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Boston Scientific Initiates AVANT GUARD Clinical Trial to Evaluate FARAPULSE Pulsed Field Ablation System as First-Line Treatment for Persistent Atrial Fibrillation

DAIC

Outcomes of ablation with the FARAPULSE PFA System – a nonthermal treatment in which electric fields selectively ablate heart tissue – will be compared to outcomes following use of anti-arrhythmic drug (AAD) therapy, which is commonly prescribed for patients living with persistent AF. Circulation. Not available for sale.

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Early Rhythm Control, Lifestyle Modification and More Tailored Stroke Risk Assessment Are Top Goals in Managing Atrial Fibrillation

DAIC

The guideline was jointly published today in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology and Circulation. Catheter ablation was given the highest Class 1 treatment recommendation for appropriately selected patients, including those with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. Additional Resources: After Nov.

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Advanced Vascular Care

AMS Cardiology

Total loss of circulation can lead to gangrene and loss of a limb. Spider Veins: Small red or purple bursts on your knees, calves or thighs caused by swollen capillaries (small blood vessels). Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) : A blood clot occurring in a deep vein. This can lead to a transient ischemic attack (TIA) or stroke.