Cardiology Headline News

A system for mechanical thrombectomy treating ischemic stroke demonstrated a high level of sensitivity and specificity compared with human evaluation in a recent clinical trial, according to the manufacturer.

BOSTON — Long-term osilodrostat therapy may improve symptoms of comorbid cardiometabolic disorders such as hypertension and diabetes for adults with Cushing’s disease, according to data presented at ENDO 2024.

PHILADELPHIA — Despite there being few options to directly lower lipoprotein(a) as of yet, measurement is none the less important to identify those who would benefit from improved risk factor control, a speaker reported.

Most high and moderate risk factors for preeclampsia have increased from 2010 to 2021 in the U.S., according to a research letter published in JAMA.

PHILADELPHIA — In this Healio video exclusive, Erin D. Michos, MD, MHS, FAHA, FACC, FASE, FASPC, highlights the need for greater prevention of myocardial infarction and cardiovascular death in young women.

The FDA granted clearance for two new over-the-counter continuous glucose monitoring systems, one for adults with type 2 diabetes who do not use insulin and another for adults without diabetes, according to an industry press release.

PHILADELPHIA — A task force has issued an updated multispeciality guide to help clinicians manage diabetes, cardiorenal and metabolic diseases.

On May 8, the health care organization Ascension experienced a cyberattack that disrupted access to its electronic health care records, patient portals, phones and systems used to order tests, medications and procedures.

Financial independence is the holy grail, which affords one to work for the sake of working with the peace of mind of knowing they are no longer dependent on a paycheck to maintain their lifestyle.

PHILADELPHIA — HDL cholesterol has not been shown to have a causal role in atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, nor has lowering it reduced CV outcomes, but it may serve as a marker for CVD risk, according to a speaker.