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    First Revivent TC ventricular enhancement procedure for ischaemic cardiomyopathy performed

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

    Carmat sets date for resumption of implants of artificial heart system

    FAME 3: PCI shown to be more cost effective than CABG

    Twisting of the heart may predict mitral valve surgery outcomes

    EuroPCR 2019: Renal denervation linked to reduction in subclinical atrial fibrillation

    First 10-year report of TAVI durability indicates a low rate of structural valve deterioration

    Neither valve design nor approach affect stroke rate after TAVI

    CE mark for device that repairs heart defects

    iVascular receives CE mark for Navitian microcatheter

    Serjan D Nikolic is new vice president of therapy development at BioVentrix

    Early treatment with Helix system improves ejection fraction and symptoms

    ACC.25: Evolut Low Risk trial shows comparable rates of all-cause mortality and stroke with TAVI and surgery at five years

    First US commercial case performed using Tryton Side branch stent

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

    First patient randomised in RESPONDER-HF trial of Corvia atrial shunt

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

    Medtronic CoreValve system gains CE mark for new subclavian approach to TAVI

    Replagal shows significant benefits in women with Fabry disease

    First-in-human study of Cardiac Leaflet Enhancer reaches enrolment milestone

    Non-invasive FFR tool gains US FDA clearance

    Medtronic releases Resolute Onyx drug-eluting stent in Japan

    Mesoblast receives European clearance to begin trial of allogeneic stem cell treatment for heart attacks

    50th patent for HeartFlow secured

    Desolve bioresorbable scaffold continues to show low MACE rate at three years

    FDA approves Boston Scientific’s Promus Premier coronary stent

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    Cardiovascular News’ top 10 most popular stories of January 2023

    TCT 2024: Drug-eluting resorbable scaffold proves cost effective at one year in LIFE-BTK analysis

    ACC.22: FFR-guided PCI non-inferior to IVUS for intermediate coronary stenosis

    First patient enrolled in PROSPECT II study

    Medtronic agrees to invest in TMVr device development

    Tria polymer mitral valve gains Indian CDSCO approval

    Mentice and Siemens Healthineers aim to bring a virtual patient to the angio-suite

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

    ESC 2017: CABG is the “preferred strategy” for multivessel revascularisation in patients with type 1 diabetes

    Enrolment target met in ECLIPSE coronary atherectomy trial

    Biotronik nets short DAPT and calcified lesion indications for Orsiro Mission DES

    FDA clears Emerge Balloon Dilatation Catheter

    AtriCure’s launches EnCompass clamp in Europe

    EACTS 2017: Vascular Graft Solutions to hold symposium on venous external support

    Decreased ACE2 levels found in ageing and cardiovascular disease can increase likelihood of severe COVID-19

    First two US patients receive Trisol tricuspid valve

    Corvia atrial shunt fails to reduce heart failure events in REDUCE LAP-HF II trial

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

    CONFORM pivotal trial of CLAAS system begins enrolment

    Medrad Interventional introduces next generation Fetch2 aspiration catheter

    Funding secured to accelerate study of mitral posterior leaflet management system

    IDE approval for BioFreedom US trial

    Cardiologists share COVID-19 insights

    PCR Valves: Valve-in-valve replacement should be standard of care for high-risk patients

    TCT 2026: VERITAS trial reports out to one year for Amulet 360 LAA occluder

    Combined CT coronary angiography and myocardial perfusion imaging using 320-detector row CT help to identify flow-limiting lessions requiring revascularisation, CORE320 study shows

    TVT 2018: Positive results for Manta large bore closure device

    First patients enrolled in high-risk PCI study of Supira pVAD

    AATS joins as surgical partner of New York Valves meeting

    First patient enrolled in left main study of Xposition S

    SonieVie

    SoniVie receives FDA IDE approval for pilot study to treat hypertension with renal artery denervation TIVUS technology

    Ischaemic tolerant stem cells produce significant improvement in cardiac function after heart attack

    FDA panel split on risk and benefit of Symplicity Spyral renal denervation system

    MediLive realises innovative medical lessons in 3D

    EACTS and STS guidelines recognise aorta “as an organ in its own right”

    “Considerable” reduction in PCI-related radiation reported in last decade

    Radical changes required to ensure US women receive optimal healthcare

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

    ACC launches criteria for evaluating stable ischaemic heart disease tests

    First-in-human trial of next-generation robotic PCI system completes enrolment

    Looks do matter—patients claim what doctors wear is important

    TruLeaf Medical to trial “two-stage” TMVR platform

    Gentuity HF-OCT imaging system receives FDA clearance

    New publication highlights performance of iVascular’s Essential pro DCB

    NICE recommends use of HeartLogic heart failure diagnostic

    TCT 2026 live blog

    Getinge Group and subsidiary Maquet Cardiovascular sign agreement to acquire Atrium Medical

    Boston Scientific launches Promus Element and Taxus Element Stent Systems in India

    Cathbot completes enrolment in clinical study of robotic-assisted PCI in China

    US FDA approve EchoMD AutoEF software for calculating left ventricular ejection fraction

    CE mark for cloud-based monitoring platform Impella Connect

    Edwards Lifesciences acquires Harpoon Medical

    Harpoon Medical acquired by Edwards

    LATERAL study offers positive overall results for Medtronic HVAD

    Boston Scientific appoints new chief medical officer for interventional cardiology

    TCT Connect 2020: REFLECT II trial assesses TriGuard 3 embolic protection device in TAVI patients

    Ticagrelor may not be superior to clopidogrel in ACS patients undergoing PCI

    Study finds reasons for hospital-level variations in bleeding post-angioplasty remain unclear

    PCR London Valves hears first results from NeoChord Nexus mitral repair device

    Promising early results with new transapical TAVI device

    COVID-19 “lays the foundation for a digital shift in cardiovascular care”

    Older patients “unaware” of heart valve disease risks

    Cardiac Implants announces successful adjustment procedure using its Tri-Ring device to treat TR

    Edwards gains CE mark for Pascal Precision system for mitral and tricuspid regurgitation

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

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

    Chinese study suggests STEMI patients had increased mortality risk during COVID-19 pandemic

    Berlin Heals announces closure of second round funding for cardiac microcurrent system

    No sex difference seen in outcomes for transcatheter tricuspid valve intervention

    EuroPCR 2021: Philips shares cardiac imaging and software developments

    St Jude Medical collaborates with Mended Little Hearts to produce The Mended Little HeartGuide

    Pamela B Morris to be next American College of Cardiology scientific session vice chair

    Access to automatic external defibrillators limited at night time

    ACC 2017: Researchers sound alarm over Zika’s potentially harmful effects on heart

    European Society of Cardiology launches upgraded risk measurement tool for heart attacks and strokes

    First-in-man use of an embolic protection device for patients undergoing TAVI reported

    Edwards’ surgical heart valve innovations demonstrate positive patient benefits

    FASTR trial of Reprieve system completes enrolment

    Virtue trial to compare sirolimus and paclitaxel DCB technologies

    Append Medical completes transcatheter implant-free LAA occlusion procedures

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

    TAVI company Direct Flow Medical closes after failing to secure funding

    Statins likely not the cause of most side effects listed on packaging leaflets

    Abbott research highlights opportunities for improvements in diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease

