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Volume 13 - Issue 4 - April, 2005

Feature
Cardiac Cath Lab Activation by the Emergency Physician Without Prior Consultation Decreases Door-to-Ballooon Time
06/19/2008
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Feature
Corrections
06/19/2008
The March article, Facilitated Planning of Intracoronary Stenting Using a 3-D Vessel Reconstruction Program by Neil Kleiman, MD, Director of Cardiac Catheterization Laboratories, The Methodist DeBakey Heart Center, The Methodist Hospital,...
The March article, Facilitated Planning of Intracoronary Stenting Using a 3-D Vessel Reconstruction Program by Neil Kleiman, MD, Director of Cardiac Catheterization Laboratories, The Methodist DeBakey Heart Center, The Methodist Hospital,...
The March article, Facilitated...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
Cardiac Cath Lab Activation by the Emergency Physician Without Prior Consultation Decreases Door-to-Ballooon Time
06/19/2008
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Cath Lab Digest
Corrections
06/19/2008
The March article, Facilitated Planning of Intracoronary Stenting Using a 3-D Vessel Reconstruction Program by Neil Kleiman, MD, Director of Cardiac Catheterization Laboratories, The Methodist DeBakey Heart Center, The Methodist Hospital,...
The March article, Facilitated Planning of Intracoronary Stenting Using a 3-D Vessel Reconstruction Program by Neil Kleiman, MD, Director of Cardiac Catheterization Laboratories, The Methodist DeBakey Heart Center, The Methodist Hospital,...
The March article, Facilitated...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
Industry Insider
Clinical and Industry News
06/19/2008
Beaumont Treats First U.S. Patient in Trial of New Heart Valve Implanted Without Open-heart Surgery Cardiologists at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Mich., announced they have treated the first U.S. patient in a new clinical trial of...
Beaumont Treats First U.S. Patient in Trial of New Heart Valve Implanted Without Open-heart Surgery Cardiologists at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Mich., announced they have treated the first U.S. patient in a new clinical trial of...
Beaumont Treats First U.S....
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
This team should be recognized
06/19/2008
Ah, the cath lab professional. What sort of being are you? Are you RN, RT(R), RCIS, CVT, CCRN, RT and so on...? I’d have to answer yes, all of those things, or just one or two, or five. But to be honest, the most widespread distinguishing...
Ah, the cath lab professional. What sort of being are you? Are you RN, RT(R), RCIS, CVT, CCRN, RT and so on...? I’d have to answer yes, all of those things, or just one or two, or five. But to be honest, the most widespread distinguishing...
Ah, the cath lab professional....
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
April 2005 News and Events from the Society of Invasive Cardiology Professionals (SICP)
06/19/2008
Chapter News If you are interested in starting a chapter in your area please contact board member Lynne Jones, ljcathnurs@houston.rr.com or membership director Nicole Shore, membership@sicp.com. Gulf Coast Chapter: For more information,...
Chapter News If you are interested in starting a chapter in your area please contact board member Lynne Jones, ljcathnurs@houston.rr.com or membership director Nicole Shore, membership@sicp.com. Gulf Coast Chapter: For more information,...
Chapter News If you are...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
SICP Board of Directors Approves RCIS Code of Ethics
06/19/2008
Preamble The purpose of a code of ethics is to acknowledge a profession's acceptance of the responsibility and trust conferred upon it by society and to recognize the internal obligations inherent in that trust. It applies to those health...
Preamble The purpose of a code of ethics is to acknowledge a profession's acceptance of the responsibility and trust conferred upon it by society and to recognize the internal obligations inherent in that trust. It applies to those health...
Preamble The purpose of a code...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
Ask the ClinicalInstructor
06/19/2008
Jason Wilson, RCIS
I am probably just new to the lab and probably just need to get used to it, but I have been having backaches and headaches that I think are from wearing the lead for a long time. Any advice in the meantime until I get used to it? It's not...
I am probably just new to the lab and probably just need to get used to it, but I have been having backaches and headaches that I think are from wearing the lead for a long time. Any advice in the meantime until I get used to it? It's not...
I am probably just new to the...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
Feature
Ask the ClinicalInstructor
06/19/2008
Jason Wilson, RCIS
I am probably just new to the lab and probably just need to get used to it, but I have been having backaches and headaches that I think are from wearing the lead for a long time. Any advice in the meantime until I get used to it? It's not...
I am probably just new to the lab and probably just need to get used to it, but I have been having backaches and headaches that I think are from wearing the lead for a long time. Any advice in the meantime until I get used to it? It's not...
I am probably just new to the...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
News from the American College of Cardiology Annual Scientific Session 2005
06/19/2008
Heartlab Introduces Ascentia, a Full Web-based Cardiovascular Information System and Announces OEM Distribution of TomTec 3D/4D Clinical Application Package Heartlab previewed its new Ascentia cardiovascular information system at the 54th...
