulation for heart failure

    Registry for CoreValve system confirms positive clinical outcomes

    Head-to-head independent study shows use of GE Healthcare’s Visipaque leads to better image quality

    MedAlliance gains FDA breakthrough designation for sirolimus DEB treatment of de novo coronary lesions

    Ethnic and racial minority cardiologists face professional discrimination and exclusion

    Positive outcomes with MitraClip in two real-world studies

    NICE collaborates with US FDA on Payer Communication Taskforce

    Can haemodynamic parameters help to predict which patients will have poor outcomes after TAVI?

    Medtronic begins global clinical trial evaluating CoreValve system implantation in intermediate-risk patients

    Unique therapeutic approach to treating uncontrolled hypertension receives US$77 million financing

    AI models have potential in heart team decision-making, but beware blindspots

    TCT 2021: Studies show improved outcomes for high-risk PCI patients using Impella

    ESC 2019: Two-year findings of MITRA-FR continue to show no prognosis benefit with MitraClip

    CONFORM pivotal trial of CLAAS system begins enrolment

    Drug therapy may slow progression of aortic valve stenosis

    Trial seeks to demonstrate benefit of ultra-low dose X-ray technology

    Abbott’s Tendyne TMVR system gains US FDA approval

    Boston Scientific may have resolved issue with Lotus Edge device

    The results of the safety profile and efficacy of Lixiana study

    European trial data ‘reinforce’ safety profile and efficacy of Lixiana

    EuroPCR 2024: Coronary bioadaptor system shows sustained reduction of TLF at two years in BIOADAPTOR RCT

    MONITOR-HF trial results show improvement in quality of life scores for heart failure patients with CardioMEMS system

    Boston Scientific to acquire renal denervation technology developer SoniVie

    Poor sleep associated with increased risk of heart attack and stroke

    ACC 2023: Pulsed AF trial yields “promising” safety and efficacy results for PFA system

    COVID-19: US societies release joint consensus statement on treating myocardial infarction during the pandemic

    Proprietary antioxidant complex shown to safeguard DNA from radiation exposure during aortic procedures

    Coronary artery stenting combined with minimally invasive valve surgery may be an alternative to CABG and valve surgery

    SynCardia total artificial heart with SynHall valves receives CE mark approval

    FastWave Medical secures multi-million dollar private financing within weeks

    First patient enrolled in trial of Cysoni temporary pacing technology

    ESC 2017: Subanalysis of PEGASUS shows ticagrelor reduces cardiovascular death by 29% in patients with prior myocardial infarction

    Durability testing completed for Transcatheter Technologies’ prosthetic aortic heart valve

    Philips launch next-generation, image-guided therapy platform to enhance patient care and optimise lab productivity

    Long-term preclinical results of Xeltis’ restorative CABG graft presented at ISACB 2021

    Hostile environment: Cardiologists report high prevalence of discrimination and harassment in the workplace

    Stentys expands operations into four additional European countries

    Rick Olson named as new vice president of global sales operations at InspireMD

    ACC.21: Clopidogrel monotherapy trumps aspirin for long-term maintenance after PCI

    CRT 2019: Alert system is safe, quick, and has few complications

    Surgeons perform historic second transplant of a genetically modified pig heart into a human

    TCT 2017: Next-generation FFR system launched

    Therox to present new results for its supersaturated oxygen therapy at TCT

    “A huge loss to the cardiology community”: Tributes paid to Prof David Foley

    Intravascular Lithotripsy for coronary artery disease launched in Europe

    COVID-19: NHS staff show signs of mild depression

    Polymer-free coronary stent more effective and safer than bare metal stent in ACS patients

    ESC 2026: Tricuspid repair comes out on top versus medical therapy in trial among high-risk patients

    Trilogy valve gets US commercial launch

    Minimally invasive, leadless endovascular neuromodulation system introduced by Enopace Biomedical

    Realview Imaging gains FDA approval for Holoscope-i system

    Philips Minicare I-20 handheld devices receives CE mark

    US Endovascular and BrosMed enter into exclusive agreement to distribute coronary angioplasty catheters

    Elixir Medical submits approval for DynamX coronary bioadaptor in Japan

    Sentinel becomes first cerebral protection device to receive FDA approval

    EuroPCR 2023: Carbon dioxide flushing prior to TAVI may offer protection against brain injury

    Innovative cardiovascular systems announce first use of its next-generation Emblok embolic protection system in European feasibility study

    BioVentrix launches Revivent Myocardial Anchoring System at EACTS annual meeting

    Cleerly receives US FDA breakthrough designation for CAD staging system

    UK’s NICE consults on new hypertension draft quality standard

    Stephan Windecker (left) presents one-year outcomes from the TRISCEND study

    TRISCEND trial reports one-year outcomes in patients undergoing transcatheter tricuspid valve implantation

    US trial of Edwards’ self-expanding Centera valve begins

    Enrolment milestone reached in trial of angiography-based vessel fractional flow reserve in coronary revascularisation

    Medtronic begins clinical study of investigational pericardial surgical aortic heart valve

    Inhaled Xenon plus hypothermia may reduce myocardial injury after an out-of-hospital-cardiac arrest

    EuroPCR 2018: One- to two-year landmark analysis shows significantly lower target lesion failure with Orsiro vs. Resolute Integrity

    Carillon mitral contour system is associated with significant and sustained improvements in mitral regurgitation