    SCAI issues updated expert consensus statement on cardiogenic shock

    Lars Søndergaard joins Abbott’s structural heart business

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

    Genetic “cure” for cardiomyopathy is selected as winner of Big Beat Challenge

    Delays in receiving TAVI linked to higher risk of heart failure hospitalisation or mortality

    Coronary artery calcium scans may help patients lower heart disease risk

    Latest-generation Evolut TAVI system gains US FDA approval

    SurModics acquires NorMedix, a company focused on minimally invasive catheter technologies

    Three-year results of RANGO registry presented at EuroPCR

    Trial of super saturated oxygen therapy after PCI begins enrolment

    Bayer receives positive CHMP opinion for rivaroxaban for patients with coronary artery disease

    Abiomed initiates online education platform for PCI

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    Cardiovascular News’ top 10 most popular stories of August 2021

    CardioCel to be launched in Canada

    Kaminari Medical closes €3.8 million financing round to advance intravascular imaging system

    TCT 2021: Late-breaking trials programme announced

    Pattern of higher blood pressure in early adulthood helps predict risk of atherosclerosis in middle-age

    MASTER trial shows positive results for the MGuard embolic protection stent

    New ESC guidelines recommend ticagrelor in acute coronary syndromes patients with ST-elevation

    Majority of cath labs feel burdens of PCI public reports outweigh benefits

    SCOREPAD seeks to address “alarmingly high” mortality in CLTI patients with underlying coronary disease

    Abiomed introduces third generation Impella CP heart pumps at SCAI 2017

    Shockwave’s coronary IVL device gains TPT payment approval

    Venus Medtech targets European growth with senior appointment

    UK’s NICE recommends implantable device for remote heart failure monitoring

    Radial access used less than femoral approach for emergency angioplasty

    Tria

    Investigational device exemption granted for Tria biopolymer mitral valve

    Azeem Latib joins Supira Medical as medical director

    First US patients implanted with FIRE1 remote heart failure monitoring system

    Opsens receives 510(k) clearance for the OptoMonitor II providing extended indication

    CRT 2022: Final BIOFLOW-V results “affirm durability” of Orsiro out to five years

    FDA approves coronary use of XO Cross support catheter system

    JenaValve appoints Jan Keltjens as interim chief executive

    Following dietary recommendations leads to modest heart health improvements

    Boston Scientific receives FDA approval for Watchman left atrial appendage closure device

    Janssen submits FDA application for rivaroxaban to reduce secondary cardiovascular events in patients with acute coronary syndrome

    New FFR trial to stop enrolment following positive interim analysis

    Bayer’s rivaroxaban granted Priority Review by US FDA to prevent secondary cardiovascular events in patients with acute coronary syndrome

    Diagnosing coronary stenosis with diastolic pressure ratio measurements is equivalent to using iFR

    Medtronic HeartWare HVAD approved for destination therapy

    Surgeons claim “world first” robotic artificial heart pump implant

    Integuseal wins medical design award

    PASCAL poised to rival MitraClip for safety and efficacy

    First clinical trial implant of the Tendyne transcatheter mitral valve a success

    CoveValve system demonstrates long-term durability

    Alvimedica and CID join forces

    Medtronic enters into AI partnership for stroke care

    HighLife Clarity mitral heart valve gains CE mark

    PCR announce dates for its online course

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

    CardiAQ obtains stay of further proceedings in Neovasc’s pending European patent application covering transcatheter mitral valve replacement

    Reduced baseline left ventricular function may explain female survival benefit after TAVI

    Boston Scientific to acquire IVL developer Bolt Medical

    Cardiac surgery societies endorse ESC coronary revascularisation recommendations

    FastWave Medical closes $19 million financing round to advance IVL portfolio

    REVA reaches target patient enrolment in FANTOM II trial

    InspireMD to showcase embolic systems with MicroNet Technology and results from MASTER I trial at EuroPCR conference

    Gore buys transcatheter mitral chordal repair technology

    First patients enrolled in study of pulsatile IVL in coronary artery disease

    Abiomed gains FDA approval for Impella low profile sheath

    Haemodynamic support with Impella 2.5 heart pump significantly improves survival when initiated prior to PCI

    ACC announces revised dates for ACC.21

    Boston Scientific to acquire BridgePoint Medical

    “Remote PCI” successfully performed 100 miles away from the cath lab

    HeartFlow FFRct approved for use in Japan

    Key learnings from Manta device study to be presented at TCT

    Siemens offers solutions for sustainable cardiovascular care at ACC 2015

    AHA 2020: Rivaroxaban comparable to warfarin for patients with atrial fibrillation and prosthetic valves

    Transradial PCI reduces costs

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

    VenusP-Valve

    VenusP-Valve gains approval from China’s NMPA

    US hospital is first hospital in world to use 4D ultrasound software to image heart

    MASTER trial results for MGuard coronary stent published in the Journal of American College of Cardiology

    VisCardia secures funding to support RECOVER-HF trial

    Medtronic completes high risk patient enrolment in CoreValve US pivotal trial and gains FDA approval to study intermediate risk patients in SURTAVI trial

    CryoLife makes equity investment in ValveXchange

    US$170m funding for Acutus Medical

    Boston Scientific announces agreement to acquire Penumbra

    FDA monitoring gender differences in outcomes with LAAO devices

    Nitroglycerin may be a safe, effective, and economic approach of reducing risk of radial arterial occlusion

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

    Cortisol levels in hair linked to heart attack risk

    FDA

    SCAI: FDA panel vote “encouraging” for advance of renal denervation

    ACC 2017: CardioMEMS HF system effective in reducing heart failure hospitalisations and cost of care

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

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

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

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

    Researchers create heart replicas from CT images

    TCT 2018: Corindus to feature the CorPath GRX system at conference

    Scoreflex NC PTCA catheter gains FDA premarket approval

    Rome hospital to participate in European DuraGraft registry

    One in three deaths globally linked to cardiovascular disease

    TITAN II completes patient enrolment

    Corindus Vascular Robotic to co-sponsor courses on transradial coronary interventions

    Shockwave initiates US pivotal study for coronary intravascular lithotripsy

    TVT 2021: Outcomes in low-risk bicuspid and tricuspid TAVI patients similar at one year

    CMS’ update to coverage policy for TAVI provides greater flexibility for hospitals and providers

    Cardiac surgeons among signatories to group seeking “critical appraisal” of evidence in cardiovascular medicine

    Registry for CoreValve system confirms positive clinical outcomes

    Hyperglycaemia could lead to heart attack complications

    First two TAVI procedures completed using Venus-Vitae valve in SMART ALIGN trial

    UK survey highlights wealth disparities in heart valve care

    FDA clears of Chocolate PTCA balloon catheter

    Cypher vs. Endeavor trial results cause a stir

    LEADERS Free Japan trial enrols first patient

    Synthetic heart valves could help doctors improve surgical skills

    Genous demonstrates “impressive” results in high-risk patients

    In-hospital mortality higher for young women after STEMI

    Daiichi Sankyo begins ENTRUST-AF PCI study of once-daily edoxaban

    Hypertension may protect against cerebrovascular events after TAVI

    TCT 2016: Breakfast symposium to explore robotic therapy in interventional cardiology

    Advance CS coronary sinus infusion catheter used for the first time

    complete-revascularisation

    First patient treated in A PRIORI pilot trial of Aortix circulatory support device

