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HonorHealth Research Institute First in Southwest to Implant New Stroke Prevention Stent

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The Neuroguard Integrated Embolic Protection (IEP) system is an experimental treatment for carotid artery stenosis, also known as carotid artery disease, a condition in which fatty-waxy deposits known as plaque builds up and blocks the normal flow of blood in the large arteries on either side of the neck.

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Simpson Interventions Receives FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for Acolyte Image Guided Crossing and Re-Entry Catheter System

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We are committed to advancing the field of interventional cardiology and improving patient outcomes through innovation." This designation expedites the development, assessment, and review process, enabling patients to gain access to innovative medical technologies more quickly.

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Elixir Medical Granted FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for DynamX Bioadaptor

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The breakthrough designation, according to the Milpitas, CA-based technology company, is for an indication to improve coronary luminal diameter, restore hemodynamic modulation, and reduce plaque progression in patients with symptomatic ischemic heart disease due to discrete de novo native coronary artery lesions. of the U.S. population.

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Artificial Intelligence Helps Coronary CT Angiography and Accelerates the Development of Precision Medicine

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At present, machine learning, deep learning, and other AI technologies have been tried to be applied to intelligent diagnostic and decision making, image interpretation, accurate classification, and prognostication of cardiovascular diseases, which has led to broad application prospects and innovation potential.

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Mechanisms modulating foam cell formation in the arterial intima: exploring new therapeutic opportunities in atherosclerosis

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

In recent years, the role of macrophages as the primary cell type contributing to foam cell formation and atheroma plaque development has been widely acknowledged. Recent studies have further supported the notion that SMCs constitute the majority of foam cells in advanced atherosclerotic plaques.

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Philips Enrolls First Patient in Clinical Trial for Integrated Single-Device to Treat PAD

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THOR IDE clinical trial, which will study an innovative combined laser atherectomy and intravascular lithotripsy catheter that integrates two critical PAD treatments into a single device. The innovative feature of the Philips catheter is that both the atherectomy and lithotripsy are laser-driven. clinical trial,” said Dr.

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Cleerly Raises $106 Million in Series C Extension Funding

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This funding will allow us to expand our commercial reach, which is especially germane following our recent achievements in attaining Medicare coverage and a CPT Category I code for advanced plaque analysis. Until Cleerly, healthcare providers have had no way to easily and completely assess plaque burden in a non-invasive manner.