Coronary angiography matches IVUS in guiding PCI stent implantation
Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) is on par with quantitative coronary angiography when it comes to guiding stent implantation, a study published March 13 in JAMA Cardiology found. Researchers led by Cheol Whan Lee, MD, from the University of Ulsan in Seoul, South Korea, found that both methods during percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) showed similar rates of target lesion failure at 12 months. “Findings of this study suggest that a standardized quantitative coronary angiography-based PCI algorithm may be an acceptable alternative to IVUS-guided PCI, and warrants further research,” Lee and co-authors wrote. Whil...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - March 13, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Amerigo Allegretto Tags: Subspecialties Ultrasound Cardiovascular Radiology Source Type: news

Paclitaxel-Coated Balloon Effective for Coronary In-Stent Restenosis
MONDAY, March 11, 2024 -- A paclitaxel-coated balloon is superior to an uncoated balloon for the composite end point of target lesion failure among patients undergoing coronary angioplasty for in-stent restenosis, according to a study published... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - March 11, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

CEUS shines in diagnostic, interventional settings
Dynamic contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) is a useful tool for interventions, according to a March 3 presentation given at ECR 2024. In his talk, Dean Huang, MD, from King’s College London in England outlined novel applications for CEUS in vascular and nonvascular imaging, as well as therapeutic and potential future applications.  “Ultrasound contrast agent use can be ubiquitous in interventional practice and can solve many logistical or clinical diagnostic problems,” he said. “And we can achieve all of this without the use of radiation and nephrotoxicity.” Dean Huang, MD, from King's College London highligh...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - March 6, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Amerigo Allegretto Tags: Ultrasound Source Type: news

FDA OKs First Drug-Coated Balloon for In-Stent Restenosis FDA OKs First Drug-Coated Balloon for In-Stent Restenosis
The Agent DCB, from Boston Scientific, was superior to uncoated balloon angioplasty for the treatment of coronary artery in-stent restenosis in a pivotal trial.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines - March 1, 2024 Category: Cardiology Tags: Cardiology Source Type: news

Intravascular Imaging Guidance of PCI Reduces Death, Heart Attack
MONDAY, Feb. 26, 2024 -- Use of intravascular imaging-guided percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with drug-eluting stents results in reduced risks for death, myocardial infarction, repeat revascularization, and stent thrombosis, according to a... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - February 26, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Coding changes that will impact radiology practices in 2024
Erin Stephens.The annual update to the Current Procedural Terminology1 (CPT) for 2024 has 230 new codes, 70 revised codes, and 49 deleted codes. In addition, there are 395 new diagnosis codes contained in the ICD-10-CM2 update, about one-third of them describing new ways to capture accidents and injuries. Although relatively few of these changes will impact radiology practices, it’s essential to know what they are and adjust your practice systems accordingly. Diagnostic radiology Coronary Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) with CT: New Category I code 75580 will replace Category III codes 0501T, 0502T, 0503T, and 0504T to ...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - February 12, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Erin Stephens Tags: Practice Management Source Type: news

Triglyceride Glucose Index May Predict Cardio Risks Triglyceride Glucose Index May Predict Cardio Risks
In patients with well-controlled cholesterol after a percutaneous coronary intervention, a higher triglyceride glucose index was tied to higher incidence of adverse clinical outcomes.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - February 2, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Source Type: news

AI Tool Predicts PCI Outcomes; Shellfish Blood Clotter; Persuasive CAC Scan Images
(MedPage Today) -- Researchers developed the BMC2 artificial intelligence-based models for predicting death and complications after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). (European Heart Journal) A single bolus of recombinant staphylokinase... (Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular)
Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular - January 24, 2024 Category: Cardiology Source Type: news

Ultrasonic flow ratio reliable for assessing coronary stenosis
Ultrasonic flow ratio is a reliable method for computing fractional flow reserve in assessing coronary stenosis, a study published January 9 in the International Journal of Cardiology found. Researchers led by Cheng Yang from the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences in Beijing found that this novel intravascular ultrasound (IVUS)-derived method has excellent concordance with fractional flow ratio, is non-inferior to quantitative flow reserve, and is superior to minimum lumen area. “Ultrasonic flow ratio provides a potentiality for the integration of physiological assessment and intravascular imaging in clinical practice...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - January 11, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Amerigo Allegretto Tags: Subspecialties Cardiovascular Radiology Source Type: news

U.S. societies publish proceedings on IVUS procedures
Proceedings from an expert roundtable held to discuss the benefits of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) have been published jointly by leading specialty journals.The roundtable focused on current challenges in diagnosing and treating lower extremity revascularization, knowledge and data gaps, and the potential role of IVUS in addressing these challenges, the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) said, in a statement.Experts shared their insights and experiences from the fields of interventional cardiology, interventional radiology, and vascular surgery. Participants highlighted the potential of IVUS...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - January 9, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: AuntMinnie.com staff writers Tags: Industry News Source Type: news

Female Patients With PCI Benefit From Abbreviated DAPT Female Patients With PCI Benefit From Abbreviated DAPT
Women undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention who receive abbreviated rather than standard dual antiplatelet therapy have similar outcomes to men despite higher baseline risk.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines - December 20, 2023 Category: Cardiology Tags: Cardiology Source Type: news

Benefits of PCI –Capable Facility Openings Vary by Race, Community
FRIDAY, Dec. 15, 2023 -- There are differential benefits associated with a percutaneous coronary intervention–capable facility (PCI-CF) opening based on patient race and community segregation, according to a research letter published online... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - December 15, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Actor Shreyas Talpade, 47, suffers heart attack. What symptoms younger people should not ignore
Bollywood actor Shreyas Talpade health update: The actor known for his notable performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema, including films like "Iqbal" and the "Golmaal" franchise, suffered a heart attack on Thursday. He is now in a stable condition after undergoing an angioplasty procedure. Doctors say it is important not to ignore subtle signs of heart problems, especially in younger people. Symptoms such as chest discomfort, shortness of breath, fatigue, or unexplained pain should never be overlooked. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - December 15, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Silent Gastrointestinal Bleeds Track With Antiplatelet Choice After PCI
(MedPage Today) -- The degree of new or worsening gastrointestinal (GI) injury after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) depended on what patients took for their antiplatelet therapy, according to serial endoscopy results from the OPT-PEACE... (Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular)
Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular - November 18, 2023 Category: Cardiology Source Type: news

AHA: Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Significantly Cuts Angina Symptoms
FRIDAY, Nov. 17, 2023 -- Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) improves symptoms versus placebo among patients with stable angina and taking no chest pain medication, according to a study published online Nov. 11 in the New England Journal of... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - November 17, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news