    Johnson & Johnson completes Abiomed acquisition

    Bardy Diagnostics announces $35.5M funding injection

    Prior radiation therapy is associated with increased risk of mortality in PCI patients

    A coordinated strategy provides the best outcomes for aortic arch treatment

    AHA 2020: AF detected more often in high risk patients recovering from cardiac surgery

    First patient treated in USA with next-generation sutureless aortic valve

    Occurrence of surgical ‘never events’ unrelated to hospital performance

    B Wayne Johnson Named OrbusNeich president and chief executive officer

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

    REDUCE Clinical Study on target to impress, claims Gore

    Virtual ACC: Mavacamten “promising” in treatment of non-obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

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

    Cobalt-chromium everolimus-eluting stents show lowest thrombosis rates at two years

    Clinical protocol for COSIRA study published in peer-reviewed journal

    Latest data from TRISCEND II trial look at crossover patients treated with Evoque system

    Abiomed submits supplements to expand Impella 2.5 FDA pre-market approval

    Aquapass fluid overload management system gains marketing approval in Israel

    SELUTION DeNovo: DCB strategy may offer promise in complex PCI

    Sapien 3

    Sapien 3 now approved for intermediate-risk patients in Europe as well as in the USA

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

    Atrioventricular interval modulation therapy granted US FDA breakthrough designation

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

    Todd Berg joins NeoChord as CEO

    Size adjustable pulmonary valve gains US FDA approval

    EuroPCR 2025: Search for suitable candidates for cerebral embolic protection continues

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

    FDA deems two HeartWare HVAD recalls as “Class I”

    CADILLAC risk score could be used to identify STEMI patients for safe, early discharge

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

    Circa announces successful first procedures with Crosswise RF transseptal access system

    Innovative tricuspid TEER system wins TCT Plus Middle East Shark Tank competition

    Randomised trial will compare Nevo to Xience

    Rcadia COR Analyser System demonstrates potential for CAD triage in low risk patients

    UK’s NICE consults on new hypertension draft quality standard

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

    Four-month results for self-apposing stent released at TCT

    First-in-man VECTOR procedure offers new approach for preventing coronary obstruction

    Abbott initiates patient enrolment in the EXCEL trial for unprotected left main coronary artery disease

    Endeavor reduced risk of heart attack and cardiac death by 48% at three years compared to Taxus

    First two patients enrolled in early feasibility study of second-generation Colibri valve

    Low major adverse events observed 3 years after treatment with MGuard in acute myocardial infarction patients

    Sildenafil-coated stent may help prevent blood clots and restenosis

    First clinical experience with Stenty’s Xposition shows 100% implantation success

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

    Carmat increases capacity with opening of second production facility

    heart attacks

    UK societies call for concerted effort to tackle cardiovascular disease in women

    ACC.21: VOYAGER PAD analysis shows reduced risk of ischaemic events in PAD patients receiving rivaroxaban

    Morph AccessPro steerable introducer gets CE mark approval

    Coronary artery modelling technology enables 3D reconstruction of coronary vasculature

    Older STEMI patients found to be more reluctant to undergo PCI in Chinese study

    FDA approves trial of Desyne Nx novolimus-eluting stent

    CE mark clearance for MediValve’s acWire guidewire

    Transradial approach is reasonable in women

    LIVE from ESC: No benefit with aldosterone antagonists in acute myocardial infarction

    atherosclerosis

    Poor, irregular sleep linked to increased atherosclerosis in adults 45 and above

    INFINITY-SWEDEHEART trial of DynamX bioadaptor system completes enrolment

    No firm conclusions about HDL cholesterol can be drawn from JUPITER sub-analysis

    COMPASS study of rivaroxaban to end early for efficacy

    New AHA/ACC guidance released for TAVI

    Positive top-line results for The Medicines Company’s PCSK9si

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

    Advanced Bifurcation Systems secures latest round of funding

    TricValve transcatheter bicaval valve system receives CE mark

    LivaNova launches Perceval Plus sutureless heart valve in Europe

    ESC 2023: Prolonged clopidogrel monotherapy after PCI in high-risk ACS patients reduces bleeding and ischaemic events

    New tests provide insight into why patients are in heart failure

    Study identifies variables that predict MitraClip procedure failure

    Mike Buck joins TTVR developer VDyne as CEO

    TriClip patients to be followed for five years in post-market study

    Social inequality may impact adult cardiovascular risk before birth

    Valcare Medical strengthens board with dual appointment

    Jenavalve appoints Victoria E Carr-Brendel as chief executive officer

    DynamX coronary bioadaptor gains approval from Japanese MHLW

    RELIEF clinical study to assess use of Cardioform septal occluder for migraine relief

    SCAI release positional statement on optimal PCI for complex coronary artery disease

    Coronary thrombectomy system gains US FDA clearance

    Volcano Corporation to acquire Sync-Rx

    First patient enrolled in the EVOLVE II study of the Synergy Coronary Stent System

    Scottish centres adopt on-screen system for endoscopic vessel harvesting

    Past, present and future of cardiovascular innovation celebrated at Global Cardiovascular Awards

    FDA approves Artis Q and Artis Q.zen angiography system families

    Successful testosterone replacement therapy reduces the risk of cardiovascular events and mortality in men

    Injectable gel could repair tissue damaged by heart attack

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

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    The Medicines Company advances clinical development of investigational PCSK9 synthesis inhibitor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease

    STAR-T trial of DrugSorb-ATR completed

    Revascularisation considered over amputation for CLTI in UK, new study states

    NeoStem acquires Amorcyte, a clinical stage cardiovascular disease cell therapy company

    Women taking beta blockers for hypertension may have higher risk of heart failure with acute coronary syndrome

    Venus Medtech to buy cerebral protection device company Keystone Heart

    Boston Scientific agrees to acquire Symetis

    US FDA clearance for Hotwire transseptal access system

    Three valve-in-valve procedures completed using DurAVR transcatheter valve

    Boston Scientific to buy cerebral protection system company

    Woman patient

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

    Study shows AI can “extend the reach” of echocardiographic assessment

    Myocardial infarction patients may benefit from having anxiety

    Topaz TTVR system given green light for US IDE trial

    Puzzle Medical receives breakthrough designation for its transcatheter pump device

    Siemens Healthineers and Circle Cardiovascular Imaging announce joint development plan for MRI application products

    St Jude Medical gets the CE mark for its 23mm Portico Transcatheter Aortic Heart Valve

    TCT 2019: COAPT finds MitraClip safety and efficacy is maintained at three years, and is cost-effective

    “Vast majority” of young myocardial infarction patients do not meet criteria for statin therapy prior to event

    ESC 2024: AI virtual voice assistant identifies complications after TAVI

    Long-term exercise may lead to aortic enlargement and remodelling

    HARMONEE study initiated in Japan

    First clinical procedures performed using AI TAVI guidance software

    PleuraFlow exhibited at Association of Physician Assistants in Cardiovascular Surgery Meeting

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

    First-in-human results with Mirus Siegel TAVI valve presented at New York Valves 2024

    EuroPCR 2017: Excellent clinical outcomes for Medtronic’s CoreValve and Evolut systems in routine practice

    Pascal Precision system gains US FDA approval for tricuspid valve repair

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

    EuroPCR 2024: NOTION-2 one-year results prompt questions over TAVI in young, low-risk patients with bicuspid aortic valves