    CardioNexus introduces CardioHealth Station at ACC Sesions 2011

    Robotic PCI associated with a 20% reduction in radiation exposure

    Abiomed acquires novel ECMO developer Breethe

    Edwards Lifesciences appoints its first US case observation site under Benchmark TAVI programme

    FFR-guided stenting improves outcomes with fewer devices

    ACC.21: Registry data show low rate of stroke at one year following LAAO with Watchman

    SYMPHONY-PE analysis finds early thrombectomy improves recovery in intermediate-risk PE

    ESC 2020 Congress: ISCHEMIA trial suggests invasive approach benefits high risk patients

    CardioLogical Solutions receives an additional patent for its aortic embolic protection devices designed to prevent stroke and other ischaemic complications

    AI

    US FDA approval for AI TAVI planning software

    Inquis Medical’s Aventus thrombectomy system found safe and effective for patients with PE

    Smart glasses guide remote support for pioneering TAVI procedure

    Homemade pelvic drape significantly reduces radiation exposure to the operator during transradial coronary interventions

    Highlight from ESC 2010: A SHIFT in heart failure treatment

    Pre-TAVI aortic regurgitation aids survival post-TAVI in mixed aortic valve disease patients

    Improved survival seen following TAVI explant compared to redo procedures

    Tria

    Foldax agrees manufacturing agreement with Dolphin Life Science India

    Experts update consensus on left atrial appendage closure

    Next-generation of HeartFlow launched

    Thoratec acquires Apica Cardiovascular

    Abiomed introduces third generation Impella CP heart pumps at SCAI 2017

    COVID-19: Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography to host virtual meeting

    TCT 2023: TRILUMINATE quality of life data point to benefit for patients with severe TR undergoing TEER

    Drug-eluting balloon found safe and effective for de novo lesions in Valentines Trial II

    Sunshine Heart submits IDE to FDA for C-Pulse Heart Assist System pivotal trial

    J&J launches Shockwave C2 Aero coronary IVL catheter globally

    Svelte Medical Systems announces European launch of Slender IDS

    Medtronic gains FDA approval for Onyx Frontier drug-eluting stent

    German court awards Edwards Lifesciences co-entitlement of Neovasc’s Tiara patent application

    Makkah’s cardiac hospital describes how it copes with yearly pilgrimage

    Toshiba launches Infinix Essential, repositions Infinix product line

    First patient enrolled in LEADERS FREE study

    Chilean centre treats five aortic regurgitation patients in a single day with Zeta TAVI system

    Ablative Solutions receives innovation award

    Trial shows potential of low-level microcurrent stimulation in heart failure

    FDA approves Gore Septal Occluder for use in Gore REDUCE clinical study

    TAVI costs comparable to surgery in low-risk patients, Canadian researchers conclude

    Nuloy coronary stent system gets CE mark

    Burden of aortic stenosis likely to challenge UK treatment capacity, researchers warn

    Atrioventricular interval modulation therapy granted US FDA breakthrough designation

    Societies publish data standards for cardiovascular endpoints in clinical trials

    New study will test personalised antiplatelet therapy

    InnovHeart announces first-in-human use of its Saturn mitral valve

    FDA approves RELIVE trial to assess the Jarvik 2000 device for destination therapy

    Benefit of epinephrine in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest countered by its neurologic effects

    Pioneering heart operation performed for the first time in Leicester

    Toshiba’s Aquilion RXL receives FDA clearance

    TAVI restricted to very old or very sick patients

    Mark Schwartz become vice president of Clinical Affairs at BioCardia

    First-in-man cross-country robotic coronary angioplasty performed in two Chinese centres

    Medtronic executive Shields appointed CEO at Versa Vascular

    Average age and income of US cardiologists on the rise

    CRT 2019: Early resorption and low complications demonstrated for Magmaris

    ESC 2018: British Heart Foundation to provide £30m for innovation in heart disease

    Radical changes required to ensure US women receive optimal healthcare

    Promising early results with new transapical TAVI device

    Positive results for iMOS Prime registry for the MGuard Prime embolic protection system

    HeartWare receives second patient allotment under continued access protocol for pivotal US bridge-to-transplant clinical trial

    ACC 2017: Wrist-worn heart rate monitors less accurate than standard chest strap

    Six month clinical outcomes of supralimus-sirolimus-eluting stent presented at EuroPCR

    AI

    HRS 2023: Researchers hope to use AI to “revolutionise” prediction of sudden cardiac death

    EMPACT-MI analysis “reassuring” on use of empagliflozin in patients with poor kidney function

    Philips completes acquisition of cardiac diagnostics specialist BioTelemetry

    CX Aortic Vienna

    Inaugural CX Aortic Vienna to take place online

    Bivalirudin use during percutaneous coronary intervention for non-ST segment-elevation acute coronary syndromes is associated with lower bleeding

    Siemens launches Luminos Impulse fluoroscopy system

    Combination of high-sensitive C-reactive protein with logistic EuroSCORE improves risk stratification in TAVI patients

    EAPCI Summit: Registry seeks to bridge ACS gender gap

    Translumina announces launch of dual drug polymer-free coated stent

    Renal denervation is safe and effective for moderate resistant hypertension

    Immune system linked to lower heart attack risk, suggests study

    Manual thrombus aspiration associated with a higher rate of direct stenting

    paclitaxel

    Meta-analysis finds a higher risk of death in the long term when paclitaxel-coated devices are used in the leg

    BioCardia shares early data from phase III CardiAMP cell therapy trial

    Admedus appoints Wayne Peterson as new chairman of the Board

    CroíValve reports successful first in human implants of its Duo tricuspid coaptation valve system

