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Image: The full MagLev HeartMate 3 LVAD system (Photo courtesy of Abbott).

Innovative LVAD Helps Advanced Heart Failure Patients

An advanced left ventricular assist device (LVAD) provides a new option for physicians managing advanced heart failure (HF) patients in need of short-term hemodynamic support. More...
27 Sep 2017
Image: A new study showed an increase in BP, heart rate and arterial stiffness after smoking e-cigarettes (Photo courtesy of PSU).

E-Cigarettes Increase Vital Signs and Arterial Stiffness

Significant increases in blood pressure (BP), heart rate, and arterial stiffness are seen in the first 30 minutes after smoking electronic-cigarettes containing nicotine, according to a new study. More...
26 Sep 2017
Image: The new DEC Duodenoscope is designed to improve reprocessing outcomes (Photo courtesy of Pentax Medical).

Disposable Duodenoscope Cap Enhances Infection Prevention

A unique duodenoscope with a disposable elevator cap (DEC) offers clinicians a new solution for improving reprocessing outcomes. More...
26 Sep 2017

Statins Reduce CVD Risk in Men with Elevated LDL

A new study demonstrates the benefits of using statins to lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels for primary prevention of coronary heart disease (CHD). More...
22 Sep 2017
Image: UConn researchers George Lykotrafitis and Kostyantyn Partola with the whole blood rheometer (Photo courtesy of Sean Flynn / UConn).

New Microchannel Device Measures Blood Viscosity

An innovative optical device can measure blood viscosity at the point of care, providing an early warning sign of a potential cardiovascular event. More...
21 Sep 2017
Image: MyoVista provides detailed visualization of energy distribution during the cardiac cycle (Photo courtesy of HeartSciences).

High Sensitivity ECG Device Screens for Heart Disease

A low-cost electrocardiograph (ECG) screening device uses advanced signal processing technology to improve the early detection of heart disease. More...
20 Sep 2017
Image: The GlideScope Go video laryngoscope system (Photo courtesy of Verathon).

Handheld Video Laryngoscope Facilitates Airway Management

A new high-resolution portable video laryngoscope system provides consistently clear airway views in a wide variety of settings. More...
19 Sep 2017
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