    ESC 2016: “Costly and complex” platelet monitoring strategy does not appear to benefit even high-risk patients

    ESC 2018: All-cause mortality in cardiogenic shock multivessel PCI only increased during first 30 days

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

    New clinical trial will explore adult autologous cells as treatment for chronic myocardial ischaemia

    Direct Flow Medical reports two-year data for its Transcatheter Aortic Heart Valve System

    MiCardia receives notification of a new German reimbursement code for the adjustment of its enCorSQ Mitral Valve Repair System

    Patients “fearful” of seeking cardiac care during pandemic

    Post dilation is a safe and effective method of reducing paravalvular regurgitation

    CardioCel 3D and VascuCel receive regulatory approval in Europe

    Enrolment complete in SAFE-MCS study of Early Bird bleed monitoring system

    EuroPCR 2015 Orsiro hybrid drug-eluting stent data highlights safety and efficacy in high-risk patients

    coronary artery bypass

    Meta-analysis supports use of all-cause mortality in PCI versus CABG trials

    First cases using Laminar LAAX system performed as part of IDE study

    Two-year follow-up of Symplicity HTN-1 data confirms significant and sustained blood pressure reduction in expanded cohort of patients

    ReCor appoints Lara Barghout to lead commercialisation of Paradise renal denervation system

    STS 2022: Closer ties between surgeons and cardiologists among goals for incoming president

    EuroPCR 2021: Meta-analysis supports elective coronary revascularisation

    Survey: Bullying “commonly experienced” by UK cardiology trainees

    Onyx One Clear Study

    Virtual ACC: Medtronic shares positive results of Onyx ONE Clear Study

    TCT 2024: PATCH study reports initial positive results for sutureless vascular closure system

    EuroPCR 2024: Coronary implant with “site-specific” antithrombotic delivery shows promise at one year

    WHO adds cardiovascular polypill to essential medicines list

    US FDA approves PK Papyrus stent for coronary perforations

    Laza Medical announces milestone in use of its AI-based heart model for ultrasound-guided procedures

    PERTs improve outcomes but “magic formula” does not exist, LINC audience hears

    Medtronic invests in leaflet modification specialist Pi-Cardia

    New imaging modality receives CE mark

    EuroPCR 2021: Interventional cardiologists sound the alarm over silent impact of the pandemic

    Laplace Interventional closes series C financing round

    Natec Medical is now able to market Tamarin Blue and Filao RX in Canada

    ESC 2019: Abiomed launches Impella SmartAssist platform

    Early anticoagulation after ischaemic stroke “reasonable” and “unlikely to cause harm”

    STS 2021: Sean C Grondin elected STS president

    Gene expression test influences patient management decision in women with suspected obstructive coronary artery disease

    Caranx Medical announces successful robotic TAVI procedure in an animal

    Grant funding for 3D-printed paediatric heart models

    Protembis names four-person advisory board

    Pre-existing coronary arterial disease linked to higher rate of myocardial infarction in patients receiving MitraClip

    BIOPATTERN trial seeks precision approach to coronary artery disease treatment

    First patient treated in trial of multi-organ denervation for uncontrolled hypertension

    EuroPCR 2018: Interim nine-month results for Magnitude presented

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

    Abbott’s troponin test may help doctors double the diagnosis of female myocardial infarction

    First European patient enrolled in study of percutaneous tricuspid repair system

    Next-generation Palmetto TMVR system gets first-in-man use

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    HLT’s TAVI system implanted in first US patients

    Evidence of substance abuse found in 10% of young myocardial infarction patients

    FDA approves Evolut PRO+

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    Childhood asthma may lead to thickening of left ventricle in adulthood

    US FDA approve SSO2 Therapy for the management of myocardial infarction

    Pilot study of wire pacing sleeve yields positive results in TAVI and PCI procedures

    No difference in event rates for secondary access strategies during TAVI

    BCS 2018: Novel blood test for myocardial infarction could be used in portable device

    Survey highlights complication rates among pregnant cardiology trainees

    World’s largest cardiovascular imaging conference to showcase technological innovations

    Overlapping everolimus-eluting stents not associated with poorer outcomes

    Post-approval TAVI registry shows high rates of device success at one year

    OrbusNeich launches Sapphire II NC coronary dilatation catheter

    Performance of single-piece biomimetic transcatheter heart valve “encouraging”, first-in-man results indicate

    Benefits with TAVI increase at two years in inoperable patients

    Conformal Medical completes series D financing round

    Heartbeat International foundation and Biotronik open new centre in the Dominican Republic

    CRT 2024: Shield system cuts operator exposure to radiation during cath lab procedures

    SCAI 2020: Strong 10-year performance for Melody transcatheter pulmonary valve

    Transfemoral TAVI device gains US FDA breakthrough status for aortic regurgitation

    CE mark and US FDA approval for RadialSeal introducer kit

    Developer of Carlen TMVr system receives cardiovascular innovation award

    Global registry charts pandemic’s impact on TAVI volumes

    Germany renews Revivent’s NUB reimbursement status 1 for 2020

    Prevencio granted patents to protect proprietary coronary artery disease blood test platform

    LivaNova reaches agreement to sell its heart valve business

    ESC 2022: REVIVED data show PCI does not benefit patients with severe left ventricular dysfunction

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

    Two further studies support three-month DAPT following PCI

    New valve-in-valve training App available

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

    ACC.21 to offer remote COVID-19 screening

    ACC.22: FAME 3 shows FFR-guided PCI leads to a faster recovery versus surgery

    GE HealthCare gains CE marking for Photonova Spectra photon-counting CT system

    Eplerenone reduces risk of mortality in chronic heart failure patients with mild symptoms

    Research reveals improved outcomes and decreased mortality in management of aortic dissections with care plans designed by multidisciplinary expertise

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

    ACC issues clinical guidance on cardiovascular consequences of COVID-19

    First-in-human study of Protaryx transseptal puncture technology completed

    EuroPCR 2025 hears early outcomes of Topaz TTVR system

    MedAlliance gains CE mark approval for coronary Selution SLR balloon

    Orsiro Mission DES available in expanded maximum allowed diameters range

    Distal Access sells rights to SPNIR platform to Merit Medical

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

    First patients enrolled in AMEND TS pilot study

    Coronary angiography after TAVI with a self-expanding valve is challenging but feasible

    HighLife to initiate US pivotal study of transseptal mitral valve replacement system

    First patient receives CorMatrix’s ECM tricuspid valve

    Alleviant Medical receives FDA breakthrough designation for transcatheter technology

    First patients treated with the Impella ECP heart pump

    Optimism associated with reduced cardiac readmission after acute coronary syndrome

    Combo Stent may offer advantages to current drug-eluting stent technologies

    SERVE-HF sleep apnoea trial fails to meet primary endpoint

    AHA 2022: SPYRAL HTN-ON MED study demonstrates “meaningful clinical benefits” consistent with other renal denervation trials

    Health Canada approves Abbott’s Xience V

    Neovasc to begin COSIRA-II trial of Reducer for refractory angina

    Medtronic begins transcatheter aortic valve trial in Japan

    Sapien 3

    CRT 2024: New data on outcomes with Sapien TAVI platform

    Royal Brompton Hospital installs UK’s first Magnetom Cima.X MRI system

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

    RSNA 2016: Siemens Healthineers debuts innovative, robot-supported ARTIS pheno angiography system

