2021

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AliveCor updates its ECG software to determine three additional heart conditions

Mobi Health News - ECG

The company hopes that its more descriptive reports will distinguish the personal ECG offering from others limited to atrial fibrillation detection alone.

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ECG Cases 21: Hyperacute T-waves and Occlusion MI

ECG Cases

In this month's ECG Cases blog, Dr. Jesse MacLaren guides us through 10 cases of patients whose ECGs show tall T-waves and gives us the tools to distinguish the hyperacute T-waves of occlusion MI from other causes of tall T-waves. The post ECG Cases 21: Hyperacute T-waves and Occlusion MI appeared first on Emergency Medicine Cases.

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The Annals Recognizes Reviewers of the Year

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

STS News, Winter 2022 — Year after year, manuscript after manuscript, The Annals of Thoracic Surgery continues to rely on the valuable contributions and hard work of its peer reviewers—who in 2021, reviewed approximately 2,500 submissions. “The best reviewers can take a manuscript from good to great. The Annals of Thoracic Surgery is deeply indebted to the more than 900 global cardiothoracic experts who provided peer reviews this year,” said Editor-in-Chief Joanna Chikwe, MD, FRCS.

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How to Build Smart Cath Labs in 2022?

SoftCath

Even with success accomplished through extensive propagation of advanced technologies, there is substantial opportunity to advance medical techniques. This includes treatment of more patients, doing so more securely and with better clinical success. Building Smart Cath Labs is highly related to it. Discussing further, Catheterization Laboratory, also called Cath Lab, is a medical examination room where angiogram, angioplasty, ablation, and implantation of pacemaker are carried out.

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Chest pain in a 30-something: Is it Normal variant STE or OMI? Get the prior ECG, and don't trust Point of Care troponin assays!

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Submitted by Benjamin Garbus, MD with edits by Bracey, Meyers, and Smith A man in his early 30s presented to the ED with chest pain described as an “explosion" of left chest pressure. Triage EKG: What do you think? There is STE present in leads V2-V5. The STE and the amplitude of the T wave seems to be proportional relative to the QRS complex. There is J point notching present in lead V5.

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Ask The Expert

ECG Guru

Dr. Jerry W. Jones, MD, FACEP, FAAEM has graciously shared with us his four-part article on the topic of “Delays & Blocks Involving the Bundle Branches”. Dr. Jones is a talented instructor who makes difficult topics easy. Please feel free to post your comments and questions for Dr. Jones and our other ECG Gurus. Click THIS LINK for a downloadable pdf of Part 1: Non-Specific Intraventricular Conduction Delays.

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July Advocacy Update: California Fluoroscopy Guidance

Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals

California fluoroscopy regulations were amended in 2019/20 with recognition of all professionals in the cath lab—here's the latest. The pandemic has brought many changes to the healthcare landscape. One of the most notable recognitions, however, is the fact that allied health professionals are nimble, can provide ongoing support, and are, indeed, ESSENTIAL!

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5 Informative Books for the Nuclear Cardiology Boards

BoardVitals - Cardiovascular

Are you ready for the Nuclear Cardiology boards? While you’ve likely spent much of your medical career with your head in a textbook, there are many benefits to studying through this traditional medium. In addition to taking practice test questions , reading will give you a leg up as you study. There are many resources available to complement your review.

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#80: Beyond the Abstract: STS 2021 and Recommendations for Hosting a Virtual Surgical Meeting

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Technology

Podcast #80: Beyond the Abstract: STS 2021 and Recommendations for Hosting a Virtual Surgical Meeting Hosted by Thomas K. Varghese Jr., MD, MS, the “Beyond the Abstract” program explores the “whys” behind articles in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery and discusses next steps with authors and thought leaders. In the latest episode, Juan A. Crestanello, MD, and Brian Mitzman, MD, join Dr.

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Patient backlog exposed and how to clear it.

iRythm Technologies

Long appointment waiting lists can be a challenge for healthcare providers. This article offers tips for measuring patient access and working down the backlog.

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Samsung says smartwatch ECG, blood pressure measurement will go live in 31 more countries

Mobi Health News - ECG

The Samsung Health Monitor app will be updated to enable these features on the Galaxy Watch3 and Galaxy Watch Active2 beginning on February 4 for certain markets.

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Ep 163 Acute Heart Failure ED Management – PoCUS, Oxygenation Strategies, Medication Strategies, PPV HAVoC and SCAPE

ECG Cases

In this Part 1 of our two-part series on acute heart failure, Anton is joined by Dr. Tarlan Hedayati and Dr. Bourke Tillman to answer such questions as: how does PoCUS compare with clinical assessment and CXR in diagnostic accuracy for acute heart failure? How do we best integrate PoCUS in the our assessment and management of the patient with acute heart failure?

