Stoking Successful Heart Replacement in Adults with CHD

Vanderbilt transplant expert weighs in on how to set up CHD patients to survive and thrive after transplantation.

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External Perfusion Offers Softer Landing for Donor Hearts

The PRESERVE study assesses safety and benefits of the XVIVO heart perfusion system when applied to a wider range of donor organs.

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New Link Between Menopause and Heart Failure

While early menopause is a known risk factor for heart disease, obesity puts other women at risk.

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Aortic Arch Stent Trial Hits Phase 3

NEXUS, a novel catheter-based system, could replace open surgery for aortic arch aneurysm repair.

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New Line of Defense Against Inflammation

Researchers home in on the last, much-neglected phases in the body’s response to injury.
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Stage 1 Kidney Injury Linked to Heart Failure Subtype

Study uncovers relationship between two health conditions: AKI and heart failure with preserved ejection fraction.
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Regular Sleep Schedule Cuts Cardiovascular Risk

Findings support encouraging consistent sleep hygiene in diverse patients.
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