    Corindus receives Japanese PMDA approval for its CorPath GRX system

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

    Smartphones can help to streamline hospital transfer for myocardial infarction patients

    Ian Meredith to become global chief medical officer of Boston Scientific

    heart attack

    Clinical study of CADScor system to identify non-obstructive coronary artery disease in chest pain patients gets underway

    PCR e-Course 2020: Sham patients from RADIANCE-HTN SOLO who crossed over to denervation had reduced blood pressure

    Promus Element stent system launched in China

    Abbott launches MitraClip system in Australia

    LifeSignals receives US FDA clearance for the ECG Remote Monitoring Patch

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

    Abbott to acquire Evalve, a leader in mitral valve repair technology

    JenaValve Technology appoints John T Kilcoyne as chief executive officer

    US FDA approves ENGULF US pivotal trial of Hēlo thrombectomy system

    CAAS Qardia gains Japanese certification

    CRT 2021: One-year outcomes after TAVI in low-risk bicuspid aortic stenosis patients meet expectations

    Redo TAVI procedures are safe and feasible

    TVT 2022: New data “debunk idea that patients with pacemakers may not be eligible for TEER”

    First-in-human results for dual-drug therapy DCB released

    LightningWire transseptal puncture system used in first clinical cases

    Corindus Vascular Robotics and Acist collaborate to improve PCI workflow for physicians and patients

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

    MitraClip EVEREST registry results positive at TCT

    Boston Scientific launches new guide extension catheter in the USA and Europe

    DES with biodegradable polymer is non-inferior to durable polymer DES

    No gender-based outcomes variation for two anticoagulants in TAVR patients

    Total artificial heart system gains entry to US FDA advisory programme

    CardioFlow’s second-generation TAVI system gains CE-MDR certification

    Resolute stent shows positive outcomes in diabetic and non-diabetic heart disease patients

    aortix

    Aortix pMCS pump provides “rapid” decongestion for patients with heart failure and renal impairment

    J-Valve TAVI system granted approval for treatment of aortic regurgitation in China

    Novel Ultraseal device is a feasible option for left atrial appendage closure

    Latest centre begins using Philips’ Verisight Pro 3D intracardiac echocardiography catheter

    Cytori ATHENA trials on clinical hold

    Virtue SEB given breakthrough device designation by FDA

    No net benefit for no-touch graft harvesting technique at seven years

    FastWave Medical secures multi-million dollar private financing within weeks

    TCT 2017: No advantage with extending dual antiplatelet therapy beyond six months in STEMI patients

    CroíValve to expand study of Duo Adapt system following latest funding round

    Corindus appoints J Aaron Grantham as chief medical officer

    Virtual ACC: Antiplatelet drugs increase risk for TAVI patients with atrial fibrillation

    Philips launches anatomically intelligent quantification tool for cardiac ultrasound imaging

    Financing secured to develop “personalised” tricuspid repair system

    Philips launches portfolio at the American College of Cardiology Scientific Session 2013

    Endotronix closes expanded series D financing round of US$70 million for Cordella

    HighLife TMVR system gains CE mark

    New study shows how changes in cardiac protein lead to heart failure

    Consumer wearables found to have clinical value in assessing treatment for AF and heart failure

    Why high pressure postdilatation with non-compliant balloons is required to optimise long-term DES outcomes

    HeartFlow’s FFRCT analysis passes 250,000 patient milestone

    Remote blood pressure monitoring beneficial for stroke survivors in under-resourced areas

    First patients treated with CorMatrix Cardiovascular Tyke

    FDA grants breakthrough device designation to Impella ECP

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

    PCR LV 2018: Favourable outcomes for next-generation Acurate neo2 TAVI system

    Paying patients less likely to develop complications after cardiac surgery

    US FDA gives breakthrough device designation for lipoprotein blood test

    Ultrasound renal denervation system receives CE mark

    Philips launches DoseWise Portal radiation dose management software

    Cardinal Health to acquire AccessClosure

    Reprieve Cardiovascular announces funding and trial enrolment milestones

    Relatively few chronic kidney disease patients require dialysis after TAVI

    “World’s first” dual chamber leadless pacemaker system granted US FDA approval

    IVL matches rotational atherectomy for plaque preparation in severely calcified lesions

    Marijuana use associated with three-fold risk of death from hypertension

    New quality standard calls for person-centred care

    Drug-coated scoring balloon receives CE mark

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    Cardiovascular News’ top 10 most popular stories of September 2021

    ACC.25: Rivaroxaban “a viable alternative to warfarin” in STEMI patients with left-ventricular thrombus

    COVID-19: BHF and NIHR work together to understand why cardiovascular increases risk of virus

    New valvular heart disease guidelines recognise expanding role of TAVI

    TCT Connect 2020: CeloNova announces interim data from 14-day DAPT trial

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

    ACC.25: Semaglutide improves walk distance for PAD patients with diabetes

    First US cases performed with Vertex PE system in SPIRARE II pivotal study

    The Medicines Company completes patient enrolment for ORION-1 study of PCSK9si

    UK MHRA awarded £10 million to fast-track patient access to medical products

    Tryton announces first patient enrolment in E-Tryton 150 Registry

    Four-year data show “favourable” safety and performance of resorbable magnesium scaffold

    New sizes of the Medtronic launches new Resolute Onyx drug-eluting stent sizes

    Cardiovascular risk factors linked to COVID-19 complications and death

    OpSens and Haemonetics enter into acquisition agreement

    AccessClosure announces launch of new Mynx Cadence vascular closure device

    Stentys Xposition S self-apposing stent receives CE mark for unprotected left main disease

    Edwards Intuity Valve System receives CE mark

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

    Lab-grown heart valves capable of growth in recipient, research finds

    High-intensity focused ultrasound may be an alternative renal denervation approach

    US FDA grants breakthrough designation for Pi-Cardia’s ShortCut leaflet splitting device

    Missing out on breakfast may increase risk of atherosclerosis

    Anteris Technologies and v2vmedtech reach concept lock on VClip TEER system

    JenaValve receives extended CE mark approval for aortic insufficiency

    Arterial Remodelling signs buyout agreement with Terumo

    Elucid launches lesion inspection tool for coronary and carotid plaque analysis

    Medtronic exercises its option to acquire CathWorks

    Enrolment now complete in LEADERS FREE study

    ESC 2018: Siemens Healthineers showcase Magnetom Sola Cardiovascular Edition

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

    Covidien announces launch of therapeutic device for treatment of resistant hypertension

    AccurKardia and Mawi link up to add automated ECG analytics for the new Mawi Watch

    CREDIT II stent trial completes enrolment

    ShortCut leaflet splitting device granted add-on payment designation by CMS

    Enrolment completed in CONFORM pivotal trial of LAAO system

    Worse outcomes after TAVI for patients with moderate-to-severe kidney disease

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

    TIDES-ACS confirms performance of Hexacath’s titanium-nitride-oxide coated stent

    Analysis of the PLATINUM Workhorse trial demonstrates superior efficacy of Promus Element Platinum Chromium stent compared to Promus