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Patient Blood Management Guideline: A Discussion with the Authors

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

Webinar Patient Blood Management Guideline: A Discussion with the Authors kchalko Fri, 09/24/2021 - 09:59 September 23, 2021 In this episode of the STS Webinar Series, an expert panel discusses findings and recommendations from a new guideline on patient blood management developed by STS and three other medical specialty organizations. The panel, made up of guideline coauthors, shares 10 key takeaways about conserving blood resources, managing anemia, optimizing coagulation, and improving patien

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Impact of COVID-19 on Digital Cardiology Care

SoftCath

Since the onset of COVID-19, cardiology care has been under extreme risk and adverse complications. For this reason, the management of cardiac patients in the hospital environment has proven to be a real, enormous challenge during and after the pandemic. However, the use of cath lab software has facilitated the essential shift towards patient-centric cardiac health care.

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A child with biphasic T waves in V1-V2

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Case submitted by Dr. Mike Runyon, written by Meyers, Grauer, and Smith A child between the ages of 5 and 10 was brought in by parents for new onset recurrent episodes that were interpreted as most likely panic attacks. Before arriving at that diagnosis, the providers wanted to make sure all other diagnosable causes were ruled out. An ECG was ordered and is shown below.

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The Danger and Hypocrisy of Physician Censorship

Dr. Wes

In late July 2021, the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB), a non-profit self-selected lobbying organization for US state medical boards, issued a press release threatening suspension or revocation of medical licenses for physicians that “generate and spread COVID-19 vaccine misinformation or disinformation.

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Professional Growth for Cardiac Techs & Nurses: Interview with FACVP Ben Ochoa (Part Two)

Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals

COVID-19 may have forced cath lab education to evolve, as we discussed in part one of our interview, but Ben Ochoa, Program Director for Invasive Cardiovascular Technology and Cardiac Sonography Programs at St. Phillips College and a fellow of the Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals (FACVP), believes our new normal presents opportunities for leaders to revolutionize … Continue reading Professional Growth for Cardiac Techs & Nurses: Interview with FACVP Ben Ochoa (Part Two) The po

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Prevalence of Coronary Artery Disease and Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction in Heart Failure

JAMA Cardiology

This cohort study examines the prevalence of epicardial coronary artery disease and coronary microvascular dysfunction in hospitalized patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction.

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Cardiology Board Review Practice Questions

BoardVitals - Cardiovascular

The ABIM Cardiology Board Exam is a difficult test, but the content is very learnable. The average pass rate is ~93% over the past several years, which happens to be higher than most of the other Medical Specialty Boards. On the other hand, Cardiologists may simply be more prepared, and that’s the reason for the higher pass rate. Test your knowledge with some of our sample Cardiology Board Review Practice Questions!

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New Legislation Speeds Progress on Patient Access to New Technologies

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Technology

Press Release New Legislation Speeds Progress on Patient Access to New Technologies October 21, 2021 jbagley Thu, 10/21/2021 - 10:55 Longtime society efforts advance connecting clinical outcomes and claims data WASHINGTON, DC (October 21, 2021) — The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) applaud Representatives Larry Bucshon, MD (R-IN), and Kim Schrier, MD (D-WA), for introducing the Meaningful Access to Federal Health Plan Claims Data Act of 2021.

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Arrhythmias and algorithms: advancing heart health through artificial intelligence

iRythm Technologies

Artificial intelligence is changing healthcare. Get a brief history of AI and learn about its potential applications in the medical industry.

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Over 630,000 ECG data used to develop AI tool for early diagnosis of heart disease in Japan

Mobi Health News - ECG

Clinical research is set to verify the technology's effectiveness in estimating abnormal heart movements.

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EM Quick Hits 34 Carr’s Case, Septic Arthritis vs Transient Synovitis, Managing Tracheostomies, Ethylene Glycol Poisoning, Ketamine for Agitation

ECG Cases

In this months EM Quick Hits podcast: The mighty return of Carr's Cases! Sarah Reid on differentiating septic arthritis from transient synovitis in pediatric limp, Anand Swaminathan on managing tracheostomy complications in the ED, Nour Khatib on rural medicine and ethylene glycol poisoning, Justin Morgenstern on RCTs for ketamine in patients with severe agitation.

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2021 Lillehei Lecture - The (Radically) Changing Landscape of Medical Technology Innovation

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

Video 2021 Lillehei Lecture - The (Radically) Changing Landscape of Medical Technology Innovation nboden Mon, 02/08/2021 - 15:05 The 2021 C. Walton Lillehei Lecture was presented during The Society of Thoracic Surgeons 57th Annual Meeting by Paul G. Yock, MD, MA, founder and director of the Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign in California. During the lecture, Dr.

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Ways To Reduce The Adverse Impact Of Cath Lab Radiation

SoftCath

Exposure to ionizing radiation is a matter of prime concern for interventional cardiologists and other cath lab staff. Such radiation increases the risk of cancer and cataract amongst them. Apart from radiation, there is an orthopedic injury-related risk too. The radiation protection apron worn by the medical personnel is heavy enough to affect the spine or lead to chronic back problems.

