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Popular home BP devices unable to provide accurate readings for millions due to sizing
Millions of U.S. adults may not fit within the range of arm sizes eligible for accurate readings with some of the most popular home blood pressure cuffs on the market, researchers reported.
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FDA approves 160 cm endovascular navigation wire with 3D imaging guidance
Philips announced the FDA approved the 160 cm version of its endovascular navigation wire that uses fiber optic technology.
High life satisfaction linked to less inflammation, risk factors for heart disease
Higher levels of life satisfaction and well-being may portend lower rates of CVD due to the association between inflammatory markers and CV risk factors observed among individuals reporting lower well-being, researchers reported.
Q&A: AI transforming electrophysiology, but ‘preserving the humanism’ necessary
Few areas in medicine have been impacted by AI as much as cardiac electrophysiology. While still in early stages, it is already influencing how electrophysiologists detect disease and predict outcomes.
Burnout, withdrawal remain ‘alarmingly high’ among physicians and residents
Most physicians and residents report feelings of burnout, while stigma about receiving mental health care remains prevalent, according to a new report from The Physicians Foundation.
FDA approves expanded indication for pacing leads to include conduction pacing of LBB area
Boston Scientific announced it received FDA approval to expand the indication for its pacing leads to include conduction system pacing of the left bundle branch area when connected to a single- or dual-chamber pacemaker.
Remote monitoring, pharmacy telehealth visits improved BP control among rural patients
Remote BP monitoring and collaborative telehealth visits with a pharmacist improved BP control among patients at rural nephrology clinics and reduced hospitalization, a speaker reported.
Drinking moderate amounts of caffeine may cut risk for multiple cardiometabolic diseases
Adults who drink caffeinated beverages such as coffee or tea may have a lower risk for developing multiple cardiometabolic diseases compared with adults with low or no intake, according to study findings.
Premarket research not conducted for many CV devices subject to class I recall
Many recently recalled cardiovascular devices did not undergo premarket testing prior to FDA approval, and postmarket studies of the devices were slow and infrequent, researchers reported.
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