    Evolocumab significantly reduces risk of cardiovascular events

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

    High-fat diet found to promote atherosclerosis

    Cathy Gates named as ACC’s new CEO

    First patient joins study of SSO2 therapy post-PCI

    Abbott receives CE mark for FlexNav delivery system

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

    EACTS 2025 hears new data on aortic arch remodelling device

    PEGASUS-TIMI 54 subanalysis provides additional insights into long-term ticagrelor use

    J&J enters agreement to acquire Atraverse Medical

    Abnormal heart function associated with reduced capacity for exercise

    TCT 2017: Study challenges recommendations on the management of cardiogenic shock

    Manual thrombus aspiration associated with a higher rate of direct stenting

    One-year paediatric feasibility study results published for Xeltis bioabsorbable graft

    EACTS 2023: Registry study finds “significantly increased” all-cause mortality among older patients selected for TAVI versus SAVR

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

    remote monitoring

    Abbott’s Epic Max stented tissue aortic valve gains US FDA approval

    First patient enrolled in PRECISION GRX registry

    PERSEUS trial demonstrates positive outcomes for the ION stent for coronary artery disease

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

    Admedus signs distribution agreement with Coroneo

    Bellerophon Therapeutics announces results from PRESERVATION I clinical trial for Bioabsorbable Cardiac Matrix

    ESC calls for renaming of term cardiac hypertrophy

    Medtronic expands access to the CoreValve Evolut R System with new valve sizes

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

    ESC 2017: SPYRAL HTN-OFF MED provides “proof of principle” that renal denervation works

    PCI expansion speeds up treatment time

    Majority of patients believe PCI cures their coronary artery disease

    FDA approves revised labelling for Medtronic’s Evolut valve

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    Cardiovascular News’ top 10 most popular stories of February 2021

    Impact of mental stress on heart varies between men and women

    Data confirm the Neovasc reducer improves functional capabilities in refractory angina patients

    England’s first COVID-19 lockdown led to a significant drop in PCI procedures

    Prostyle M mitral valve system gets first use in clinical study

    Pulmonary artery proportional pulse pressure monitoring could improve survival for heart failure patients

    STS launches risk calculator for ascending aorta and aortic root surgery

    Data show patients on low anticoagulant therapy do well on On-X prosthetic heart valve

    Xeltis extends series B financing to €30 million

    Enrolment reaches midway point in trial of Early Bird bleed monitoring system

    Elixir Medical announces treatment of first patient in BIOADAPTOR trial

    US FDA grants Humanitarian Use Device status for Xeltis pulmonary valve

    ESC 2019: Registry study supports use of ICDs for primary prevention in patients with heart failure

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

    EuroPCR 2025: Three-year data available for Freesolve resorbable magnesium scaffold

    Transseptal TMVR system shows promise in patients unsuited for surgery or TEER

    AI

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

    Thoratec acquires DuraHeart II ventricular assist system

    VESALIUS-CV myocardial infarction

    EuroPCR 2026: VESALIUS-CV trial demonstrates “significant” major adverse event reduction in prior PCI patients with evolocumab therapy

    Four patients successfully treated with ACURATE TA and ACURATE TF devices

    Medtronic’s Resolute Stent delivers strong long-term results

    First patient enrolled in REMEDEE Combo Stent trial

    Cardiothoracic surgeons are “extremely satisfied” with their jobs

    More randomised trials needed in cardiothoracic surgery, says EACTS president

    CHAMPION data show significant improvement in survival rates for heart failure patients with reduced ejection fraction

    New drug formulation could help people undergoing heart surgery

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

    CoreValve Evolut 23mm transcatheter aortic valve gets the CE mark

    Xeltis secures additional €12.5 million from European Innovation Council

    THT 2025: Reprieve system meets endpoints in FASTR randomised pilot study

    Edwards Lifesciences executive Jaime Wheeler joins CroíValve as CEO

    Trial comparing TAVI and SAVR in aortic regurgitation enrols first patients

    AHA 2017: Widely used approach for preventing renal complications after angiography does not provide benefit

    Open Stent Solution closes €2.5 funding round

    BARI 2D trial presented at the American Diabetes Association annual meeting

    Successful 30-day results for truly repositionable TAVI system

    On-X Plus 1.5 aortic heart valve to launch at Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery in Great Britain & Ireland conference

    More than 185 million patients now have access to HeartFlow FFRct

    Two new TAVI patents for Direct Flow Medical

    Corindus’ stockholders approve acquisition by Siemens Healthineers

    HighLife to advance its TMVR clinical development programme

    Finerenone approved to treat heart failure patients

    Surgeons perform pioneering robotic-assisted BiVAD implantation

    First fully repositionable 29mm TAVI device gets CE mark

    Analysis of ADAPT-DES registry grades risk of stent thrombosis after PCI

    Staged strategy may be associated with improved outcomes when treating mitral regurgitation post-TAVI

    PCR e-Course 2020: CoFI system may address microvascular obstruction after primary PCI

    EnligHTN II renal denervation study enrols first patient

    Medtronic issues recall for EnVeo R loading system

    Toshiba partners with Unfors Raysafe for safer X-ray procedures

    CVRx launches new version of neuromodulation device intended to treat heart failure

    Could virtual simulation improve trainees’ skills in cardiac catheterisation?

    Resolute Integrity drug-eluting stent gets CE mark approval for new indications in Europe

    TCT 2018: Lower rate of stent thrombosis with Resolute Onyx vs. Orsiro

    On the fence result for initial CMS vote about TAVI volume requirements

    impella in preventing heart failure in stemi patients

    New trial to evaluate role of Impella in preventing heart failure in STEMI patients

    Pollution may derail benefits of walking in older adults

    PCR London Valves: Two-year GALILEO data show comparable outcomes for TAVI with self-expanding or balloon-expandable valves according to physician discretion

    COVID-19: NHS staff show signs of mild depression

    Global agreement between Philips and HeartFlow announced

    World Heart Day focuses women’s heart health

    Thoratec announces start of SHIELD II US clinical trial

    Inspiron sirolimus eluting stent receives CE mark approval

    Janssen seeks approval for rivaroxaban to be used to reduce cardiac events

    System for preparation of autologous fibrin sealant/PRF promoted at ESC

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

    VenusP-Valve

    Health Canada approves VenusP-Valve transcatheter pulmonic valve replacement system

    ACC.21 switches to a virtual-only meeting

    Terumo Cardiovascular gains US FDA clearance for CDI OneView monitoring system

    CMS creates new MS-DRG codes and payments for coronary IVL

    ACIST enters co-promotion agreement with Medtronic

    Blood potassium monitor under development to benefit patients with chronic renal failure

    Maquet buys LAAx and its TigerPaw system II occlusion device

    TCT 2021: Early data presented for Intrepid TMVR using transfemoral delivery system

    SCAI 2023: No increased risk of hand dysfunction from distal compared to proximal radial artery access for cardiac procedures

    Pacemaker implantation after TAVI does not increase risk of all-cause mortality

    Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring technologies to be featured at ESH 2013

    Study weighs up discordance between bleeding risk calculation tools

    Forxiga granted approval from China’s NMPA for treatment of symptomatic chronic heart failure

    TCT 2016: Tiara TMVI device highlighted in presentations

    Tricuspid annular dilatation predicts mortality in aortic stenosis patients undergoing TAVI

    Global bioabsorbable scaffolds market will be worth more than US$2bn by 2021

    New risk score could predict risk of bleeding after PCI

    Wearable necklace-ECG can detect abnormal heart rhythm

    ESC 2018: Non-atherosclerotic spontaneous coronary artery dissection predominantly affects young to middle-aged women