Heartlab Introduces Ascentia, a Full Web-based Cardiovascular Information System and Announces OEM Distribution of TomTec 3D/4D Clinical Application Package Heartlab previewed its new Ascentia cardiovascular information system at the 54th...
Heartlab Introduces Ascentia, a...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
The 10-Minute Interview with Chuck Williams, BS, RPA, RA (CBRPA), RT(R)(CV)(CI), RCIS, CPFT, CCT, Atlanta, Georgia
06/19/2008
I completed training as a radiologic technologist in the Program of Radiologic Technology, Washington Hospital, Washington, Pennsylvania and in the Program of Radiologic Technology, United States Air Force, Homestead, Florida, in 1966 and...
I completed training as a radiologic technologist in the Program of Radiologic Technology, Washington Hospital, Washington, Pennsylvania and in the Program of Radiologic Technology, United States Air Force, Homestead, Florida, in 1966 and...
I completed training as a...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
SICP President`s Message
06/19/2008
Tracy C. Simpson, RCIS, FSICP, RN
Dear Members and Friends, As winter melts away and we launch into spring, I would again like to take a few moments to speak with you. The past year has been very busy for the Society of Invasive Cardiovascular Professionals (SICP) and we...
Dear Members and Friends, As winter melts away and we launch into spring, I would again like to take a few moments to speak with you. The past year has been very busy for the Society of Invasive Cardiovascular Professionals (SICP) and we...
Dear Members and Friends, As...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
Feature
Drug-Eluting Stent Solutions
06/19/2008
Stephen G. Ellis, MD
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
Cath Lab Spotlight
The Cardiovascular Center at St. Joseph Hospital
06/19/2008
Jerry Marschke
The Center also has one dedicated electrophysiology lab (the only one in the region); two dedicated vascular ultrasound rooms, two dedicated echocardiography rooms and one shared ultrasound room; a cardiac non-invasive testing room; a 10-bed...
The Center also has one dedicated electrophysiology lab (the only one in the region); two dedicated vascular ultrasound rooms, two dedicated echocardiography rooms and one shared ultrasound room; a cardiac non-invasive testing room; a 10-bed...
The Center also has one...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
Making a Difference in the Community
06/19/2008
Thomas H. Maloney, MS, MHA, RCIS, FSICP; Douglas Grote
The most practical approach to the treatment for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest is to provide rapid emergency medical care for the victims. The American Heart Association Chain of Survival Strategy (early recognition, early EMS notification,...
The most practical approach to the treatment for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest is to provide rapid emergency medical care for the victims. The American Heart Association Chain of Survival Strategy (early recognition, early EMS notification,...
The most practical approach to...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
Forum: The Status of the RCIS
06/19/2008
Participants (in alphabetical order):
Participants (in alphabetical order):...
Participants (in alphabetical order): Kenneth A. Gorski, RN, RCIS, FSICP, Secretary, SICP Assistant Manager, Sones Cardiac Catheterization Laboratories, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio Marsha Holton, BS, CCRN, RCIS,...
Participants (in alphabetical order): Kenneth A. Gorski, RN, RCIS, FSICP, Secretary, SICP Assistant Manager, Sones Cardiac Catheterization Laboratories, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio Marsha Holton, BS, CCRN, RCIS,...
Participants (in alphabetical...
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
Drug-Eluting Stent Solutions
06/19/2008
Stephen G. Ellis, MD
06/19/2008
Cath Lab Digest
TAXUS V Clinical Trial Generates Excellent Safety and Efficacy Data in Most Challenging Lesions and High-Risk Patients
06/19/2008
Stephen G. Ellis, MD
Findings from the TAXUS V Clinical Trial were presented at the recent American College of Cardiology meeting. What is the TAXUS V Clinical Trial, and how is it different from previous clinical trials of drug-eluting stents (DES)? TAXUS V...
Findings from the TAXUS V Clinical Trial were presented at the recent American College of Cardiology meeting. What is the TAXUS V Clinical Trial, and how is it different from previous clinical trials of drug-eluting stents (DES)? TAXUS V...
Findings from the TAXUS V...
06/19/2008
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Penumbra Launches Lightning Flash 3.0 — The Next Evolution in CAVT Technology
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Penumbra recently launched the Lightning Flash® 3.0 Computer Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy (CAVT™) system, which includes significant upgrades that further advance our leading venous thromboembolism (VTE) platform.
Penumbra recently launched the Lightning Flash® 3.0 Computer Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy (CAVT™) system, which includes significant upgrades that further advance our leading venous thromboembolism (VTE) platform.
Penumbra recently launched the...
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AI Cardiac Imaging Software
Study Reveals Stark Disconnect Between Americans’ Desire for Preventive Cardiac Screening and Care They Can Access
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New York, NY – In the lead-up to American Heart Health Month, a new national study reveals a stark disconnect between Americans’ desire for preventive cardiac screening and the care they can access. Despite heart disease remaining the leading...
