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    Duplex ultrasound may underestimate left renal vein compression in suspected nutcracker...

    New lower extremity revascularization CPT codes include physician payment for intravascular...

    Alcohol use disorder linked to higher rates of amputation and death...

    Adam Smith, Hippocrates, Pogo and the great American health care mess:...

    Data demonstrates extensive variations in antithrombotic therapy after venous stenting and...

    Surgical societies respond to updated pulmonary embolism clinical practice guidelines

    SVS awarded CMSS grant to expand age-friendly vascular ambulatory care

    Biological sex remains a key determinant in CLTI revascularization rates and...

    The Zeigarnik effect

    Vascular Specialist–April 2026

    The evolving role of academic outpatient vascular centers

    TADV delivers ‘transformative advancement’ for no-option CLTI

    New blunt thoracic aortic injury guidelines reflect evolution in evidence and...

    Retirement for Vascular Surgeons: Considerations at the Crossroads of Skill and...

    Carotid endarterectomy and TCAR show comparable outcomes in patients with high...

    Education session closes PAD knowledge gap among primary care residents

    Vascular Specialist–March 2026

    SVS Foundation travel grant to support early-career female vascular surgeons

    Site neutral payments: Are there winners and losers?

    Study strengthens case for conservative therapy in claudication over early intervention

    Introducing the vascular surgery MIPS Value Pathway: A new era for...

    Phaedro’s dog and Dr. Oz: Reclaiming physician leadership in health care

    Progress with limits: Female surgeons still face uneven playing field

    SVS Foundation Awards Grant to Study Pregnancy Outcomes, PAD Risk

    Dementia patients see worse outcomes after AAA repair

    Fear and loathing in a post-CREST-2 world

    Thomas Fogarty, cardiovascular surgeon and medical technology pioneer, dies

    Robyn Macsata lectureship to debut at 2026 APDVS annual meeting

    Blood pressure control critical following PAD revascularization, study shows

    Vascular Specialist–January/February 2026

    Premature PAD tied to higher amputation rates

    SVS updates patient reading materials to ‘improve accessibility’

    Claudication: Medicare-linked data outline higher rates of progression to CLTI after...

    ‘What I talk about when I talk about value’

    ‘Why vascular?’: Grappling with the vascular workforce challenges of the future

    MDR certification secured for Impede embolization plug devices

    SCVS Young Vascular Surgeons Program deadline further extended

    SVS Foundation donors turn opportunity into lifelong impact

    Interim results of covered stent-graft hint at ‘new avenue’ in dialysis...

    Abstract submissions open for VAM 2026

    New era beckons: Vascular Specialist moves in-house as new chapter opens...

    Missing a step? Searching for meaning in claudication research

    Care for intermittent claudication considered ‘inappropriate’ found to be common, putting...

    PERT, AI and the rise of thrombectomy devices: ‘PERT leads to...

    Vascular Specialist–November/December 2025

    A call for call pay

    Early-bird deadline for SAVS 2026 approaches

    Deadline extended for SCVS Young Surgeons Program

    Medtronic announces first commercial use of Liberant thrombectomy system

    Philips expands commercial availability of LumiGuide imaging system

    NIH-funded WARRIORS trial advances toward launch

    SVS smoking cessation initiative aligns with national cancer society effort to...

    Meta-analysis: Drug-coated devices show comparable aggregate outcomes to non-drug-coated devices in...

    Changing the game in knee osteoarthritis: A vascular approach

    How important is complex endovascular aortic training in the current landscape?

    Leadership development program cohort 6 celebrates graduation

    ‘Vascular surgery is leading the way’: Neurodivergence in care

    Stent maintenance: Sustaining long-term patency in deep venous system

    Clyde Barker, pioneering vascular surgeon and Penn Medicine titan, dies

    Froedtert Hospital first in Wisconsin to earn national vascular verification

    SVS Foundation funds vascular initiatives to the tune of $360,000 last...

    CREST-2: Landmark trial finds benefit from carotid stenting

    ‘Historical’ CREST-2 data show reduced stroke risk with carotid stenting versus...

    Atherectomy in PAD: Meta-analysis of ‘extensive’ published literature supports use in...

    Esprit BTK: Drug-eluting resorbable scaffold poised as first-line therapy for below-the-knee...

    Terumo Aortic announces launch of Fenestrated Treo pivotal IDE study in...

    ‘We need to look at the totality of evidence’: VIVA panelists...

    RapidAI earns US FDA clearance for AI-driven aortic measurement and surveillance...

    Chronic venous insufficiency: Appeal over ‘not-approvable’ VenoValve fails

    enVVeno receives ‘unfavorable’ appeal decision from FDA for VenoValve device

    Cracking CLTI: How Shockwave Javelin intravascular lithotripsy is opening up new...

    ViTAA Medical announces FDA 510(k) clearance for aortic planning platform

    Elucid launches PlaqueIQ image analysis software for carotid arteries

    PROMISE III: Six-month data ‘reinforce’ case for TADV in no-option CLTI...

    PERFORMANCE III demonstrates ‘very low’ 30-day event rates for dual neuroprotection...

