Shockwave Medical launches IVL catheter in US for peripheral artery disease
Johnson & Johnson MedTech’s Shockwave Medical has launched its Javelin Peripheral IVL Catheter in the US for peripheral artery disease (PAD). This new intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) platform is engineered to modify calcium and navigate “extremely” narrowed vessels in individuals with this disease.
Heart Valve Replacements
Once you have made the decision to have heart valve replacement surgery, you, along with your surgeon, will need to decide what type of replacement valve is best for you. There are several types of valves currently available for surgeons to use, but there are benefits and downsides to each type.
What Are Heart Sounds and How to Know If They’re Normal
Heart sounds are the noises made as blood moves through the heart with each heartbeat. When the heart valves close, they make a distinct lubb-dupp sound.