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

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Edwards EVOQUE Tricuspid Valve Replacement System (Approved: 02/01/2024) This system provides a novel approach to tricuspid valve replacement, potentially benefiting patients with tricuspid regurgitation without open-heart surgery. The label includes a “black box” warning for CV risk due to blood clots.

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Is Anemia Common After Heart Bypass Surgery?

MIBHS

The process of bypassing blocked arteries often involves blood loss, and the bodys response to surgery, such as inflammation or changes in nutrient absorption, can contribute to the development of anemia in cardiac surgery patients. CABG is typically performed using traditional open-heart surgery or minimally invasive methods.

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Teen Topics – The Top 10 Things to Remember About CHD as an Adult

Conquering CHD

The current list of medications, especially blood thinners and rhythm drugs If your child is on Coumadin to prevent a blood clot, this is incredibly important information. Virtually no one can afford open-heart surgery, catheter procedures, or other major heart procedures out-of-pocket.