2008
10/01/08 — New Research: Americans Underestimate Dangers of Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Heart Rhythm Society works to raise awareness of serious public health issue through first congressionally designated SCA Awareness Month — update of 9/22 press release
10/01/08 — Warfarin Significantly Underused in the Treatment of Patients with Atrial Fibrillation
Results of the first contemporary, US-based study on the usage of warfarin published in the HeartRhythm Journal
09/22/08 — New Research: Americans Underestimate Dangers of Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Four out of five Americans vastly underestimate the severity of SCA, which causes more than 250,000 deaths each year
09/03/08 — Heart Rhythm Society Statement on ICD Safety and Effectiveness
In light of a September 3 study in the New England Journal of Medicine, the Society reiterates its stance on the importance of ICDs in patients with life-threatening arrhythmias
08/01/08 — Abnormal Heart Rate Turbulence Predicts Sudden Death in Patients with Congestive Heart Failure
An article published in the HeartRhythm Journal reveals important, new findings from the MUSIC Study; new research represents the largest heart failure population ever studied
07/23/08 — Heart Rhythm Society Applauds Introduction of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Resolutions
Awareness month will raise awareness of leading killer
07/01/08 — Cryoablation Proven Just as Effective as Radiofrequency in the Treatment of Atrial Flutter
A new study published in HeartRhythm Journal demonstrates acute and long-term efficacy and safety of cryoablation
06/03/08 — Very Few Student-Athletes Survive Sudden Cardiac Arrest
A new study published in HeartRhythm sheds light on the survival of young athletes after an exercise-related sudden cardiac event
05/15/08 — Primary Care Physicians Are Not Adhering to Life-Saving Guidelines
Lack of knowledge could put patients at greater risk of sudden cardiac death
05/15/08 — Weight Loss Supplements May Hold Hidden Heart Health Risks
Study finds many over-the-counter diet pills contain potentially dangerous ingredients; yet lack proper warning labels
05/15/08 — New Research Finds No Association Between Omega-3 and Vitamin E Intake and Atrial Fibrillation in Women
Heart Rhythm 2008 addresses issues around women’s health
05/15/08 — Statin Therapy Associated with Lower Risk of Atrial Fibrillation in Women
Drug therapy shows lower prevalence and incidence of AF in post-menopausal women with prior coronary disease
05/15/08 — Patient Information and Understanding Lacking When Faced with Cardiac Device Recalls
Two new studies explore the patient’s perspective on device performance
05/15/08 — Late-Breaking Clinical Trials Scheduled for Release at Heart Rhythm Society’s 29th Annual Scientific Sessions
Six late-breaking clinical trials to be presented at Heart Rhythm 2008
05/15/08 — Late-Breaking Clinical Trial Results Announced at Heart Rhythm 2008: 5A Study
Antiarrhythmic treatment immediately following AF ablation reduces the incidence of atrial arrhythmias
05/15/08 — Late-Breaking Clinical Trial Results Announced at Heart Rhythm 2008: ATHENA Trial
A new antiarrhythmic compound proves to reduce the incidence of cardiovascular hospitalizations in patients with AF
05/15/08 — Late-Breaking Clinical Trial Results Announced at Heart Rhythm 2008: PREFER Trial
New trial is the first to evaluate and compare remote monitoring follow-up strategies in pacemaker patients
05/15/08 — The American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association and the Heart Rhythm Society Release Updated Cardiac Device-Based Therapy Guidelines
New guidelines offer revised indications for the use of pacemakers, implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) and cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) devices
05/15/08 — Cell Phone Technology Helps Treat Heart Attack Victims
New study shows pre-hospital electrocardiograms dramatically reduce time to treatment
05/14/08 — The Heart Rhythm Society and the Pediatric and Congenital Electrophysiology Society Offer New Training Guidance for the Care of Pediatric and Congenital Heart Patients
New clinical competency statement outlines training pathways for implantation of cardiac devices in pediatric and congenital heart patients
05/14/08 — Heart Rhythm Society and European Heart Rhythm Association Release Expert Consensus Statement on the Monitoring of Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Devices
International panel of experts offer first set of comprehensive monitoring guidelines; call for new solutions to data management, patient privacy and ethical issues
05/14/08 — ICD Remote Monitoring Helps Maximize Device Clinic Personnel and Resources
Study shows more ICD patients embracing remote monitoring device evaluations
05/01/08 — Physicians Uncover New Ways to Predict the Onset of Life-Threatening Cardiac Arrhythmias
Analysis of ICD recordings can predict spontaneous ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation in patients
04/24/08 — Heart Rhythm Society Applauds Sudden Cardiac Arrest Resolution
Senate resolution will establish an awareness week and bring attention to leading killer
04/04/08 — Results Announced for First Cardiac Pacing Exam for Japanese Allied Professionals
Initial Japan-based Exam Scores Comparable to Those in U.S.
04/04/08 — Digital Media Players Do Not Interfere with Cardiac Rhythm Devices
New studies published in the HeartRhythm Journal dispute previous findings that indicated a potential patient risk
03/12/08 — Heart Rhythm Society Statement on ICD Safety
Society comments on Pacemakers and Implantable Cardiac Defibrillators: Software Radio Attacks and Zero-Powered Defenses study
03/07/08 — Study Shows Clear Connection between State of Mind and Physical Recovery
Research published in the HeartRhythm Journal shows that psychosocial status impacts mortality rate following arrhythmic events
02/08/08 — Heart Rhythm Society Responds to President Bush’s Proposed Budget
Heart Rhythm Society President, Bruce Lindsay, MD, FHRS, expresses concern about fiscal year 2009 budget request
01/18/08 — First Standardized Cardiac Pacing Exam for Japanese Allied Professionals
International Board sees partnership as model for future global testing