    Medtronic launches Resolute Onyx drug-eluting stent following CE mark approval

    WVU team performs pioneering combined robotic aortic valve replacement and coronary bypass procedure

    Slow progress made on gender balance in cardiovascular trial leadership

    ReValve Solutions announces first use of its Palmetto mitral valve replacement system

    Medtronic first to receive CE mark for less-invasive HVAD implant procedure

    Pitavastatin demonstrates promise for low incidence of drug-drug interaction

    Injectable gel could repair tissue damaged by heart attack

    Peijia Medical seeks EU MDR approval for GeminiOne TEER system

    FDA approves world’s first device for treatment of premature babies and newborns with an opening in their hearts

    Orchestra BioMed gains FDA nod to begin study of Virtue SAB sirolimus balloon

    WeHealth by Servier and MobioSense form a partnership to develop digital portable myocardial infarction detection test

    First patient enrolled in TRANSFORM-1 study of MagicTouch DCB

    RADIANCE-II renal denervation trial completes enrolment

    Cardiovascular robotics company secures €40 million series C financing round

    Portola Pharmaceuticals unveils data on Andexxa in patients with multiple types of Factor Xa inhibitor-related bleeds

    Adults with congenital heart disease may be at increased risk of post-traumatic stress

    First patient enrolled in BIOMICS study for CTO-PCI

    Caristo Diagnostics launched to commercialise new coronary CT image analysis technology

    HeartFlow enters into licensing agreement with Cedars-Sinai for AutoPlaque technology

    JenaValve names David J Drachman chief executive officer

    Long-term study finds QoL improvements in CABG patients despite complications

    Multicentre trial confirms efficacy of combined CT angiography and myocardial perfusion imaging using 320-detector row CT

    Embolic protection device company raises US$5million in series B financing for advanced device development and initiation of US clinical activities

    VOYAGER

    VOYAGER PAD analyses shed light on use of rivaroxaban in high-risk patient populations

    Results from BELLO and PACIFIER trials presented at EuroPCR

    ACC, AHA and SCAI lay roadmap for interventional cardiology training

    Biosensors receives CE mark approval for BioMatrix NeoFlex

    Key interventional cardiologists come together to form medical advisory board for robotics company

    MicroPort EP completes first clinical case observation on its cardiovascular catheter sheath

    Boston Scientific voluntarily recalls Fetch 2 aspiration catheter

    Clinical safety and efficacy of renal denervation with Symplicity system confirmed by the global SYMPLICTY registry

    Exenatide clinical data analysis shows no increased risk of cardiovascular events

    Boston Scientific and The Medicines Company will co-promote Promus Premier in USA

    ACC.25: Studies evaluate aortic stenosis referral and detection

    Scientists report on novel method for extending the life of implantable devices in situ

    Second successful annuloplasty performed using Micro Interventional Devices minimally invasive technology

    Jupiter Endovascular secures multimillion dollar financing round

    TCT 2023: Intellistent multi-lumen stent system for pulmonary arterial hypertension wins Shark Tank innovation prize

    Medtronic’s Resolute Stent delivers strong long-term results

    ACC.21: App speeds up time to PCI for STEMI patients

    Study highlights disparity in TAVI outcomes based on availability

    First patient enrolled in clinical trial assessing guideline-based heart failure management in primary care setting

    Nipro to acquire Infraredx

    ACC.21: FLOWER-MI finds no benefit to FFR-guided PCI in STEMI patients with multi-vessel disease

    SCAI issues updated expert consensus statement on cardiogenic shock

    Evoque becomes first transcatheter tricuspid system to gain US FDA approval

    Tirofiban hydrochloride meta-analysis presented at CRT 2016

    NICE guidance supports coronary drug-eluting balloon for in-stent restenosis

    HeartWare HVAD system receives US FDA approval

    Corona Regional Medical Center installs Toshiba’s Vantage Titan and Aquilon Prime systems

    Restenosis at routine control angiography increases risk of death at four years

    ACC 2024: AEDs used in a small number of cardiac arrest cases, despite proximity

    Precommercialisation of Serpentis drug-eluting stent announced

    Edwards Lifesciences acquires Harpoon Medical

    Harpoon Medical acquired by Edwards

    ACC.21: LAAO after heart surgery offers “new paradigm” for stroke prevention in AF patients

    Woman patient

    Myocardial infarction patients taken directly to heart centres have better long-term survival

    CroíValve completes funding round for study of Duo system

    US FDA approves IDE application for Katana thrombectomy system

    Inovise gains breakthrough designation for non-invasive heart failure management system

    JenaValve partners with American Society of Echocardiography to increase awareness of aortic regurgitation

    First patient enrolled in PROSPECT II study

    Precision medicine and upstream interventions in focus at TCT 2022 curtain raiser

    Heart disease risk may come from little known type of cholesterol

    Acarix submits breakthrough designation request to FDA for heart failure diagnosis tool

    Study finds adverse outcomes after decreased use of paclitaxel-coated devices

    What is the future of cardiovascular surgery?

