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New Treatment Options Available for Patients with Tricuspid Valve Disease

DAIC

These innovative procedures offer safe and effective options for high-risk patients who previously had limited or no treatment alternatives, focusing on enhancing quality of life. A TEER procedure, which inserts clips in the valve to reduce leakage, works well for many, but is less effective for those with complex valve anatomy.

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Cancer therapy–related salivary dysfunction

Journal of Clinical Investigation - Cardiology

Consequently, changes in salivary function can profoundly impair quality of life for cancer patients. We discuss salivary gland anatomy and physiology to understand how anticancer therapies such as chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy impair salivary function.

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Medtronic Receives CE Mark for Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Replacement System

DAIC

Harmony TPV system clinical trials demonstrate ease of implant, conformability to the anatomy, and strong clinical and hemodynamic outcomes for congenital heart disease patients up to three years. Harmony TPV U.S. The device is expected to be commercially available across Europe later this month. 1 Hoffman JL, Kaplan S.

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Philips launches Duo Venous Stent System for Treatment of Symptomatic Venous Outflow Obstruction

DAIC

Deep venous anatomy and obstructions can present a multitude of complexities and mechanical challenges. Engineered for the unique demands of venous anatomy and obstructions, the Duo Venous Stent System is comprised of two stents – Duo Hybrid and Duo Extend – of various sizes. It is the third most common cardiovascular disease [2].

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Shockwave Medical Expands U.S. Peripheral IVL Portfolio with Enhanced Catheter

DAIC

1 People suffering from PAD have not only impaired quality of life but also increased risk of heart attack or stroke. PAD affects more than eight million people aged 40 and older in the United States. 2 CLTI is the most advanced and serious form of PAD, impacting nearly 2 million patients in the U.S.

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What is new in Heart failure management ? Ultrasonic cardiac re-synchronization : The WiSE -CRT device

Dr. S. Venkatesan MD

The primary reason is, the LV epicardial lead pacing site was pre-selected by the coronary sinus anatomy. Cardiac failure management remains basically disciplined medical management and a holistic approach to improve the quality of life. Still, the optimal benefit of CRT concept has been difficult to extract from this device.

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What Is TAVR? A Closer Look at Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement

AMS Cardiology

our blog aims to clearly outline this procedure and how it can significantly improve your quality of life. This includes reviewing your medical history, symptoms and undergoing imaging tests to assess your heart anatomy and valve function. Life After TAVR TAVR can significantly improve your quality of life.