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The Texas Heart Institute Collaborates on Multi-institutional DOD Grant to Develop Novel Left Ventricular Assist Device

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Patients with heart failure often experience reduced mobility, quality of life and ability to work; the disease also represents a significant public health care burden. As an alternative therapeutic option, LVAD heart pumps have been implanted to help patients with end-stage heart failure sustain blood circulation in the body.

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News from EHRA 2024: International Experts Agree on Standards for Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation

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Some patients need computed tomography or transoesophageal echocardiography to exclude the presence of a blood clot in the heart. Blood thinners should not be interrupted before catheter ablation and patients should receive specific instructions from their healthcare provider on continuing their medication.

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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]. Ultimately, the new device promises to enable excellent clinical outcomes and drive significant quality of life improvements.”

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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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Minimally invasive procedures are a key part of the diagnosis and treatment pathway for stroke , where every minute counts in conserving the patient’s quality-of-life. Interventional systems are also used to precisely plan and carry out complex neurovascular procedures such as the repair of brain aneurysms and birth defects.

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Is Anemia Common After Heart Bypass Surgery?

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Minimally Invasive Heart Bypass Surgery : Uses smaller incisions and advanced techniques, which often result in less blood loss, faster recovery, and a lower risk of complications compared to traditional cardiac surgery. Anemia happens when the body lacks enough red blood cells or hemoglobin to deliver sufficient oxygen to the tissues.

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New Guidelines on Peripheral Artery Disease Issued by American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and Leading Medical Societies

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PAD is a serious, progressive cardiovascular disease primarily caused by a buildup of fatty plaque in the blood vessels, or atherosclerosis. This plaque narrows the blood vessels and reduces blood flow to the legs and feet, which may significantly impair physical function, walking performance and quality of life.

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How Mental Health Can Affect Your Heart Health

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While it’s well-known that mental health issues like anxiety and depression can profoundly impact one’s quality of life, what’s often overlooked is their potential to affect physical health, particularly the heart. People with anxiety often experience elevated heart rates and increased blood pressure.