-
Catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation (AF) was first proposed over fifteen years ago but, until recently, there have been no FDA-approved devices specifically labeled for the treatment of AF.
-
Stress-induced apical cardiomyopathy (Tako-Tsubo) is a recently recognized reversible form of acute cardiomyopathy that may mimic acute myocardial infarction initially.
-
Coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) has long been the preferred revascularization strategy for diabetic patients, but recent advances in technology have resulted in improved outcomes following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
-
-
Two oral medications for relapsing-remitting MS in phase III development; antihypertensives find new uses; Ginkgo biloba does not prevent cognitive decline in elderly; and FDA Actions.
-
-
Cardiac surgery carries greater risk in older patients. Nonagenarians are a growing part of cardiology practice as our population ages.
-
Nasal irrigation, also known as "jala neti" or flushing of nasal cavities with hypertonic saline solution, has been practiced for at least hundreds of years by yoga practitioners in Southern Asia and more recently has become popular around the world as an adjunctive therapy for treating nasal and sinus symptoms.
-
-
In this issue: FDA is reviewing safety of TZDs; SSRI use with tamoxifen; Metformin smells like fish; FDA Actions.