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Understanding an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

MIBHS

Chronic Pulmonary Disease Lung diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can lead to pulmonary hypertension, which in turn can cause the right side of the heart to enlarge, a condition known as cor pulmonale. Beta-blockers , which slow the heart rate and reduce blood pressure.

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2024’s Mid-Year Review: FDA-Approved Cardiorenal Metabolic Drugs and Devices 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

The label includes a “black box” warning for CV risk due to blood clots. February 2024 FDA Approvals: Innovations in Cardiovascular Interventions XACT Carotid Stent System (Approved: 02/07/2024) This approval expands the indications to be used during a Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) procedure to prevent future strokes.