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Patients do not have an increased risk of developing dementia after TIA, according to the @FraminghamStudy. The data shows that a TIA may serve as an early warning sign to make lifestyle changes that improve overall health. More here: tctmd.com/news/no-clear-…
Broader use of polypills could help prevent 29 to 51 million deaths and 72 to 130 million nonfatal MIs, strokes, and cases of heart failure by 2050. The impact of CVD prevention will be especially significant for those in poorer countries. tctmd.com/news/wider-use…
In this episode of TCTMD Talking Points, @RenateSchn614, @rbcasado, and @mmamas1973 discuss the atrial fibrillation guidelines revealed at ESC Congress 2024. tctmd.com/audio/new-esc-…
Physical Activity Ebbs, Flows Over a Lifetime but Rarely Rebounds After CVD dlvr.it/TM4Yp2
💡Get insights from #TCT2025 Program Director Dr. Gary Mintz on how this year’s meeting is advancing the field! Don’t miss critical learning in coronary care featuring cutting-edge imaging, physiology, and CT-guided PCI planning. Take a first look at the program now. More…
The environmental impact of surgical AVR is twice as large as TAVI, with increases driven by biological waste, longer hospital stays, and use of anesthetic gases. The study, led by @igeorge1975, is meant to bring awareness to how clinical decision making affects the environment.…
Some Ups, Some Downs in Proposed CMS Reimbursement for 2026, Cardiologists Say dlvr.it/TM3WFq
AI-QCT Possibly Lessens Gap Between Ideal vs Actual Care for Patients at Risk of ASCVD dlvr.it/TM3VgC
For symptomatic patients who’ve undergone CCTA, added knowledge gleaned from AI-CPA (@Heartflow) changes the management strategy more than half the time, according to new data from the DECIDE registry. tctmd.com/news/ai-based-… @CianPMcCarthy @SuzanneJBaron #SCCT2025
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For symptomatic patients who’ve undergone CCTA, added knowledge gleaned from AI-CPA (@Heartflow) changes the management strategy more than half the time, according to new data from the DECIDE registry. tctmd.com/news/ai-based-… @CianPMcCarthy @SuzanneJBaron #SCCT2025
Mark your calendar! The premier CTO conference returns to NYC! 🗽 🗓️ February 13–14, 2026 | 📍 New York Marriott Marquis Get ready for two days of world-class education taught by CTO PCI masters. #CTO2026 registration and call for science open this fall. Stay tuned for updates!…
The accuracy of the new PREVENT calculator varies by healthcare system and patient factors, a new #JACC study shows. Find out more in @TCTMD: bit.ly/4m9NSKu
AI-Based Coronary Plaque Analysis Can Inform Management Beyond CCTA: DECIDE Registry dlvr.it/TM2VYG
🗨️CMS has opened a 30-day public comment period for its recently proposed coverage decision for #RenalDenervation. This NCD would make this procedure reimbursable, allowing for improved patient access. Learn more with this @TCTMD article and submit your comments➡️…
The use of finerenone in HF patients with mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction has been approved by the @US_FDA. The decision is based on the FINEARTS-HF trial that extends the option for MRA-based therapy beyond patients with reduced LVEF. Read more here:…
Coverage for renal denervation for the treatment of uncontrolled hypertension has been proposed and issued by @CMSGov. If approved, it'll help ease uptake of the procedure that has been hindered by reimbursement issues. More here: tctmd.com/news/cms-issue…
Stress testing may predict the prognosis of patients with stable, moderate-to-severe CAD, according to the ISCHEMIA trial. But those with abnormal findings had worse outcomes, making it challenging to know how to modify those risks. tctmd.com/news/stress-te…
PREVENT Risk Calculator’s Accuracy Varies by Healthcare System, Patient Factors dlvr.it/TM0JW6
