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Breakthrough is a game changer in heart valve technology

Science Daily - Heart Disease

Now, a team of researchers believe they have found a way to harness the strengths of both technologies in a way that could be life-changing -- and life-saving -- for many. When a patient needs a new heart valve, the current mechanical and tissue replacements each have strengths and weaknesses.

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Selected startups will advance technology-driven improvements in heart and brain health

American Heart News - Heart News

DALLAS, June 13, 2024 — The American Heart Association, through its Center for Health Technology and Innovation (the Center), has selected five companies to participate in the American Heart Association Heart and Brain Health Accelerator.

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CTA and ACC Collaborate to Tackle Cardiovascular Disease with Technology

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milla1cf Wed, 02/07/2024 - 18:05 February 7, 2024 — The Consumer Technology Association ( CTA ) and the American College of Cardiology ( ACC ) are announcing the release of their second industry framework for the use of consumer cardiovascular technology solutions in the screening and diagnosis for cardiovascular conditions.

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aycan becomes a reseller and technology partner of AI4MedImaging

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milla1cf Mon, 06/17/2024 - 20:34 June 17, 2024 — aycan , a recognized leader in medical imaging, announced today a reseller and technology partnership with AI4MedImaging, a company that specializes in applying artificial intelligence ( AI ) to medical imaging. aycan will initially offer AI4MedImaging solutions to customers in the U.S.

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New laser technology improves stent effectiveness in vascular treatments

Medical Xpress - Cardiology

A Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) research team has developed a novel stent surface treatment technology using laser patterning. This technology promotes endothelial cell growth while inhibiting smooth muscle cell dedifferentiation in blood vessels.

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RCE Technologies, Inc. Announces First-In-Human Transdermal Continuous Cardiac Biomarker Monitoring

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RCE Technologies, Inc. RCE) is an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) based medical technology company dedicated to early heart attack detection. RCE) is an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) based medical technology company dedicated to early heart attack detection. Featured in an ACC.24 Featured in an ACC.24

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Researchers develop technology that may allow stroke patients to undergo rehab at home

Science Daily - Stroke

Now, researchers are developing a new technology that could allow stroke patients to undergo rehabilitation exercises at home by tracking their wrist movements through a simple setup: a smartphone strapped to the forearm and a low-cost gaming controller called the Novint Falcon.