This study presents the first use of cryoablation, a minimally invasive procedure that uses extreme cold, to induce PFO closure. Co-lead investigator of the study Jiang Deng, MMed, Department of ...

New research shows that cryoablation is a safe and effective approach to close congenital patent foramen ovale (PFO, a small hole in the heart) in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) undergoing ...

As a baby develops in the womb, a hole in its heart provides oxygen-rich blood from the mother. This hole usually closes naturally when the baby is born. However, about 25 percent of the time, it does ...

St. Luke's Health-Memorial Hospital Lufkin recently announced a significant advancement in cardiovascular care, becoming the first and only hospital in Deep East Texas to successfully perform a ...

Efficacy Outcome: Zero recurrent strokes or TIAs were observed across all 703 patients during the four-year follow-up period. Safety Profile: Noblestitch™ exhibited a robust safety profile with no ...

Valdosta, Ga.-based SGMC Health completed its first patent foramen ovale closure procedure at its heart and vascular center. The procedure was performed by interventional cardiologist Daryoosh ...

Within the prior 24 months, I have had a financial relationship with a company producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients: Receive the the ...