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

    Svelte Medical Systems announces European launch of Slender IDS

    EAPCI issues consensus statement on ischaemia with non-obstructive coronary arteries

    HeartFlow shares ten-year data from DISCOVER-FLOW study

    Nearly one third of PCI deaths are related to acute kidney injury

    Women “underrepresented” in heart failure studies

    Aspirin-free monotherapy after coronary artery stenting is feasible and safe

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

    Vaccine myocarditis risk “far outweighed” by COVID-19 infection

    PROMPT-STEMI trial gets green light to begin

    Tria

    Foldax agrees manufacturing agreement with Dolphin Life Science India

    STS 2024: Large registry study demonstrates superiority of multi-arterial grafting for multivessel revascularisation

    Brian Brogie names as new vice president of manufacturing and facilities at SynCardia

    French doctors revise emergency plans to better deal with terrorism

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

    First patient treated in US trial of renal pelvic denervation technology

    New recommendations issued on antithrombotic treatment of AF patients undergoing PCI

    St Jude launches new Trifecta heart valve in Japan

    First participants enrolled in dabigatran study of AF patients undergoing PCI

    DAPT

    Terumo signs to acquire St Jude Medical and Abbott’s vascular closure business

    AI

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

    Roxwood Medical launches Micro14es extra support catheter

    Prevencio receives US patent for AI-powered test of obstructive coronary artery disease

    Medistim establishes UK subsidiary

    FEops HEARTguide LAA workflow integrated into TeraRecon software

    Abiomed given green light for RECOVER IV randomised trial

    FDA issues IDE for Impella ECP and EUA for Impella RP

    Study shows sustained improvement with Revivent Myocardial Anchoring System

    Implantable bioelectronic pacemaker is first device manufactured at new UK device hub

    Approval allows use of single access Impella procedure across Europe

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

    First and only intravenous antiplatelet agent receives the CE mark

    RESPOND post market registry of Lotus valve system initiated

    Corcym expands mitral repair platform with first-on-human use of Memo 4D Curve annuloplasty system

    ESC 2023: Siemens unveils Acuson Origin imaging platform

    Adept announces Prone Support product launch

    Melody pulmonary heart valve receives FDA approval for valve-in-valve use

    Ticagrelor reduces cardiovascular events and deaths compared to clopidogrel

    Results of cuffless blood pressure monitor presented at AHA Hypertension Sessions

    SCAI names Timothy Henry as president

    First patient enrolled in MOJAVE study of DSR 2.0

    New lifetime risk measure to predict heart disease

    US FDA approves IDE application for Katana thrombectomy system

    Frequency of coronary perforation “might actually increase” given predictors include old age

    PCR London Valves 2019: Meril unveils positive data for Myval

    Direct stenting with drug-eluting stents may be associated with better outcomes

    Meta-analysis indicates that bivalirudin does increase risk of early stent thrombosis

    Stentys sirolimus-eluting stent receives CE marking

    Long-term results of RESPECT indicate that PFO closure may be effective at preventing recurrent stroke

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

    Patient-specific, 3D printed aortic valve model used in preparation for TAVR procedure

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

    STS 2020: Enhanced surgical recovery protocols will allow safe three-day discharge

    Total Artificial Heart receives FDA’s humanitarian use device designation

    Randomised trials needed to evaluate safety and efficacy of TMVR

    Caladrius receives FDA regenerative medicine advanced therapy designation for its CD34+ Cell therapy for refractory angina

    Eagle Eye Platinum Digital IVUS catheter receives Japanese clearance

    Opsens performs 1,000th procedure with the OptoWire

    BioVentrix initiates phase II study of system for heart failure treatment in Western Europe

    BioCardia gets FDA clearance for catheter to guide Helix delivery system

    Sapien 3 heart valve could be used in intermediate risk patients

    Funding for Neptune left ventricular assist device

    THT 2025: eLym system “promising” for treatment of fluid overload in ADHF patients

    EAPCI Summit: Registry seeks to bridge ACS gender gap

    Global Heart Hub shares findings from the Patients living with Elevated Cholesterol data programme

    ACC to offer transcatheter valve certification to help hospitals implement best practices

    Symetis acquires Middle Peak Medical

    New data on Abbott’s Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold reinforces its potential to be the next revolution in interventional cardiology

    Study shows Brilinta treatment reduced thrombotic cardiovascular events in patients with a history of heart attack

    FDA approves the world’s smallest mechanical heart valve

    patient deaths are under reported said Rita Redberg

    Device deaths are under reported, says research letter

    Dedicated TAVI system for AR gains NMPA approval in China

    Sapien 3

    Low one-year rate of mortality found in mitral valve-in-valve replacement using Sapien 3

    Harpoon Medical enrols patients in study of its repair system for off-pump, minimally invasive treatment of mitral valve regurgitation

    Caduet reduces 10-year calculated risk of coronary heart disease, fatal cardiovascular disease

    ESC 2018: Ticagrelor monotherapy approach does not challenge current DAPT approach

    ClearFlow announces positive trial results and inclusion in ERAS guideline recommendations for its PleuraFlow system

    FDA approval granted for Mitris Resilia mitral valve replacement

    Two major studies of Combo dual therapy stent complete enrolment

    US FDA clears tool to rapidly analyse RV/LV ratio

    US FDA grants clearance for VR surgical planning software from Realize Medical

    Lantheus Medical Imaging initiates phase III clinical trial of Flurpiridaz F 18 for the detection of coronary artery disease

    Tryton Medical files pre-market approval application with US FDA for Tryton Side Branch Stent

    ESC 2022: Survival benefit seen following use of Abbott’s HeartMate 3 LVAD

    Drug therapy may slow progression of aortic valve stenosis

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

    “We all need the strength” to challenge unacceptable behaviour

    EuroPCR 2023: Robocath launches new robotic PCI platform

    Jupiter Endovascular

    Jupiter Endovascular reveals SPIRARE II results for Vertex thrombectomy system in intermediate-risk PE

    Superiority of bivalirudin over heparin questioned

    TCT 2018: Longest-term data to date for CoreValve study show excellent valve durability out to five years

    Miracor receives additional funding to expand clinical and commercial activities with the PiCSO impulse system

    Direct transfer of STEMI patients to cath lab reduces mortality

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

    Following FDA approval, Resolute Onyx 2mm becomes smallest stent on US market

    SAFEPASS 2 clinical study of the Emboliner embolic protection catheter

    Emboline completes enrolment in SAFEPASS 2 clinical trial

    New data demonstrate long-term durability of Perimount aortic valve

    St Jude Medical launches EnligHTN Renal Denervation System at EuroPCR

    Pacemaker after TAVI is associated with worse outcomes

    FDA approves first transcatheter aortic valve in the USA

    LRP study enrolls 1,000 patients

    Meta-analysis reveals “global collateral damage” of pandemic on cardiovascular care

    St Jude Medical enrols first patient in ILUMIEN I study to develop guidance for stent optimisation