    Circulation publishes special edition dedicated to disparities in cardiovascular medicine

    Study intensifies call for randomised trial in patients with bicuspid aortic stenosis

    LivaNova to delist from London Stock Exchange

    TCT Connect 2020: Disrupt CAD III meets safety and effectiveness endpoints

    SMARTFLOW study to assess diagnostic accuracy of AI-powered angiography image interpretation software

    Edwards Sapien XT valve granted FDA approval for aortic valve-in-valve procedures

    EuroPCR 2021: Late-breaking data demonstrate long-term benefits of Medtronic radiofrequency renal denervation in real-world hypertensive patients

    Sapien XT can now be used for valve-in-valve procedures

    Cordella pulmonary artery pressure sensor reaches 100-implant milestone

    Clinical hold of REGULATE-PCI following voluntary halt of trial by Regado

    Canon Medical launches Alphenix / Evolve Edition angiography system in Europe

    Risk-adjusted 30-day readmission rates are not associated with in-hospital quality of care

    Cardiovascular Systems enrols first subject in ECLIPSE coronary clinical trial

    Nearly half of US women unaware that heart disease is their primary killer

    Occurrence of stroke after coronary artery bypass graft surgery appears to be decreasing, study shows

    COVID-19 puts a spotlight on the need for investment in resources for cardiac surgery

    Ultromics completes US$33 million Series B funding round

    Female acute myocardial infarction patients experience worse outcomes when treated by male physicians

    First patient treated in US pivotal trial of cerebral protection device

    Philips announces LumiGuide 3D imaging technology availability in Europe and USA

    MedAlliance announces first patient enrolment in SELUTION DeNovo study

    Effects of short DAPT “consistent regardless of high bleeding risk and complex PCI”

    Medtronic gains FDA approval for its latest-generation TAVI system

    Eko and AstraZeneca announce digital cardiovascular health partnership

    NICE issues FAD recommendation of Xarelto to reduce risk of secondary events in acute coronary syndrome

    Women slightly more likely to die in the 30 days following a heart attack

    Percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale reduces migraine with aura days

    Stentys to acquire stent delivery technology for its next-generation of self-apposing stents

    SCAI 2023: George Dangas begins term as SCAI president

    Polymer-free stents have similar performance profiles, except in diabetes

    distal

    New randomised study investigating distal radial access, DISCO RADIAL, launches

    Svelte announces FDA approval to initiate a pivotal study of its coronary stent Integrated Delivery System

    North Carolina scientist awarded American Heart Association Population Research Prize

    Simbionix transoesophageal echocardiography training simulator helps learners master clinical skills

    Enrolment in COAST study of orbital atherectomy system completed

    InfraReDx receives FDA clearance for LipiScan IVUS coronary imaging system

    MedAlliance to be acquired by Cordis

    Blood test may predict heart, kidney risk for those with type 2 diabetes

    Boston Scientific among investors in latest financing round for 4C Medical Technologies

    Locking mechanism problems prompt Boston Scientific to recall all ranges of its Louts TAVI device

    Next generation TriClip gains CE mark approval

    Mini-crush vs. T-provisional techniques in bifurcation lesions

    CardioMech secures financing for mitral valve repair study

    Virtual ACC: PRECOMBAT finds PCI as good as CABG at 10 years in left main disease

    Juventas Therapeutics completes enrolment of phase I/II RETRO-HF trial

    TCT 2022: Pascal non-inferior to MitraClip in head-to-head trial in degenerative MR patients

    ACC 2017: Mary Norine Walsh assumes American College of Cardiology presidency

    AI helps smartwatch ECG sensors to detect structural heart disease

    SIS Medical announces publication of results of ISAR-CALC study for its high-pressure balloon catheter

    EACTS 2024: Digital “prehabilitation” programme reduces adverse events after cardiac surgery

    Report calls for US to prioritise health resources towards diagnosing and diseases like cardiovascular disease

    Drug-eluting stents are warranted for infarction

    Atraverse closes US$29 million to boost commercialisation of Hotwire transseptal access technology

    Resolute Onyx becomes first and only drug-eluting stent in Europe to have one-month DAPT indication for high bleeding risk patients

    Six-month results confirm no aortic regurgitation with Direct Flow Medical’s TAVI device

    EVEREST II study demonstrates MitraClip’s durable clinical benefits for patients with mitral regurgitation, two years after treatment

    Abbott receives CE mark for the next-generation Mitraclip

    Do not use balloon angioplasty to treat drug-eluting stent restenosis

    Xeltis established international clinical advisory board

    Tria

    Foldax receives US FDA approval to expand clinical study of novel biopolymer aortic heart valve

    US FDA approves Cordis’ Mynx Control venous vascular closure device

    Abbott initiates ABSORB II clinical trial

    TCT 2021: TAVI in low-risk patients is cost effective, PARTNER 3 finds

    FDA clears GE’s new Discovery IGS 740 mobile angiography system

    CRT 2021: Recre8 sub-analysis points to higher rate of clinically relevant bleeding in HBR patients during DAPT

    First-in-human implant of BeGrow stent performed in 24-day old baby

    MitraClip becomes first approved device for transcatheter mitral valve repair in Japan

    PCR Valves: Eight-year findings of NOTION I trial show comparable rates of mortality and stroke for TAVI and surgical valve replacement

    DeepQure receives IDE approval of extravascular renal denervation system to treat resistant hypertension

    NuVascular Technologies and Worcester Polytechnic Institute to commercialise stem cell treatment for heart damage

    Global Cardiovascular Awards return in 2025

    TransMedics Organ Care System heart technology used to perform the world’s first series of adult human heart transplants from donors after circulatory death

    EuroPCR 2024: Leaflet splitting device may offer efficient option for avoiding coronary obstruction during valve-in-valve procedures

    CE mark approval for Agent drug-coated balloon

    PECA Labs appoints new board members

    Too early to say that renal denervation is a failed therapy

    SonieVie

    Combination of chronic kidney disease and diabetes associated with a higher rate of death or MI among women undergoing PCI

