3D-printed blood vessels could be used for transplants Using 3D-printing methods, researchers have created artificial blood vessels in a lab. The bioprinted structures could be used for transplants or for testing new drugs, scientists say.
No problem with artificial heart fundamentals despite death, manufacturer says The artificial heart fitted in a patient who died on Saturday malfunctioned due to a fault with the controls of its motor, but an initial analysis indicates there are no fundamental problems with the device, its manufacturer Carmat said in a statement.
Dementia patients more likely to get pacemakers People with dementia are more likely to get pacemakers than people without any cognitive impairment, according to a new study
French company announces first artificial heart implant in human France's Carmat said on Friday it had carried out the first human implantation of its artificial heart.
Man dies after drinking entire bottle of whiskey in 5 minutes to win bet A 47-year-old man in Nepal who downed a bottle of whiskey after a bet with a friend has died from medical complications three weeks after the drinking challenge.
The Polar Vortex is back: How it may affect your health A large part of the country will experience below-normal temperatures in the next couple of days— and those changes may affect health.
Surgeon who helped pioneer key CPR technique dies at 87 Dr. James Jude, one of the experts credited with pioneering life-saving cardiopulmonary resuscitation, has died. He was 87.
Trouble falling asleep may signal high blood pressure Trouble sleeping, especially trouble falling asleep, may be associated with high blood pressure, according to a new study from China.
Indoor air purifiers may aid heart patients People with heart conditions may benefit from using indoor air purifiers, suggests a small study from China.
What happens during a coronary angioplasty? When fatty deposits build up in the arteries, interfering with blood flow to the heart, your doctor may perform a coronary angioplasty. Dr. Manny goes into the operating room to show us exactly how it’s done
