Leading clinicians from Cleveland Clinic and the Association of Black Cardiologists will survey the very latest in major cardiology subspecialties from the standpoint of promoting equity in patient outcomes.
Read MoreNew Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines Provide Better Direction
Updated guidelines on the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AFib), issued by the American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology/Heart Rhythm Society in March, are being well received, because the arrhythmia can be complex and difficult to manage.
MitraClip Reaches Real-World Use in U.S., but Population Refinement Remains
This newly approved percutaneous therapy offers a minimally invasive option for mitral regurgitation patients at high risk from surgery. Ongoing studies aim to better define just which patients benefit.
New Cholesterol Guidelines Overlook Many Patients
New guidelines emphasizing the use of statins in high-risk populations are well supported by clinical evidence, but do not offer clear guidance on populations falling outside these boundaries.
Case Study: Treatment of Postpartum Cardiomyopathy with LVAD and Heart Transplantation
Peripartum cardiomyopathy should always be considered a differential diagnosis when a woman who is in her last trimester or who has recently delivered develops progressive dyspnea, edema and weight gain or right upper-quadrant fullness mimicking cholecystitis.
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Managing Statin Intolerance in the Hyperlipidemic Patient
There are many options that may allow a patient to benefit from statin therapy without incurring side effects.
Using the EMR to Monitor Pacemakers, EICDs
Many cardiologists monitor pacemakers and other cardiovascular implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) remotely. Forward-thinking practices are now integrating their monitoring software into their electronic medical records system (EMR)
Case Study: Using Strain Echo to Recognize Cardiotoxicity from Cancer Therapy
Strain echocardiography allows detection of small changes in ventricular function, enabling early cardioprotection for cancer patients whose chemotherapy puts them at risk for heart failure.
Going Bioabsorbable with Next-Generation Vascular Scaffolding
The ABSORB trial is assessing a new bioabsorbable device designed to match the performance of metallic drug-eluting stents before it dissolves to avoid long-term thrombotic risk.
Mind Over Matter in Heart Care
Mental health is increasingly recognized as important to heart health. Here are lessons from Cleveland Clinic’s introduction of mental health services into a cardiology clinic.
Scoring Success in Supply Chain Management
Cleveland Clinic’s move toward value-based purchasing saved more than $150 million over two years, with a third of the savings in cardiovascular care. Cardiovascular leaders share insights gained.