    InspireMD CGuard reports positive results at EuroPCR 2015

    St. Jude Medical announces launch of the ViewMate Z intracardiac ultrasound system and ViewFlex Plus ICE catheter

    Successful use of SynCardia temporary Total Artificial Heart

    No significant differences between Watchman and Amplatzer in first comparison

    Positive results in Portico Transfemoral CE Trial reported

    Visualising calcified coronary arteries may be wake-up call to change lifestyle

    OpSens and Haemonetics enter into acquisition agreement

    Absorb shows positive one-year safety and efficacy results

    Heart bleeds associated with severity of heart failure

    JIM 2020: Weigh up early and late events in EXCEL to determine treatment for left main disease

    AtriCure’s launches EnCompass clamp in Europe

    Edwards Lifesciences issues an urgent field safety notice for Centera TAVI system

    Pie Medical Imaging announces launch of CAAS Qardia 2.0 echocardiography software platform

    DEEPER CORONARY trial of Spur system for coronary in-stent restenosis gets underway

    US FDA clearance for Hotwire transseptal access system

    EuroPCR 2017: Head-to-head study validates consistent performance of FFR microcatheter

    Paradise renal denervation system available in Japan

    Survival benefits similar in women and men in TAVI procedures with the CoreValve system

    BASIL-2 points towards endovascular-first revascularisation strategy in CLTI patients

    SCAI statement on new report showing heart disease deaths dropped significantly in past decade

    EACTS 2019: Leading cardiothoracic surgeon questions EXCEL trial’s conclusion

    Howard Herrmann appointed CMO for structural heart by Affluent Medical

    SCAI 2021: ISCHEMIA trial population not reflected in real-world patients

    Unique 3D-printed heart valves could reduce TAVI paravalvular leakage rates

    Initial results of Sikelia transcatheter heart valve shared at TCT 2024

    First patient enrolled in COSIRA-II trial of Neovasc Reducer

    Ninety-day readmission and mortality found to be higher among Black patients following PCI

    FDA approves RADIANCE-II study of Paradise ultrasound denervation system

    OrbusNeich launches its Azule Cobalt Chromium stent

    PCR London Valves 2025 hears latest data from LANDMARK trial of Myval TAVI device

    Artivion announces meaningful all-cause mortality reduction in AMDS PERSEVERE trial

    CeloNova announces FDA approval to start a Cobra PzF coronary stent system randomised trial

    Cardiac Dimensions receives positive reimbursement decision for 120 hospitals across Germany

    Catheter Precision’s VIVO 3D mapping system secures reimbursement in NHS England’s SSDP

    First patient enrolled in continued access protocol trial of heart transplant technology

    CardioCel to be launched in Canada

    SCAI updates consensus guidelines on cath lab standards

    Societies collaborate to develop universal heart failure definition

    New drugs steal the spotlight at the ESC Congress 2009

    SpectraWAVE eyes commercial expansion of its HypreVUE intravascular imaging system

    Funding secured to accelerate study of mitral posterior leaflet management system

    First patient treated in phase II STOP-HF trial of stem cell therapy for cardiovascular disease

    Genous stent is a safe and effective option in STEMI patients

    Vivasure Medical submits premarket approval for PerQseal Elite vascular closure device

    First patients treated with reSept ASD occluder in IDE trial

    13-strong surgical team in training to implant new total artificial heart

    Abbott to present new data for key vascular products at TCT 2011

    Xeltis secures funding to progress clinical trials

    Trifecta valve closely resembles haemodynamic performance of natural valve

    TAVI company Direct Flow Medical closes after failing to secure funding

    Robocath launches FIH clinical study of second-generation robotic system in coronary artery disease

    First patient enrolled in Vessix sham-controlled study

    BioStable Science & Engineering completes direct de novo application to FDA for an aortic annuloplasty device

    Boston Scientific enters renal denervation market with the acquisition of Vessix Vascular

    Medtronic releases results of SYMPLICITY HTN-3

    No advantage with beta-blockers post PCI for stable angina patients without prior myocardial infarction

    Recommendations for the use of embolic protection devices during saphenous vein graft intervention may need revising

    Favourable MitraClip trial data from initial presented at ACC 2015

    RANGO registry reports long-term safety and efficacy of Angiolite DES

    TARGET study demonstrates TR reduction with Cardiovalve system

    EuroPCR 2017: Lotus TAVI device has superior efficacy to CoreValve at one year

    Heart Research UK awards grant to University of Leeds to develop new heart failure treatments

    New JACC publication reinforces valve of a coronary CTA + HeartFlow Analysis-guided pathway for diagnosing heart disease

    Biotronik advances clinical evaluation of latest generation DREAMS scaffold

    US FDA classifies HeartWare HVAD power issues as a Class I recall

    TVT 2019: PASCAL system may be beneficial for managing tricuspid regurgitation

    New 7T MRI research system ready for future clinical use

    EuroPCR 2017: No stent thrombosis with Resolute Onyx drug-eluting stent 2mm

    Data at JIM show bio-engineered stent may be good choice for patients not suitable for antiplatelet therapy

    TRIUMPH trial of Laplace TTVR system gets IDE approval

    First mobile CT scanner launched in UK

    PCR e-Course 2020: Evolut Low-Risk trial confirms TAVI is non-inferior to surgery, and establishes it is cost-effective

    STS 2020: Harness the power of Twitter to give your research greater impact

    Siemens delivers advanced cardiovascular CT training with the British Institute of Radiology

