The system is indicated for the isolation of pulmonary veins in the treatment of drug-refractory, recurrent, symptomatic, paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and is a new alternative to standard-of-care thermal ablation treatment.
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While a mechanical heart pump can be a lifesaving intervention for patients with late-stage failure of the left side of the heart, the surgery to implant the pump can be risky. A new calculator helps tailor the risk assessment for each patient.
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A recent study reveals that successful pediatric cardiac surgery outcomes depend on quality metrics across hospitals of all sizes, not just on the volume of surgeries performed.
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Despite national guidelines recommending surgical aortic valve replacement for patients under 65 with severe aortic stenosis, many hospitals are opting for a nonsurgical approach in patients, leading to concerns about poorer outcomes.
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The concerning trend erases a decade of progress in curtailing fatal heart attacks and strokes, according to research reported in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
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