Cardiology
The American Heart Association is poised to release a groundbreaking scientific statement endorsing the use of computed tomography (CT) calcium screenings for widespread use among adults. This move is expected to significantly impact public health, considering that more than 50% of patients who suffer sudden heart attacks show no prior
Cardiology
A randomized controlled study presented at the annual congress of The Association of Anesthetists of Great Britain & Ireland has shown that the CardioQ system significantly improves patient outcomes after surgery. The study, funded by the Department of Health, involved 128 patients undergoing major bowel surgery and found that using
Cardiology
Royal Philips Electronics announced a new brand promise centered on the concept of "Sense and Simplicity," aimed at delivering intuitive end-user experiences across its healthcare, lifestyle, and technology domains. The rebranding initiative is part of the company's management agenda to become market-driven and achieve sustained, profitable
Cardiology
In a significant breakthrough, a partnership between PDSHeart, Inc., and Medtronic, Inc. is set to make automated external defibrillators (AEDs) available for patient home use. Recent changes in Medicare guidelines now allow patients to rent-to-own the life-saving technology. The PDSHeart program offers a monthly turnkey service plan, adding no cost
Cardiology
Scientists in France have raised questions about the clinical relevance of statins' effects on HDL-cholesterol levels. The researchers noted that while statin therapy increases HDL-cholesterol, the benefits of this effect are unclear due to the concomitant reduction of LDL-cholesterol. HDL particles play a crucial role in protecting against coronary
Cardiology
LeMaitre Vascular, a leader in vascular medical devices, has opened its Japanese subsidiary in Tokyo to serve as the hub for sales, marketing, and product shipments to customers in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. The new subsidiary, LeMaitre Vascular KK, will be led by Toshihito Seto, recently appointed director of Asian
Cardiology
Curis, Inc., a therapeutic drug development company, announced that a report in the scientific journal Development has demonstrated the essential role of the Hedgehog signaling pathway in the formation of the blood vessels that form the vascular network throughout the body. The study, led by researchers from the University of
Cardiology
The study published in the journal Genomics on September 26, 2004, by O. Menzel and colleagues at the University of Geneva provides new insights into the pathogenesis of Down syndrome, a genetic disorder caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. The researchers isolated and characterized the C21orf80 gene, a
Cardiology
QMed, Inc., a company that provides Disease Management (DM) services to patients and physicians around the country, has announced that its programs have successfully reduced hypertension among health plan members, including many managed Medicare seniors. With nearly 58% of hypertensive patients in QMed programs maintaining normal blood pressure ranges, the
Cardiology
Researchers at the University of Karlsruhe have developed a novel test system to compare the diagnostic capabilities of automatic fibrillation detection devices. The study highlighted the limitations of older devices in meeting international standards for sensitivity and specificity. The researchers also noted differences in company philosophies regarding the emphasis on
Cardiology
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a chronic heart rhythm disorder that affects approximately 2.2 million people in the United States, causing a significant public health burden. According to a study published in Circulation, one out of four adults age 40 or older could develop AF, which is a major risk
Cardiology
Since its FDA approval on August 12, 2003, Crestor (rosuvastatin calcium) has become a crucial treatment option for millions of people worldwide struggling with elevated cholesterol levels. The medication, developed by AstraZeneca, has been proven to be safe and effective in lowering cholesterol levels, with over 1.2 million patients
