A simpler alternative to open heart surgery is gaining popularity, but some find ​their new valves don’t last as long as they ...

Many minimally invasive procedures are available to treat problems with your heart. These procedures can fix issues like malfunctioning valves and blockages in your heart’s arteries. Traditional heart ...

April 11 (UPI) --A newly developed, non-invasive imaging test can help identify which patients with coronary artery blockage or narrowing need angioplasty or a bypass procedure, a U.S. study published ...

According to Merrill H. Stewart, MD, Ochsner Health, the test can more accurately identify high-risk patients while helping others avoid unnecessary invasive procedures. Cardiac positron emission ...

A new study showed that a non-invasive imaging test can help identify patients with coronary artery blockage or narrowing who need a revascularization procedure. The findings were published as a ...

Children's National presents proof-of-concept design for miniature pacemakers at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2018 At 2:15 p.m. C.T. on Sunday, Nov. 11, Rohan Kumthekar, M.D., ...

Two new observational studies suggest GLP-1 receptor agonists, including tirzepatide, may reduce complications after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and carotid artery stenting (CAS).

Blood tests are an important tool for diagnosing heart failure. Doctors can also use blood tests to monitor treatment progress and check for potential complications. Doctors may order blood tests for ...