Technology
St. Jude Medical said the FDA cleared its SJM Confirm implantable cardiac monitor (ICM), a compact device designed to help physicians diagnose abnormal heart rhythms.
October 30, 2008
Technology
Concentric Medical’s V series of Merci Retrievers is available in multiple configurations and sizes to match patient anatomy to remove blood clots and help restore blood flow in patients who have suffered ischemic strokes.
October 30, 2008Technology
The ClariTEE miniaturized transesophageal echocardiography probe facilitates episodic monitoring of cardiac function. It is a single-use device that can remain indwelling for up to 72 hours, allowing intensivists and anesthesiologists to periodically assess cardiac preload and left ventricular systolic function over a prolonged period of time.
October 30, 2008Sponsored Content
Feature | Nuclear Imaging
Cardiac PET/CT represents a major advancement in cardiovascular diagnostics, offering significant clinical and ...
November 12, 2025
Feature | Nick Obradovich
Going into 2009, proponents of coronary CT angiography (CTA) are confident that the scan’s ever-increasing acceptance will lead to it becoming the gold standard in imaging for patients with low or intermediate risk of coronary artery disease. From a business perspective, the CTA remains a driving force in the cardiac CT market.
October 30, 2008
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The Piccolo Xpress is designed to enable cardiologists to quickly run CLIA-waived Creatinine and BUN tests via the ...
October 30, 2008Technology
Micrus Endovascular Corp. launched the Cerecyte and stretch-resistant versions of its DeltaPaq microcoil system for the treatment of cerebral aneurysms.
October 30, 2008Sponsored Content
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SPONSORED CONTENT — Studycast is a comprehensive imaging workflow system that allows healthcare professionals to work ...
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October 30, 2008 - Medtronic Inc. said today it plans to launch its portfolio of angioplasty products in the U.S. on the ...
October 30, 2008
Feature | Cardiovascular Ultrasound | Dave Fornell
Proponents and researchers of microbubble contrast-enhanced cardiac ultrasound say the technology will eventually evolve to match the diagnostic quality of CT and nuclear perfusion images without the radiation and at a faction of the cost.
October 30, 2008
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Physio-Control's LIFEPAK 20e defibrillator/monitor is an enhancement of the LIFEPAK 20 defibrillator/monitor, offering a more powerful Lithium-ion battery that doubles ECG monitoring time and the run time of other parameters such as noninvasive pacing and pulse oximetry.
October 30, 2008Sponsored Content
Feature | Information Technology
Providing exceptional cardiovascular care for patients to achieve the best possible outcomes is the number one goal for ...
March 21, 2024
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Hospitals today need software fast enough to accommodate high-volume clinical areas like cardiology, surgery and ...
October 30, 2008
Feature | Dave Fornell
This summer we asked readers of Diagnostic & Invasive Cardiology to submit the names and feats of the most innovative heart hospitals in the U.S. Two of those submissions are highlighted here to explain how one significantly decreased its door-to-balloon time and how the other is separating itself from competing hospitals with outstanding customer service. Cutting Door-to-Balloon Time
October 30, 2008
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Vascular Solutions Inc. offers the EXPRO Elite Snare, a one-piece medical device designed for the retrieval and manipulation of objects located in the cardiovascular system, including coils, balloons, catheters and guide wires.
October 30, 2008Sponsored Content
Feature | Cardiac Imaging
Cardiac positron emission tomography (PET) is growing in popularity among cardiologists because it provides the ability ...
March 05, 2024
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Q-Stress 4.0 by Cardiac Science features new Q-Exchange connectivity, which reportedly enhances bi-directional data ...
October 30, 2008Technology
Mennen Medical recently released a new cath lab hemodynamic monitoring system, the Horizon XVu, which is embedded with a reportedly ultra modern interface and analysis system, includes network ability and efficient workflow connectivity as part of Mennen’s total IT solution. The new software displays eight main focus areas.
October 30, 2008News
October 30, 2008 - C. R. Bard Inc. today received approval from the FDA to market the Flair Endovascular Stent Graft with an optimized delivery system.
October 29, 2008