The coronary sinus is a collection of smaller veins that merge together to form the sinus (or large vessel), which is located along the heart’s posterior (rear) surface between the left ventricle and ...

The 3D CT data set can be evaluated by various post-processing techniques. Multiplanar reconstructions allow visualization of any cross-section through the volume. Oblique as well as curved ...

The success rate of cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) implantation, according to a recent study, could be improved by the use of an endocardial visualization catheter (EVC), which allows direct, ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A novel device designed to treat chronic severe angina was implanted safely, effectively reduced angina symptoms ...

Real-world results suggest narrowing the coronary sinus with the Reducer (Neovasc) stent may provide durable relief for patients with refractory angina unsuitable for further revascularization. The ...

Background A 57-year-old man presented with dyspnea and presyncope on exertion. He had previously been diagnosed with hypertension, hypercholesterolemia and atrial fibrillation. A soft (grade II/VI), ...

Heart failure is associated with activation of thrombin-related pathways, which predicts a poor prognosis. We hypothesized that treatment with rivaroxaban, a factor Xa inhibitor, could reduce thrombin ...