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New Tool Helps Predict Stroke Outcome with Higher Accuracy

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29, 2025 Researchers atOchsner Health, led byHernan Bazan, MD, DFSVS, FACS, have developed a predictive model with a 93% accuracy rate in determining whether urgent carotid-intervention patients will regain functional independence. Stroke care presents distinct challenges that require swift action and informed decisions.

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Heart Rhythm Society’s HRX 2024 to Draw Cardiovascular Innovators to Atlanta

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The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) is preparing for HRX 2024, the third annual event of its kind, which will be held from September 5-7, 2024, in Atlanta, GA, gathering cardiovascular health innovators together to explore discoveries and advance partnerships between medicine and technology. On Thursday, Sept.

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Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Stroke Recovery Through Digital Health Solutions

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Stroke recovery is a challenging process that extends for months after hospital discharge. Issues like cognitive impairment and social determinants of health (SDOH) hurdles often go unrecognized until patients are home. After the stroke, I had new prescriptions, and this was the first obstacle for me.

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Penn Presbyterian Medical Center Becomes First Hospital in the Northeast to Adopt Advanced Robotic Technology for Heart Treatment

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milla1cf Thu, 05/30/2024 - 10:31 May 30, 2024 — Stereotaxis , a pioneer in surgical robotics for minimally invasive endovascular intervention, announced the successful treatment of the first heart rhythm patients by Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC) utilizing the advanced Genesis Robotic Magnetic Navigation System.

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Biosense Webster Begins Enrollment of Pivotal Trial Evaluating the Laminar Left Atrial Appendage Elimination Device?

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Bernard's Heart & Vascular Center , Jonesboro, Arkansas) mark a significant milestone in the pursuit of innovative solutions for non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF) treatment. The prospective, randomized, controlled, multicenter, open-label pivotal clinical study aims to enroll 1,500 patients across up to 100 sites in the United States. Patients

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Fellowship Programs Demystified: Why and When You Should Consider a Fellowship

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Access to Cutting-Edge Techniques Many fellowships expose participants to the latest technologies and innovations in their field. These programs also prepare fellows for leadership roles, equipping them to drive change and innovation in their respective fields. When to Pursue a Fellowship? Here are some scenarios to consider: 1.

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Abstract TP68: Streamlining Innovation: A Stroke of Genius in Education

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP68-ATP68, February 1, 2025. Background:A mandatory educational requirement for nurses and staff at designated stroke centers existed within a health system, but the process varied across sites. Staff selected their own educational content, leading to minimal engagement and irrelevant content.