Exercise Tolerance Testing (ETT) is a diagnostic tool consisting of the RHE cycle, that is used in conjunction with scientifically validated exercise testing protocols to create a more accurate, sensitive and comfortable test, according to the company.

The Cardius 3 XPO triple-head camera features fourth- generation High Definition Solid-State Detectors (HDSD) that offer up to a 38 percent greater image acquisition efficiency for cardiac SPECT over dual-head systems and a patient positioning system that permits imaging patients weighing up to 500 pounds.

The TandemHeart PTVA System by Cardiac Assist provides up to five liters per minute of blood flow through a cardiac catheterization procedure in as little as 30 minutes. The system, which recently surpassed its 850th successful procedure, is FDA cleared for extracorporeal circulatory support for up to six hours for procedures not requiring full cardiopulmonary bypass.

Pfizer says the FDA has approved the company’s Lipitor (atorvastatin calcium) Tablets to reduce the risk of nonfatal heart attacks, fatal and non-fatal strokes, certain types of heart surgery, hospitalization for heart failure, and chest pain in patients with heart disease — making Lipitor the first cholesterol-lowering medication to receive FDA approval for the reduction of the risk of hospit

Cordis Corp. introduced the REGATTA Steerable Guidewire family of devices in the U.S. this week, which 12 selections of the REGATTA Steerable Guidewire and two choices of the REGATTA SB Steerable Guidewire. In April, the company plans to add the REGATTA HS Steerable Guidewire in two selections.

Sentinel integrates the entire range of noninvasive diagnostic cardiology solutions including: ECG Exercise Testing, 12-Lead ECG, Holter Monitoring, ECG Event Recording and Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring into one central data management system.

St. Jude Medical Inc. says it has received FDA approval of a new cardiac rhythm management device designed to help physicians manage heart failure (HF) patients, including patients who have or may develop atrial fibrillation (AF).

McKesson has announced it has expanded its distribution agreement with Toshiba America Medical Systems Inc., to include cardiovascular medical solutions. Nine months ago the two companies had announced their initial radiology imaging partnership, which has been a success, they say.

Rcadia Medical Imaging Ltd., an Israel-based developer of novel computer-aided diagnostic software, has received FDA clearance to market its COR Analyzer I, which assists screening of triage patients for coronary artery disease.

Siemens has introduced the completely redesigned Soarian Cardiology 2.0, which has become an integral part of Nebraska Heart Hospital’s strategy to be at the forefront of treating cardiovascular disease by pursuing comprehensive solutions. The CIVS blends cardiac imaging via syngoDynamics and information technology (IT) to optimize clinical performance and help improve patient outcomes.

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