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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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A new joint guideline from the American Heart Association (AHA), the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and nine other medical societies reports early diagnosis and treatment of peripheral artery disease is essential to improve outcomes and reduce amputation risk, heart attack, stroke and death for people with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).

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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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PAD Pulse Alliance Urges Screening During American Heart Month

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3, 2025 Today, Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)affects 10 million Americans and is the most common cause of limb amputation outside of trauma. Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a chronic condition where plaquea sticky substance made of fat and cholesterolbuilds up in the arteries that carry blood to your legs.

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Scientists find cancer-like features in atherosclerosis, spurring opportunity for new treatment approaches

Science Daily - Heart Disease

Atherosclerosis is characterized by a narrowing of arterial walls and can increase risk of coronary artery disease, stroke, peripheral artery disease, or kidney disorders.

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Minimally Invasive Vascular Disease Treatments

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Vascular disease affects the body’s vast network of blood vessels, veins and arteries. Common examples of vascular disease are aneurysms (a dangerous bulge in an artery wall), atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in the… Source

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Clinical utility of lipoprotein(a): an interventionist’s perspective

The British Journal of Cardiology

Large-scale observational data have demonstrated a robust, independent association of elevated lipoprotein(a) (Lp[a]) levels with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (CVD), stroke, and peripheral artery disease.

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Two Studies Show Clot-Sensing Guidewire Successfully Identifies 'Fresh Clot' to Support Decision-Making in PAD Treatment

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13, 2024Sensome hasannounced positive results from two studies of its Clotild Smart Guidewire System demonstrating its ability to successfully identify fresh clot thrombus rich in red blood cells (RBCs) in peripheral artery disease (PAD) and differentiate it from other tissue encountered during PAD procedures. Lancet Glob.