A stent is tubular in shape and usually made of metal or ceramic. It is designed to keep a part of the coronary artery open. Coronary arteries are the blood vessels that carry blood to the heart ...

John Baker, MD, cardiologist with West Tennessee Medical Group, recently performed the first procedure using the AGENT™ ...

Heart bypass surgery is a new beginning for patients, significantly enhancing longevity and quality of life. It is performed when critical blockages a ...

In the intricate symphony of human physiology, few instruments play a more pivotal role than the heart. A marvel of ...

Medtronic plc reported results from a registry highlighting the effectiveness of the Prevail paclitaxel-coated balloon. The findings from the Swedish Coronary Angiography and Angioplasty Registry ...

Medtronic (NYSE: MDT) announced results from a registry highlighting the effectiveness of the Prevail drug-coated balloon ...

The DCB looks good in select cases, but given its high price tag, exactly when to use it is still up for discussion, say ...

The Medtronic Prevail drug coated balloon [Image courtesy of Medtronic] Medtronic ... Skåne University Hospital in Sweden ...

The interventional cardiology devices market was valued at US$ 16.89 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 30.23 billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 7.55% during the forecast period ...

jingj_bjttyy{at}163.com Background Percutaneous transluminal balloon angioplasty (PTBA) may be an alternative treatment for patients with symptomatic intracranial atherosclerotic disease (ICAD) ...

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition in which one or more of the arteries supplying blood to the body, flowing away from the heart, become blocked or partially blocked. This often reduces ...