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University of Cincinnati Study Finds Severe Ischemic Strokes are Rare in Patient Population

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Much of our early treatment options and long-term prognosis depend on this simple score, as strokes due to blood clots can grow without intervention.” Aziz said this study asked a simple question: How many patients in the region arrive at the hospital with low scores?

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Osso VR Expands Cardiology Training through ACC Collaboration

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Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion (LAAO) procedures are done to reduce the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation by sealing off the left atrial appendage, preventing the formation of blood clots. Both Osso VR and the American College of Cardiology are committed to excellence in medical education and patient care.

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ZODIAC Clinical Trial Led by UT Health Science Center Professor Likely to Make Major Impact on Stroke Care

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ZODIAC sought definitive results on the impact of head positioning on patients with large artery acute ischemic stroke prior to thrombectomy. A thrombectomy is a surgery to remove a blood clot from an artery or vein. We expect that our findings will change patient care dramatically in this patient population.”

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Avicenna.AI Secures FDA Clearance for Two Healthcare AI Solutions

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This is particularly relevant in the cancer patient population, where pulmonary embolism is a significant cause of mortality. The CINA-iPE algorithm identifies lung blood clots detected during routine CT scans for entirely different health conditions. For more information: www.avicenna.ai

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Philips Launches New Azurion Neuro Biplane System at #ECR2024 to Speed Up and Improve Minimally Invasive Diagnosis and Treatment of Neurovascular Patients

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By allowing neuro interventionists to treat more patients, more efficiently, with potentially better outcomes, the new Philips Azurion neuro biplane system enhances both the staff and patient experience and contributes to lower cost of care.

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Volta Medical Enters into Joint Development Agreement with GE HealthCare to Support Electrophysiologists Treating Atrial Fibrillation

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Mohr-Durdez added, “To help enhance patient care in this field, Volta Medical aims to further integrate its AI solution with EP innovators to help increase compatibility and address the challenges clinicians face in analyzing cardiac electrical signals.” 1 Approximately 33 million patients worldwide are living with AFib.

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

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Impacting 25 million people globally [1], deep venous disease results from venous thromboembolism, a condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in the vein [2]. It is the third most common cardiovascular disease [2]. Deep venous anatomy and obstructions can present a multitude of complexities and mechanical challenges. “In

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