    Results from EXTRACT-PE trial of Penumbra’s Indigo aspiration system published

    Ringer perfusion balloon catheter gains US FDA approval

    ACC.25: Cerebral embolic protection found not to reduce stroke in BHF PROTECT TAVI trial

    STS 2021: Five-year COMMENCE results favour Resilia tissue aortic valve

    New data from EVOLVE clinical programme demonstrate SYNERGY success

    SCAI survey shows heart patients’ quality of life significantly improved after angioplasty

    New guideline: ASA no longer recommended to prevent first stroke, heart disease

    “This is the tip of the iceberg” warns BHF as cardiothoracic surgeries cancelled

    Advantage of guided de-escalation of dual antiplatelet therapy seen in younger patients

    ESC guidelines recommend prasugrel for patients with NSTEMI and unstable angina

    Optiflow arterial cannulae family launched onto the USA

    Mind the gender gap: Addressing inequalities in interventional cardiology

    CRT 2021: Three-year COMPARE ABSORB results show similar TLF rate between Absorb scaffold and Xience stent

    InnovHeart secures US$24 million finance package

    Heart Research UK award £250,000 to researchers developing AI test for coronary heart disease

    Renal stenting lowers blood pressure in patients with severe hypertension, HERCULES trial shows

    First-in-human implants of Caisson Interventional’s percutaneous mitral valve device performed

    First US implantations of TriCinch Coil tricuspid valve repair system performed

    Positive results for LivaNova’s Perceval sutureless valve

    TCT 2016: St Jude Medical to highlight latest cardiovascular portfolio

    Philips acquires cloud-based population health management solution provider VitalHealth

    ACC 2019: Less bleeding with one-month DAPT than standard therapy, with no increased ischaemia

    Medinbox launches latest proctoring and remote learning platform for cath labs

    MDR comes into effect across EU

    Funding secured to advance development of Pulse IVL system

    Puzzle Medical wins 2022 TCT Shark Tank innovation competition

    EnligHTN I results presented at TCT

    FDA Advisory Committee to review AngelMed Guardian system for pre-market approval

    Paying patients less likely to develop complications after cardiac surgery

    US FDA announces plans to address medical device shortage risks

    i-cor synchronised cardiac assist system recieves CE mark

    Research finds poor level of surveillance following aortic dissection repair

    AHA 2016: Mortality rate with FFR-guided treatment of multivessel disease is unexpectedly high

    COVID-19: NCDR Chest Pain-MI, CathPCI registries to review effect of virus on heart disease patients

    Registry data hint at promise for TMVR system in MAC

    Drug-eluting coronary stents using biodegradable polymer significantly improve overall clinical outcomes

    St Jude Medical launches Optis mobile system in Japan and Europe

    “We all need the strength” to challenge unacceptable behaviour

    Site-less model helps to improve diversity in PREVUE-VALVE study

    Corvia Medical InterAtrial shunt device receives CE mark

    Live 3D TEE capability can increase visualisation for intracardiac repair

    AHA 2020: Sinomed announces positive safety and efficacy data from PIONEER III study

    Medtronic’s Evolut FX+ TAVI system gains CE mark

    “Positive” 30-day outcomes for patients receiving Optimum transcatheter aortic valve

    ACC issues clinical guidance on cardiovascular consequences of COVID-19

    Survival benefit of early intervention in non-STEMI patients is independent of other factors

    First US commercial cases performed using Protaryx transseptal puncture device

    St Jude Medical launches new Trifecta GT tissue valve in the USA

    Cordis expands its interventional cardiology portfolio with full US launch of radial products

    RenalGuard significantly reduces acute kidney injury during TAVI

    EuroPCR 2019: PCR issues statement on edge-to-edge repair in heart failure management with secondary MR

    Longer treatment times found for heart attack patients with history of bypass graft surgery

    Faster full strut coverage with self-apposing stent

    ESC 2026: CT-derived fractional flow reserve helps reduce rates of invasive angiography in stable CAD patients

    Stentys sirolimus-eluting stent confirms best-in-class performance at three years

    MitraClip is safe and effective for non-central degenerative mitral regurgitation

    Trisol shares early results of TTVR system in severe to torrential TR

    Catheter-based ultrasound technology lower resistant hypertension, SOUND ITV study shows

    New data examine mortality rates and cardiac damage in early-stage aortic stenosis patients

    FastWave Medical announces successful 30-day first-in-human data on Sola IVL technology

    ESC 2022: AI outshines sonographer echocardiogram assessment in EchoNet-RCT

    Boston Scientific completes acquisition of Atritech

    Women with idiopathic intracranial hypertension at twice the risk of cardiovascular disease

    CRT 2024: SAFE-MCS finds reduction in bleeding for high-risk PCI patients with bleed monitoring system

    AVS’s pulsatile IVL technology attracts an additional US$8.8 million to close US$28.8 million Series B round

    STENTYS appoints medical device executive to its Board of Directors

    Bicuspid TAVI outcomes as good as those for tricuspid

    St Jude Medical launches trial of Amplatzer Amulet left atrial appendage occluder

    FDA approves Medtronic’s CoreValve Evolut R

    Biotronik announces positive long-term safety outcomes from BIOSOLVE-I study

    Boston Scientific announces positive PINNACLE FLX study results

    Martha Goldberg Aronson joins Cardiovascular Systems board of directors

    Tria

    First clinical results for Tria biopolymer valve published

    First implant of St Jude Medical’s Portico transcatheter heart valve

    Arterys receives 510(k) clearance for its cloud-based medical image visualization and quantification software