    CryoLife acquires Ascyrus Medical

    US FDA approves IDE for investigation of FLOWer embolic protection device

    Cardinal Health completes acquisition of Cordis

    CRT 2019: Evolut R superior to surgery at one year in intermediate-risk patients

    Phil Mui joins HeartFlow product and engineering team

    Severity of sleep apnoea impacts risk of resistant high blood pressure

    Cardiac-MRI data from DurAVR FIH study shared at New York Valves

    PCR e-Course 2020: Cangrelor provided inferior inhibitor of platelet aggregation than tirofiban in STEMI patients

    Non-invasive FFR superior to CT angiography for diagnosis of lesion-specific ischaemia

    Edwards Lifesciences to discontinue its self-expanding valve Centera

    First transapical implant of the Portico Transcatheter Aortic Heart Valve

    ESC 2022: Kidney disease patients with coronary disease see no improvement in survival at five years with an invasive approach

    Cardiothoracic surgery “stifled” during COVID-19 pandemic

    Patient with tricuspid regurgitation successfully treated with world’s first transcatheter tricuspid valved stent

    FLOWer embolic protection device gains CE mark

    See the full shortlist for the Global Cardiovascular Awards

    Sonico-CX coronary IVL system gains CE mark

    SAFEPASS 2 clinical study of the Emboliner embolic protection catheter

    First US commercial cases completed with Emboliner embolic protection system

    FAVOR III identifies major risk factors of cardiovascular events after PCI

    Roxwood Medical announces full US launch of its MicroCross catheter

    MicroPort obtains CE mark for PathBuilder

    Non-invasive ultrasound therapy for aortic stenosis gains CE mark

    Virtual ACC: Edoxaban non-inferior to warfarin for preventing thromboembolism after surgical bioprosthetic valve replacement

    NeoChord raises additional financing to drive catheter‐based programme development

    Agent DCB to be studied in de novo coronary trial including bifurcations and long lesions

    Gender should not be a primary concern when deciding DAPT duration

    Quest International and CathWorks partner to scale up FFRangio

    On-pump and off-pump CABG confer similar outcomes over 10 years

    Pfizer discontinues the global development of its investigational PCSK9 inhibitor

    Heart attack patients without obstructive coronary artery disease are at high risk of residual angina

    TCT 2021: Studies to highlight patient outcomes with Impella

    Boston Scientific initiates trial comparing left atrial appendage closure to direct oral anticoagulants for stroke risk reduction post-AFib ablation

    Analysis of EUROMAX and HORIZONS-AMI trials of Angiomax (bivalirudin) presented at ACC

    TCT 2025: Coronary bioadaptor shows reduction in events compared to DES at two years

    APOLLO trial shows sustained benefits at 18 months in cardiac cell therapy

    Fastwave Medical issued fourth utility patent for laser-IVL platform

    TMVI with Tiara valve may be safe and feasible for patients with prior aortic valve replacement

    Enrolment completed in European REMEDEE registry of Combo dual therapy stent

    St Jude Medical launches Optis mobile system in Japan and Europe

    Germany sees “exponential” growth in tricuspid interventions

    Raised troponin and interleukin-6 levels are associated with a poor prognosis in COVID-19

    Study highlights disparity in TAVI outcomes based on availability

    New England Journal of Medicine to review EXCEL data

    Konica Minolta release updated Sonimage HS1 compact ultrasound

    Svelte Medical Systems announces treatment of first patient in the ACES effectiveness study

    Medtronic launches Resolute Integrity Coronary Stent System in Japan

    Pacemaker implantation after SAVR points to increased mortality and heart failure hospitalisation

    CRT 2021: Registry data finds BASILICA has a low coronary artery obstruction rate

    AF after mitral valve surgery “has a strong negative influence on survival”

    FDA approves ION Platinum Chromium stent system

    Substudy from ADAPT-DES registry shows stent placement with intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) improves patient outcomes

    Philips introduces Omniwire for coronary artery procedures

    Philips introduces IntelliSpace Cardiovascular at the American College of Cardiology Meeting

    Biosensors will market drug-eluting balloons manufactured by Eurocor

    ContraBand pulmonary artery banding system gains US FDA breakthrough status for HFrEF treatment

    GE HealthCare launches AltiX AI.i editions of its Mac-Lab, CardioLab and ComboLab systems

    TCT 2019: Acurate neo does not meet non-inferiority compared to Sapien 3

    Gene therapy trial seeks to reduce coronary graft failure

    CE mark for new version of Vivid E9 cardiovascular ultrasound system

    Tria

    Tria valves surpass 200 patient life years

    Soundbite Medical enters into a license agreement with VFLO Medical to bring its products to Chinese region

    Valentin Fuster awarded Spain’s highest civilian award for services to healthcare

    Early healing profile established for BioFreedom

    Baylis Medical expands European reach with new UK office

    Statin therapy “highly effective and safe” in cardiac and noncardiac patients

    First patient enrolled in US trial of Lotus valve system

    CE mark for 2.5mm Fantom Encore bioresorbable scaffold

    Genous stent safe with very short-term dual antiplatelet therapy

    Abbott’s CardioMEMS HF system receives FDA approval for use in earlier-stage heart failure

    TVT 2022: DAPT after Watchman FLX LAAO is comparable to currently approved regimens

    Analysis reports “dramatic” drop in cardiac surgery procedures during COVID-19

    First patients treated in TRICURE EFS study of Topaz tricuspid heart valve replacement system

    Chemical found in medical devices impairs heart function

    Teleflex to acquire Vascular Solutions in US$1 billion deal

    Evoque tricuspid valve replacement system gains Health Canada approval

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

    Study to investigate effectiveness of RenalGuard therapy during TAVI

    “Cuffless” system to monitor blood pressure could replace traditional methods

    COVID-19: Ventilator manufacturers unite to training alliance and create app for frontline workers

    Black people do not have a higher rate of mortality one year after PCI

    AI software for detecting undiagnosed MR gains US FDA approval

    AltaValve early feasibility study reports out to one year

    Bayer’s riociguat meets primary endpoint in phase III study in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension

    Results of cell therapy trial in patients with heart failure due to low EF published in JACC

    US FDA clears Stroke2prevent’s A-View balloon catheter

    Medtronic announces international market release of Driver Sprint RX

    EuroPCR 2017: ABSORB China and ABSORB show both comparable safety and efficacy to Xience at three years.

    Ziehm Imaging wins Gold Stevie Winner at the International Business Awards

    New NICE quality standards published on chronic heart failure

    ageing mitral valve surgery

    Frailty predicts greater death rate and higher costs after mitral valve surgery

    Low rate of target vessel revascularisation with Cobra PzF coronary stent

    Re-evaluate use of anticoagulation in patients with atrial flutter

    FDA approves Medtronic’s CoreValve Evolut R

    Pivotal trial of dissolving film oral anticoagulant reaches completion

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

    Cook Medical announces Slip-Cath Beacon Tip catheter is now available in the USA and Canada

    New arterial cannula for TandemHeart temporary circulatory support launched

    FDA approves labelling change for balloon catheter

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

    PCRLV 2016: MitraClip may be “safe and feasible” for treating tricuspid regurgitation

    Philips to showcase “full suite” of cardiology solutions for diagnosis and treatment at ESC

    Metallic bioresorbable scaffold “can be considered as an alternative” to polymeric scaffolds

    REPRISE I trial shows positive outcomes for the Lotus Transcatheter Aortic Valve System

    Registry data offer real-world comparison of Triclip against randomised trial performance

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    CE mark for Engager TAVI system

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