Archive for category: Cardiovascular Disease

Contactless atrial fibrillation detection system achieves clinical-grade accuracy

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A groundbreaking contactless detection system for atrial fibrillation using radio technology and artificial intelligence has demonstrated clinical-grade diagnostic accuracy. Published in Nature Communications, the innovative system records heart mechanical motion via radar sensing and analyses it using neural networks, enabling detection without physical contact and potentially facilitating early diagnosis before symptoms appear.

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New study reveals TCAR outperforms TF-CAS for stroke prevention in carotid artery stenosis

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Surgical transcarotid artery revascularisation (TCAR) demonstrated significantly lower stroke risk compared to percutaneous transfemoral carotid artery stenting (TF-CAS) over a 3-year follow-up period, according to a comprehensive comparative effectiveness study published in JAMA Network Open, offering critical guidance for physicians and patients selecting carotid stenting procedures.

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Elixir Medical has launched its LithiX Hertz Contact (HC) Intravascular Lithotripsy System (IVL) in Europe

Elixir Medical launches new intravascular lithotripsy system in Europe

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Elixir Medical’s LithiX Hertz Contact IVL system receives CE Mark approval for treating calcified coronary lesions without external energy source.

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ESC Congress 2024: Quitting smoking halves cardiovascular risk in coronary artery disease patients

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New research reveals that patients with stable coronary artery disease who quit smoking at any point after diagnosis can reduce their risk of major cardiovascular events by nearly 50%. The study, presented at ESC Congress 2024, also found that merely reducing smoking habits had minimal impact on cardiovascular risk.  

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ESC Congress 2024: Experts call for routine screening of Lipoprotein(a) in cardiovascular health

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A series of groundbreaking studies from Poland have shed new light on the prevalence and impact of lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] on cardiovascular health, prompting calls for routine measurement of this important biomarker.

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New blood platelet score unveils hidden cardiovascular risk

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A novel genetic scoring system developed by researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine could revolutionise the detection of platelet hyperreactivity, offering a more precise method to identify patients at risk of heart attacks and strokes.  

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New cardiovascular risk equations could dramatically reduce statin and antihypertensive prescribing

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A study published in JAMA estimates that adopting new cardiovascular disease risk prediction equations could make nearly 16 million fewer US adults eligible for preventive medications, potentially leading to over 100,000 additional occurrences of myocardial infarction or stroke over 10 years.  

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