    CE mark for TIVUS device

    FDA panel backs use of Sapien valve for high-risk surgical patients

    New study will investigate role of robotic angioplasty

    Open surgery remains a well-accepted as option to treat challenging aortic arch

    Abbott’s latest-generation Ultreon software gains FDA approval, CE mark

    SCAI publishes statement on standards for quality assessment and improvement in interventional cardiology

    MicroPort completes patient enrolment of VitaFlow pre-market clinical trial

    Total Artificial Heart receives FDA’s humanitarian use device designation

    ACC.21: Pandemic has seen burnout “double” among cardiology professionals

    Toshiba receives US FDA clearances for new CT reconstruction tech and Vantage MR software

    Trial comparing TAVI and SAVR in aortic regurgitation enrols first patients

    Boston Scientific completes acquisition of Sadra Medical

    Group therapy can promote cardiovascular health, according to study

    HOST-IDEA sub-analysis uncovers differences in ultrathin stent platforms

    Biotectix announces licensing agreement with Acutus Medical for the use of Amplicoat on cardiac catheters

    REDUCE Clinical Study on target to impress, claims Gore

    OrbusNeich’s Combo Dual Therapy stent featured at JIM

    BIOMAG-I two year results confirm safety and efficacy of Biotronik resorbable magnesium scaffold

    Edwards lifesciences launches physio tricuspid heart valve repair ring

    ESC 2017: Rivaroxaban significantly lowers risk of stroke, cardiovascular death, and myocardial infarction in patients with coronary artery disease

    FDA approval granted for Mitris Resilia mitral valve replacement

    SERVE-HF sleep apnoea trial fails to meet primary endpoint

    TMVI in inoperable patients is feasible but mortality high at one year

    Only 16% of patients participate in a formal exercise programme after cardiac hospitalisation

    Preliminary results of CT angiography method for assessing haemodynamic significance of coronary lesions released

    PCR Valves: ACTIVATION trial finds no difference in one-year mortality or rehospitalisation from PCI prior to TAVI

    Drug-eluting balloon revenue to more than double by 2019

    Heart failure patients benefit from MitraClip therapy, PERMIT-CARE trial shows

    FDA clears Ilumien system, the first and only combined FFR and OCT system

    Timing DAPT based on risk score may reduce risk of adverse events

    Fresenius Medical Care acquires Xenios AG

    Successful first human implants of the Tendyne Transcatheter Mitral Valve Implant

    ACC.21: Apixaban not superior to standard of care following TAVI

    Bioresorbable stent one step closer to becoming a reality

    Medtronic begins transcatheter aortic valve trial in Japan

    Symplicity renal denervation system demonstrates significant and sustained blood pressure reduction out to three years

    First cases completed in SPIRARE I trial with Vertex system

    Medtronic completes CathWorks acquisition and invests in Pulnovo

    Venair collaborates on leading research project with Georgia Institute of Technology

    CRT 2019: Three-year data shows trend towards lower target vessel failure with Orsiro vs. Resolute Integrity and Synergy

    VDYNE secures funding for studies of tricuspid valve replacement device

    IVL

    Cardiovascular Systems announces development of IVL technology for the treatment of coronary and peripheral arterial diseases

    MitraClip system gets US Medicare National Coverage Determination

    The time for change is now: Call for action over “ageing and unbalanced” cardiothoracic surgery community

    YorLabs’s intracardiac imaging system used for first time following US FDA clearance

    Augmented reality surgical technology unveiled by Philips and Microsoft

    Ultrasound has potential for detecting potential heart attacks and stroke before symptoms arise

    Study shows no safety risk in allowing patients to eat prior to cardiac catherisation

    First patient enrolled in the Gore REDUCE clinical trial in the UK

    Ismail El-Hamamsy named as president of Heart Valve Society

    Diesel pollution linked to structural and functional heart damage

    FDA approval for SafeCross transseptal RF system

    Xience stent receives US FDA approval for short-duration DAPT

    Direct Flow Medical receives CE mark for transcatheter aortic heart valve system

    Meta-analysis raises questions about ischaemia-driven revascularisation

    Nonagenarians should not be denied TAVI based solely upon age

    Edwards receives IDE for trial of heart valve tissue treatment platform

    First cohort of patients enrolled in FANTOM II clinical trial

    Medtronic announces co-promotion agreement with CathWorks, with path toward acquisition

    JenaValve raises US$100 Million to advance Trilogy TAVI system

    Stentys begins large-scale study with its self-apposing stent for treatment of heart attacks

    SeptRx begins CE mark trial of intrapocket PFO occluder

    ACC 2017: No significant differences in two-year morality between bicuspid and tricuspid aortic stenosis patients undergoing TAVI

    COVID-19 patients at greater risk of death after cardiac arrest

    Japanese study finds high survival rates with use of Impella heart pump

    DynamX coronary bioadaptor gains approval from Japanese MHLW

    Music therapy improves patient experience during PCI and shows promise for fine tuning cardiovascular parameters

    ACC.22: TAVI patients treated with edoxaban see fewer incidences of leaflet thrombosis compared to DAPT

    All-cause mortality lower in patients treated with TAVI at one year

    Investigator-led initiative supporting PE research launched

    Edwards Sapien Transcatheter Heart Valve shows positive one-year outcomes in post-market study

    Toshiba’s Infinix 4DCT receives FDA clearance with Aquilion PRIME CT configuration

