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Study Shows Medtronic ICM Accurately Predicts Risk Thresholds for AFib Patients Using AI

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ii The DEFINE AFib clinical study enrolled 973 patients using an app-based enrollment feature and characterized the impact of AF burden on patient outcomes and quality of life. By 2030, approximately 12.2 million people in the U.S. will have AF, an irregular and potentially dangerous heart rhythm. Piccini, M.D., 2024, May 15).

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Resynchronising the Heart in Heart Failure

Dr. Sanjay Gupta

Today’s vlog is on the subject of heart failure and in particular on a special type of pacemaker which can make a significant improvement to the quality of life and length of life in patients with heart failure. In addition, the group with the BiV pacemaker were less likely to be hospitalized for heart failure flare-ups.

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Nerve Stimulation Plus Intense Rehab May Improve Arm and Hand Function After Stroke

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“The recovery of arm and hand function after a stroke often stalls or even declines, leaving many patients with chronic motor deficits that limit their independence and quality of life. New treatments that can boost the benefits of physical rehabilitation are desperately needed,” said the study’s lead author Teresa J.

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