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LBBB: Using the (Smith) Modified Sgarbossa Criteria would have saved this man's life

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Case submitted and written by Dr. Jesse McLaren (@ECGcases), of Emergency Medicine Cases Reviewed by Pendell Meyers and Steve Smith An 85yo with a history of hypertension developed chest pain and collapsed, and had bystander CPR. The paramedics found the patient with ROSC and a GCS 7, and an ECG showing LBBB with possible lateral ST elevation. The patient was brought to the ED as a possible Code STEMI and was seen directly by cardiology.

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Skeptics and the Pandemic

CardioBrief

I recently posted the following thread on Twitter: I am so disappointed by the large number of pre-pandemic medical skeptics who have now turned into mask/vaccine skeptics. I largely agreed with many of them back in the day. /1 Pre-pandemic they used their skills and intelligence to rightfully question whether, say, a stent should be inserted. Click here to continue reading.

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Cath Lab Tech Education During COVID-19: Interview with FACVP Ben Ochoa (Part One)

Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals

Cath lab tech education during COVID-19 has been a challenge, but there’s a lot to be optimistic about says Ben Ochoa, Program Director for Invasive Cardiovascular Technology and Cardiac Sonography Programs at St. Phillips College and a fellow of the Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals (FACVP). Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, he managed not to miss a … Continue reading Cath Lab Tech Education During COVID-19: Interview with FACVP Ben Ochoa (Part One) The post Cath Lab Tech Education Du

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The Courts Speak: Internists to Be Boarded to Death

Dr. Wes

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I must announce that on Thursday this past week, the United States 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) and upheld the earlier District Court dismissal of the antitrust, racketeering and unjust enrichment lawsuit filed by four internists in December 2018.

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Association of SGLT2 Inhibitors With Cardiovascular and Kidney Outcomes in Patients with Diabetes

JAMA Cardiology

This meta-analysis uses data from patients with type 2 diabetes from 6 outcomes trials to investigate the association of sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors with cardiovascular- and kidney disease–related outcomes.

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ERAS Program Expedites Recovery for Congenital Heart Surgery Patients

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Adult Cardiac

Press Release ERAS Program Expedites Recovery for Congenital Heart Surgery Patients January 30, 2021 jbagley Wed, 01/27/2021 - 16:12 Study shows multidisciplinary pediatric care improves patient outcomes and experiences **A recorded press briefing featuring this research is available.** CHICAGO (January 30, 2021) — Select patients born with heart defects and who undergo congenital heart surgery recover with few complications and reduced opioid use when a comprehensive, evidence-based enhanced r

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Correction to: Evolving Cardiac Electrical Therapies for Advanced Heart Failure Patients

Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology

Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology, Ahead of Print.

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AI software enables remote monitoring of vital signs in premature babies

Mobi Health News - ECG

The University of South Australia has published a study where an AI-powered computer vision system that has the same accuracy as an ECG machine was used to remotely monitor premature babies' vital signs. The platform can also detect their faces while lying in hospital beds. WHAT IT'S ABOUT According to a press statement, the university's researchers developed the "baby detector" software using a dataset of videos of premature babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) to reliably detect t

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ECG Cases 27 Pericarditis – Diagnosis of Exclusion

ECG Cases

Jesse McLaren guides us through 9 cases and explains how pericarditis is a diagnosis of exclusion through 3 simple steps: 1. Exclude more serious causes of chest pain, eg wraparound LAD occlusion, inferior OMI 2. Exclude complications of pericarditis, eg myocarditis, large pericardial effusion 3. Exclude normal variant ST elevation presenting with benign chest pain on this month's ECG Cases blog.

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The Annals Reviewers of the Year

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

The Annals Reviewers of the Year gtrainyte Sat, 01/09/2021 - 12:10 Now in its fourth year, the Reviewer of the Year award is announced annually to recognize an outstanding peer reviewer for The Annals of Thoracic Surgery. From its inception, the Editorial Board felt highlighting a winner in each of the three main disciplines—Adult Cardiac, General Thoracic, and Congenital Heart Surgery—was warranted, as well as highlighting one trainee/resident award winner.

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10 Benefits Of Using The SoftCath Cardiology Software

SoftCath

Analytics in the past few years has advanced far beyond basic dashboards as used by the cardiology department. Medical records are getting increasingly concentrated as EMR (Electronic medical records). Such digital data provides new tools for departments to improve their efficiency. The increasingly sophisticated cardiology reporting software for cardiologists is used to mine relevant data.

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Ischemic ST depression maximal in V1-V4 (vs. V5-V6), even if less than 0.1 millivolt, is specific for Occlusion Myocardial Infarction (vs. subendocardial non-occlusive ischemia)

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

This is a case from many years ago that I discovered recently. The patient has heart failure as a result of this event. A 50-something man with history only of alcohol abuse and hypertension (not on meds) presented with sudden left chest pain, sharp, radiating down left arm, cramping, that waxes and wanes but never goes completely away. There was SOB at the start and increased work of breathing.