    Promus Premier Everolimus-Eluting Platinum Chromium Stent System receives CE mark approval

    US FDA grants IDE approval for PROACTIVE-HF 2 study of Cordella pulmonary artery sensor

    Evolocumab significantly reduces risk of cardiovascular events

    Mild-to-moderate chronic kidney disease no longer associated with worse outcomes after PCI

    Inspiron sirolimus eluting stent receives CE mark approval

    Recently identified genetic heart disorder often deadly for young patients

    Cardionovum to launch two drug-eluting balloon dilatation catheter product families at EuroPCR 2012

    Complete revascularisation achieved in one quarter of patients with acute MI complicated by cardiogenic shock

    Soundbite Medical gains fifth US patent for its plaque modification technology

    EuroPCR 2018: No significant difference in bioprosthetic valve dysfunction between surgical and TAVI devices at six years

    Use of CoreValve is as safe and effective as surgery in low risk patients at two years

    Medtronic to initiate clinical study of Drug-Filled Stent following successful preclinical results

    TriGUARD 3 given CE mark for embolic protection during TAVI

    SoloPace announces US FDA clearance and first-in-human use of TAVI temporary pacing system

    Toshiba launches single-lane SPDT switches supporting 3rd generation PCI Express

    First single monthly injection of a PCSK9 Inhibitor approved in the USA

    Alleviant Medical to commence pivotal trial of no-implant atrial shunt in HFrEF patients

    Resverlogix completes enrolment in ASSURE trial for patients with coronary arterial disease

    First patient enrolled in REPRISE II trial to evaluate the safety and performance of the Lotus Valve System

    Corus CAD test outperforms myocardial perfusion imaging in new study

    New closure system for TAVI and mitral valve surgery approved

    A coordinated strategy provides the best outcomes for aortic arch treatment

    HeartBeam expands software platform to cover unstable angina

    ESC 2018: TMVI associated with “excellent outcomes” for valve-in-valve procedures

    Promus stent approved in Canada

    Badhwar elected STS president with focus on “excellence, evidence and impact”

    Neovasc announces first human implant of Tiara transcatheter mitral valve

    Boston Scientific launches Promus Element Plus PtCr stent system in Europe

    Anteris Technologies reports successful deployment of DurAVR in challenging valve-in-valve case

    New ultrasound contrast agent receives FDA approval

    TAVI holds up to SAVR at seven years on durability in PARTNER 3 trial

    “Use of TAVI to increase in Europe as reimbursement becomes available in more countries”

    Elixir will stream its first live case transmission of Desolve at TCT

    CardioCel shows no evidence of calcification after seven years in long-term follow-up to phase II trial

    Philips launches Ultrasound Workspace at ACC.22

    VenusP-Valve

    Health Canada approves VenusP-Valve transcatheter pulmonic valve replacement system

    Latest statistics show heart failure on the rise

    On-X Life to launch Chord-X mitral valve chordal repair system

    Multicentre study demonstrates 3D Echo image analysis with Philips’ HeartModelA.I. is accurate and reproducible

    New survey will explore international barriers to adopting TAVI

    CathWorks’ FFRangio system gains approval under EU MDR

    Biosensors to commercialise BMX-J drug-eluting stent system in Japan

    Study shows predictor of adverse events after valvular interventions

    Roxana Mehran named ACC president

    Pantera Lux paclitaxel releasing balloon for restonic coronary artery lesions after drug-eluting or bare metal stenting shows positive results

    Interim data from PROACT study confirm patients with On-X Plus 1.5 valve may be safely maintained at anticoagulation levels below current recommended guidelines

    More than half of women have sexual dysfunction in the year after a myocardial infarction

    Global registry charts pandemic’s impact on TAVI volumes

    Abbott completes acquisition of St Jude Medical

    EuroPCR 2021: Meta-analysis supports elective coronary revascularisation

    New way to regenerate hearts after myocardial infarction identified

    Paclitaxel coated balloons have lower risk of mortality in coronary arteries at three years than control treatments

    STS 2023: Risk assessment tool “sets a high bar” when considering alternatives to surgery in mitral valve repair

    Urgent action needed to address growing burden of heart failure

    EMPOWER trial to study Carillon mitral contour system

    Swiss parliament votes to accept US FDA-approved medical devices

    LIVE from TCT: Promising results for novel drug-filled stent

    Daiichi Sankyo initiates ENVISAGE-TAVI AF study to investigate once-daily edoxaban in atrial fibrillation undergoing TAVI

    St Jude Medical announces next-generation PressureWire for FFR measurement

    Twenty thousand patients have now been treated with RenalGuard therapy

    ReCor Medical receives the CE mark for its second generation ultrasound-based Paradise Renal Denervation System

    Paragonix files 510(k) pre-market notification with FDA for Sherpa Perfusion cardiac transport system

    LivaNova to buy TandemLife

    Magnesium 1,000 programme reveals high deployment success for Biotronik’s Magmaris scaffold

    Home-based therapy can help to reduce anxiety and depression in cardiovascular patients

    Alexander J Denner appointed to The Medicines Company Board of Directors

    EuroPCR 2018: First-in-human study of Leaflex Performer for aortic stenosis initiated

    Substantial reduction in tricuspid regurgitation reported in 30-day outcomes of CLASP TR study of Pascal device

    Data on Paragonix SherpaPak cardiac transport system in complex heart transplants released at American Transplant Congress

    Physician safety and stent savings with robotic-assisted PCI to be presented at CRT 2015

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