Structural Heart Program News Today

Researchers say a pro-inflammatory diet, which includes items such as red meat, refined carbohydrates, and sugar-sweetened beverages, is linked to a heart failure biomarker, indicating the eating plan can raise the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Statins can lower the risk for heart disease in people aged more than 75 years, according to the results of a new study.

A new study shows that Wegovy remains effective for losing weight and maintaining weight loss for at least four years, doubling the previous estimate. The findings add to growing evidence supporting GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, heart health, and diabetes management.

CKM syndrome, a cluster of conditions that may lead to heart disease, may affect 90% of U.S. adults. Doctors explain cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome.

Researchers from The University of Arizona College of Medicine Tucson suggest that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may improve pulmonary hypertension in females. Scientists believe the hormone estrogen may play an important role in the condition.

Researchers say MRI scans can more accurately detect heart disease in women, leading to earlier diagnosis and more effective treatments

Researchers are reporting that menopause hormone replacement therapy may not actually reduce the risk of heart disease. They add that calcium and vitamin D supplements as well as low-fat diets may also not be effective as preventive measures for other diseases.

Healthcare organizations throughout Westchester are upping their game against America’s No. 1 killer, cardiovascular disease.

Medtronic (NYSE: MDT) today announced the release of new data for its transcatheter heart valve therapy technologies.

ALBANY – Collaboration is key for the Structural Heart Program at Albany Medical Center. Cardiac physicians, cardiac surgeons, and interventional cardiologists analyze each patient’s specific condition, review imaging, and come together to consider the appropriate treatment plan for that patient. “Conventionally, valve disease has been treated by separate specialties,” said Sanjay Samy, MD, professor of Collaboration is key for the Structural Heart Program at Albany Medical Center. Cardi...