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Cryo-EM technology reveals how vitamin K works in the body, paving way for new anticoagulants

Medical Xpress - Cardiology

Using a powerful microscopy technique, a team led by researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center has gained insights into how the body uses vitamin K, an essential nutrient that plays a pivotal role in blood clotting and other physiological functions.

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Innovative Aspiration Thrombectomy System by Expanse ICE Receives FDA Clearance for Vessels of the Peripheral Arterial and Venous Systems

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Blood clots are the third most common vascular disease. Almost one million patients suffer from peripheral blood clots that must be treated each year, and up to 33% of them suffer long-term complications, according to the Center for Disease Control.

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Imperative Care Expands Precision Thrombectomy Portfolio

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The catheter is designed to elevate care for patients with venous thrombosis, a serious condition caused by a blood clot forming in the veins of the legs or abdomen that can have a life-threatening impact if left untreated.

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Osso VR Expands Cardiology Training through ACC Collaboration

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With the integration of Osso VR's immersive technology and the expertise of the ACC, interventionalists will gain access to a state-of-the-art training simulation of the workflow and skills required to successfully perform a left atrial appendage occlusion procedure (LAAO).

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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. “Duo

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Abstract TP214: In-Silico versus In-Vitro Evaluation of a New Stent-Retriever Design: A Novel Approach to Pre-Clinical Device Development

Stroke Journal

Multiple thrombectomy scenarios were defined and validation analysis was performed.Results:We defined multiple thrombectomy scenarios including 1 cm red blood clot in M1 artery, 2 cm bifurcation M1-M2 red blood clot (Y-shaped clot), 1 cm white blood clot in M1 artery, and 1 cm white blood clot in superior M2 artery.

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Boston Scientific Initiates AVANT GUARD Clinical Trial to Evaluate FARAPULSE Pulsed Field Ablation System as First-Line Treatment for Persistent Atrial Fibrillation

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Early treatment of persistent AF can reduce the risk of blood clots, stroke, and heart failure, and may prevent the disease from becoming permanent. Unlike paroxysmal AF, which describes symptoms that last for seven days or fewer, persistent AF is a sustained arrhythmia that lasts for more than a week 1. Circulation.