New York, NY – In the lead-up to American Heart Health Month, a new national study reveals a stark disconnect between Americans’ desire for preventive cardiac screening and the care they can access. Despite heart disease remaining the leading...
New York, NY – In the lead-up to...
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Patent Foramen Ovale Detection
BURL Concepts Announces First Human Uses of FOQUS Ultrasound System for Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Detection
01/27/2026
The FOQUS ultrasound system, powered by SONAS technology, includes a transcranial headset system. The system introduces a new method to assist physicians in diagnosing a PFO, addressing the need for diagnostic tools that are both faster,...
The FOQUS ultrasound system, powered by SONAS technology, includes a transcranial headset system. The system introduces a new method to assist physicians in diagnosing a PFO, addressing the need for diagnostic tools that are both faster,...
The FOQUS ultrasound system,...
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AI Plaque analysis
Aetna Approves Coverage for Cleerly's AI Cardiovascular Imaging Analysis
01/21/2026
DENVER, CO – Cleerly, focused on AI-based cardiovascular imaging, announced that Aetna will begin covering Cleerly® LABS plaque analysis effective immediately. Aetna, which covers more than 20+ million lives,...
DENVER, CO – Cleerly, focused on AI-based cardiovascular imaging, announced that Aetna will begin covering Cleerly® LABS plaque analysis effective immediately. Aetna, which covers more than 20+ million lives,...
DENVER,...
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AI Plaque analysis
Coverage Unlocks Reimbursable AI Plaque Quantification With Circle Cardiovascular Imaging's cvi42|Plaque
01/21/2026
CALGARY, Alberta -- Circle Cardiovascular Imaging Inc. (Circle CVI), focused on cardiovascular imaging post-processing, announced that clinical practices using its FDA 510(k)-cleared cvi42 with AI-enabled plaque...
CALGARY, Alberta -- Circle Cardiovascular Imaging Inc. (Circle CVI), focused on cardiovascular imaging post-processing, announced that clinical practices using its FDA 510(k)-cleared cvi42 with AI-enabled plaque...
CALGARY, Alberta -- Circle...
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Acquisitions
Haemonetics Acquires Vivasure Medical Limited
01/21/2026
Vivasure's PerQseal® Elite system uses a proprietary bioabsorbable patch to seal large-bore (up to 26 F) arteriotomies and venotomies from inside the vessel, offering a sutureless, fully absorbable solution for structural heart and...
Vivasure's PerQseal® Elite system uses a proprietary bioabsorbable patch to seal large-bore (up to 26 F) arteriotomies and venotomies from inside the vessel, offering a sutureless, fully absorbable solution for structural heart and...
Vivasure's PerQseal® Elite...
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Early CAD Detection
Mammograms and Hidden Heart Disease: Annual Scans Can Detect This Silent Killer and Help Save Lives, but Awareness Is Key
01/21/2026
In the “Mammography and Breast Arterial Calcification Trial at Mount Sinai,” doctors are sending letters to patients with high breast artery calcification levels, urging them to see a cardiologist or other doctor for further evaluation to...
In the “Mammography and Breast Arterial Calcification Trial at Mount Sinai,” doctors are sending letters to patients with high breast artery calcification levels, urging them to see a cardiologist or other doctor for further evaluation to...
In the “Mammography and Breast...
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Radiation Protection Systems
Cathpax Demonstrates Ability to Offer Interventional Physicians Unmatched Level of Radiation Protection Thanks to First-of-Its-Kind NOVARAD Clinical Study
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Final results of NOVARAD clinical study show that use of Nova-X® full-body, team-wide radiation protection system reduces dose received by main operator in interventional neuroradiology by a factor of eleven.
Final results of NOVARAD clinical study show that use of Nova-X® full-body, team-wide radiation protection system reduces dose received by main operator in interventional neuroradiology by a factor of eleven.
Final results of NOVARAD...
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Technology & Health Literacy
ECRI: Misuse of AI Chatbots Tops Annual List of Health Tech Hazards
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ECRI experts say that chatbots have suggested incorrect diagnoses, recommended unnecessary testing, promoted subpar medical supplies, and even invented body parts in response to medical questions while sounding like a trusted expert.
ECRI experts say that chatbots have suggested incorrect diagnoses, recommended unnecessary testing, promoted subpar medical supplies, and even invented body parts in response to medical questions while sounding like a trusted expert.
ECRI experts say that chatbots...
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CAD Risk Factors
North Carolina State University Study Finds Police-Related Stress Associated With Physical Markers of Cardiovascular Health Risk for Black Women
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The paper, “Police-Related Stress and Carotid Intima-Media Thickness Among African American Women,” is published in the journal Biopsychosocial Science and Medicine.
The paper, “Police-Related Stress and Carotid Intima-Media Thickness Among African American Women,” is published in the journal Biopsychosocial Science and Medicine.
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Morton J. Kern, MD, MSCAI, FAHA, FACC 

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