TAVR in Low-Risk Patients: Meta-Analyses Have Their Say Improved outcomes overall, but not without downsides Jun 14, 2019
Pricey Brain Protection Devices of Questionable Value in TAVR Can TAVR programs survive using filters, deflectors in every case? Jun 13, 2019
TAVR Operators Urged to Tread Carefully on BASILICA TVT Registry to start collecting data on technique's use Jun 12, 2019
No Added CV Risk for Oral Semaglutide in T2D Safety study buffs resume for oral GLP-1 receptor agonist Jun 11, 2019
Urine Marker Predicts Kidney Benefit With Trulicity Secondary AWARD-7 analysis finds subgroup getting the most renal protection Jun 11, 2019
Dapagliflozin Boosts Renal Function in T2D Secondary outcomes build on previously reported cardiovascular benefit from SGLT2 inhibitors Jun 10, 2019
Another GLP-1 Agent Cuts Heart Risk in T2D Dulaglutide added to the growing list of diabetes treatments to show added benefit Jun 10, 2019
Novel Anti-CD3 Antibody Delays Progression to T1D Single course of teplizumab slowed march to clinical type 1 diabetes in high-risk people Jun 09, 2019
Expert Panel Defines CGM Time-in-Range Targets Seventy percent of readings should stay between 70-180 mg/dL, according to recommendations Jun 09, 2019
Vitamin D Flops for Diabetes Prevention Highly anticipated trial finds no significant difference compared to placebo after nearly three years follow-up Jun 07, 2019
T2D, Cholesterol, and Neuropathy: What's the Link? Lower LDL cholesterol might be a risk factor for nerve damage in type 2 diabetes May 31, 2019
Slicer Seen Boosting Leaflet Mobility in Aortic Stenosis Study shows feasibility of novel treatment for calcified aortic stenosis May 24, 2019
TAVR Access Closure Devices Not Equal, Study Shows Separate study suggests bleed monitoring device could help May 23, 2019
New Device Lets TAVR Treat Aortic Regurgitation Early data favor newer-generation device May 23, 2019
MitraClip-Like Procedure Promising for Tricuspid Regurgitation Milder regurgitation, quality-of-life improvements seen at 30 days May 22, 2019
His Pacing Not Better Than BiV in First Head-to-Head Trial But small pilot may not be enough to 'dis the His' May 14, 2019
Tissue-Selective Afib Ablation; ED Drug for HF? Pacemaker Warning Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine May 13, 2019
Apixaban May be Better Option in Patients with CKD and AFib Meta-analysis shows lower incidence of future stroke, major bleeding versus warfarin May 11, 2019
Trial Data Confirm: Veltassa, Lokelma Effective for Hyperkalemia But agents' long-term safety and efficacy not yet established May 10, 2019
Secondhand Smoke May Set Kids Up for Hypertension Researchers measure link between tobacco-specific nitrosamine and higher blood pressure Apr 29, 2019
Improvements in Excess Cortisol Activity With Relacorilant Phase II study of selective glucocorticoid receptor modulator found dose-dependent effect Apr 29, 2019
Weight Loss With Metformin Maintained at 15 Years But magnitude was modest versus lifestyle intervention Apr 22, 2019
Jardiance May Help Heart by Shifting Its Fuel Animal study supports mechanism for glucose-independent effects Apr 15, 2019
Inulin Boosts Insulin Sensitivity in Overweight Adults Benefits appear related to changes in gut propionate and amino acids Apr 12, 2019
Itchy Skin Threatens CKD Patients' Quality of Life More severe cases seen in those with higher stages of chronic kidney disease Apr 12, 2019
Patient Says Allergic to Penicillin? Maybe, Maybe Not Often these cases can be safely re-challenged Apr 11, 2019
LVAD-Related GI Bleeding: Another Reason to Take Heart Failure Drugs Dose-response relationship seen Apr 08, 2019
Bariatric Tx Rejuvenates Heart, Cuts CV Risk Ethnicity a factor in degree of cardiovascular benefit but not for weight loss Apr 08, 2019
FDA Issues 'Clean' List for Sartan Drugs Nitrosamine-free ARBs do exist, agency stresses Apr 04, 2019
Wearables for Hyperkalemia Screening: Hold the Applause? Performance less than optimal in detecting excess potassium in kidney dysfunction Apr 03, 2019
Older Adults Still Struggle With Hypoglycemia Endocrine Society issued new diabetes clinical practice guidelines for older adults Mar 25, 2019
Oral Semaglutide Tops Sitagliptin for Cutting HbA1c, Weight in T2D Positive results from PIONEER 3 trial in diabetic patients who aren't responding to metformin with or without sulfonylurea Mar 24, 2019
Over One-Third T1D Patients Bail on Closed-Loop System Trouble staying in automode was primary reason for discontinuation Mar 24, 2019
Is a Widely Used T2D Test Off the Mark? Presence of diabetes, normal glucose tolerance defined only by HbA1c not reliable, study claims Mar 23, 2019
Aortic Stenosis: Watchful Waiting Works Only for So Long Study supports timely aortic valve replacement in asymptomatic patients Mar 22, 2019
Morning Break: Safe-Enough Losartan; 'Dirty' Kale; Governor's Pox Party Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by the staff Mar 21, 2019
Bicuspid Anatomy Not Necessarily a Disadvantage for TAVR Do these registry findings warrant a randomized trial? Mar 18, 2019
HeartMate 3: 'A Much More Forgiving Pump' Final data from MOMENTUM 3 still shine for safety Mar 18, 2019