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CT-Scan Vs. Invasive Angiography: Statement From The ESC

04 December 2008

Recent media reports based on a new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine (27 November 2008 issue) have announced that "noninvasive CT scans cannot replace imaging of coronary artery blockages by conventional invasive angiography"...
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Multi-Translated HeartScore Revises Its Approach To Risk Assessment In Young Patients

04 December 2008

A new release of HeartScore® the interactive tool designed to predict and help manage the risk of heart attack and stroke in Europe created by the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) was launched on Tuesday 18 November 2008 at http://www...
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Landmark EchoCRT Trial Enrolls First European Patients

04 December 2008

BIOTRONIK announced that the first European patients have been enrolled into the EchoCRT (Echocardiography guided Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy) trial by the team of physicians at Hospital Clínic in Barcelona, Spain, led by Professor Dr...
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Cardiovascular / Cardiology News Articles Archive - Page 1

04 December 2008

Deborah Heart & Lung Center Receives Top Honors For Outstanding Cardiovascular Outcomes

Medtronic Launches Sprinter(R) Angioplasty Balloon Cathethers On Rapid Exchange

Two Drug Blood Pressure Therapy Reduces Heart Attacks

03 December 2008

New Class Of Lipids Suggests New Treatment Approach For Heart Attacks

Identifying Smokers Via Text Messaging Proves Effective For Cardiovascular Disease Battle

Consuming Up To Two Drinks Per Day Not Associated With Increased Risk Of Irregular Heart Beat For Women

Researchers Reveal What Makes The Heart 'Tick-Tock'

Use Of Rapid Response Team In Hospital Not Associated With Reduction In Cardiopulmonary Arrests Or Deaths

Long-Term Consequences Of Deep Venous Thrombosis Aren't Cured By Blood Thinners, Say McGill Scientists

Cardiologists Debate Study Comparing CT Scans, Angiograms

Lack Of Vitamin D Could Spell Heart Trouble

If All Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgeries Were Done As Well As In The Top Hospitals 1,500 Lives Could Be Saved, USA

Risk Of Death May Be Higher With Drug Commonly Used During Cardiac Surgery

Heart Drugs: Brand Names No Better Than Generics, Study

02 December 2008

Limited Access To Cardiovascular Treatments In The World's Largest Populations Is Causing Increasing Inequity Between Rich And Poor

Women With Mitral Valve Prolapse Are Treated Less Aggressively Than Men And May Be At High Risk

01 December 2008

Researchers Learn That Some 'Good Cholesterol' Isn't Good Enough

New NPS Patient Resource On Infective Endocarditis, Australia

MicroRNA Blocker Prevented Heart Failure In Mice

30 November 2008

Drinking Patterns More Important Than Total Imbibed In Cardivascular Disease Risk

Value Of Advanced CT Scans To Check For Clogged Arteries Supported By Study

29 November 2008

Options Available For Cartilage Repair May Expand With Clinical Trial

28 November 2008

GENFIT: Therapeutic Potential Of Gft505 Is Demonstrated In The Treatment Of Cardiovascular Risk Associated With Pre-Diabetes

Inhibiting Micrornas Through Antagomirs: An Experimental Strategy That Increases Vascularization And Reduces Infarct Size - November 24-27, Austria

When Stroke Is Maximal After A TIA And When To Treat With CAS Or Carotid Endartecectomy

Mentice VIST(TM) New And Enhanced Carotid And Coronary Training Modules Medical Simulation Training To The Next Level

Sorin Group Announces European Market Release And First Implant Of New-Generation Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator

Choosing Local Or General Anaesthetic For Carotid Surgery - Study Shows No Difference In Outcome (Gala Trial), The Lancet

27 November 2008

New CT Scanners Detect Blocked Arteries

Medis And TomTec Launch Joint Cardiac Imaging And Analysis Product

In Pediatric Cardiology Parents Are The Unsung Heroes

Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Therapy Decreases Cardiovascular Risk

International Medical Team Announces Patient Results In Adult Stem Cell Clinical Study For Pulmonary Hypertension

Long-Term Declines In Cancer Incidence, Mortality Rates Seen For First Time, Analysis Finds

26 November 2008

Repair Of Injured Heart Muscle Achieved In Lab Tests Of Stem Cells

Why Does It Take So Long For A Correct Diagnosis Of Pulmonary Hypertension?

For Women With Existing Heart Risk, Estrogen Therapy Could Be Dangerous

Patients In Nigeria To Benefit From Five New Cardiology Machines Donated By City Hospital, Sandwell And W Birmingham NHS, UK

Minister Praised Harefield Hospital For Cutting-Edge Patient Services, England

Understanding How Oxidative Stress Impairs Endothelial Progenitor Cell Function May Lead To Antioxidant Therapy To Prevent Cardiovascular Disease

Heart Pumps: High Cost, High Mortality In An Emerging Technology

Dramatic JUPITER Findings Fail To Sway Prescribing Behavior, Poll Shows

CVBT Doses First Patient In Its Phase II Clinical Trial For Severe Coronary Heart Disease

Research Links Genetic Variant, Poor Glycemic Control To Coronary Artery Disease

Scientists Teach Enzyme To Make Synthetic Heparin In More Varieties

Inactivity Linked To Increased Cardiovascular Risk In Depressed Heart Patients

25 November 2008

Cardiac Biomarker Soluble ST2 Shows Significant Clinical Value Over Natriuretic Peptide Markers In Monitoring Hospitalized Heart Failure Patients

Presence Of Gum Disease May Help Dentists And Physicians Identify Those At Increased Risk For Cardiovascular Disease

New Developments In Anti-Platelet Agents Revealed At The VEITH Symposium

Timing And Patterns Of Stroke Following Carotid Artery Stenting Shown Similar To Those Seen After Carotid Endarterectomy

Duplex Follow-Up Of Asymptomatic Carotid Stenosis: Results Revealed At The VEITH Symposium

A Simple Blood Test Proving To Be An Effective Predictor Of Cardiac Risk In Vascular Surgery Patients

Cardiac Stress Testing In Claudicants: Use Of A Stationary Bicycle In Place Of A Treadmill Is An Acceptable Alternative

ICSS European Randomized Comparison Of CEA And CAS Findings Showing Similarity To N. America's Crest Trial

Numerical Models Better Than Animal Models For Design, Testing Of Endovascular Grafts And Should Make Animal Models Obsolete

Carotid Artery Stenting (CAS) Woes Just A Temporary Setback: "The Game Is Not Over"

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