    ‘Excellent’ one-year outcomes from ROADSTER 3 show TCAR is ‘safe and...

    Online Wound Care Curriculum offers on-demand education for vascular teams

    One-year results from IVC stent clinical trial show positive safety and...

    InterVene receives US FDA 510(k) clearance for Recana thrombectomy system

    Vein mapping rates show no sign of change two years after...

    Anton Sidawy becomes president of American College of Surgeons

    SVS receives slew of VAM 2026 ‘Hot Topics’ session proposals

    ‘Ask not what vascular surgery can do for you… ask what...

    Randomized data ‘debunks’ widely used negative pressure wound therapy

    Interim RAPID-PE study reveals ‘excellent’ safety data in first 50 patients

    ‘The patient is there to see me and my face’: Making...

    Positive data show novel delayed-release diameter reduction technique in construction of...

    TAMBE and TBE: Evolving experiences and piecing together channels of inquiry

    Patient-facing literature from SVS found to exceed recommended reading level

    Mechanical thrombectomy system for AV access shows promise, study shows

    STORM-PE finds mechanical thrombectomy superior to anticoagulation alone

    Stanford vascular surgery blends team bonding and exercise in first SVS...

    SVS Foundation set to launch Enrico Ascher Vascular Innovation Institute at...

    The globalization of aortic innovation: A cautionary tale of U.S. regulatory...

    Closer to the goal: Shoring up data behind breakthrough imaging technology...

    Vascular Specialist–October 2025

    When to re-intervene: Stent surveillance and the effective use of RevCore...

    A global concern: WFVS seeks to level up vascular education in...

    Shape Memory Medical announces midway milestone in AAA-SHAPE randomised controlled pivotal...

    Randomized trial finds inferior mesenteric artery embolization ‘may not be effective’...

    Medtronic’s Endurant receives FDA labelling approval to remove rAAA treatment warning

    EACTS 2025 hears new data on aortic arch remodelling device

    Nurea receives US FDA clearance for AI-powered PRAEVAorta 2 software

    Non-contrast MRI outperforms DSA in detecting below-the-knee arteries in CLTI patients

    Sheahan takes over as Vascular Surgery Board chair

    Medtronic fully launches Neuroguard IEP system

    NESVS 2025: Alik Farber takes over as New England Society for...

    Terumo Aortic and Bentley announce collaboration on US FEVAR study

    Vascular surgeons descend on DC: Maiden SVS leadership conference takes advocacy...

    TADV without venous branch coiling still yields strong limb salvage rates...

    SVS international chapters strengthen global ties in vascular surgery

    SVS set to take part in ACC smoking cessation webinar

    The intersection of palliative care and vascular surgery

    Comparing office practice models: Should we joint venture?

    FastWave Medical appoints principal investigators for IVL pivotal trial

    Designated multispecialty CLTI teams may help in amputation fight

    Esprit BTK receives Health Canada approval for treating below-the-knee CLTI

    Multidisciplinary approach to diabetic foot ulcers in rural America leads to...

    Unionization for vascular surgeons: Are you ready to join?

    MVSS 2025: Ross Milner ascends to Midwestern Vascular Surgical Society presidency

    MVSS 2025: Gore iliac branch device ‘equally effective’ in both IDE...

    WVS 2025: David Rigberg takes over as president of Western Vascular...

    SYMPHONY-PE trial demonstrates positive efficacy, efficiency, and safety results

    Terumo Aortic announces ‘significant policy milestone’ with CMS establishing new DRG...

    Appeal filed over ‘not-approvable’ letter for breakthrough venous valve replacement

    Shifting demographics, improved visibility and strides made on Medicare reimbursements

    Updated intermittent claudication guidelines reflect a decade of new evidence

    SVS Highway to Health campaign aims to make PAD a household...

    Vascular Specialist–September 2025

    Gregorio A. Sicard, past SVS president, advocate for Latin American surgeons,...

    Enduring PROMISE: Real-world outcomes study suggests results continue to flow from...

    Eastern Vascular Society passes 1,000-member mark

    Microbot Medical receives FDA 510(k) clearance for Liberty endovascular robotic system

    Shape Memory Medical completes enrollment in EMBO-PMS registry

    EVS 2025: Eastern Vascular Society reveals 2025–26 officer class

    Advances in endovascular therapy help drive innovative CPVI training course

    Final call for SVS Foundation VC4U project grant applications

    Start of PAD Awareness Month heralds joint national effort to prevent...

    Imperative Care announces FDA clearance for Symphony thrombectomy system

    FDA begins ‘real-time’ reporting of adverse event data

    SWEDEPAD re-opens paclitaxel safety discussion, finds drug-coated devices do not improve...

    Final patient treated in Cook’s Zenith Fenestrated+ endovascular graft clinical study

    Journal of Vascular Surgery secures new editor-in-chief

    Boston Scientific recalls Carotid Wallstent Monorail devices over ‘manufacturing defect’

    Pharmacologic treatment, follow-up in cessation services help drive abstinence in PAD...

    After the recess: Taking a look ahead to a busy September...

    AI: Where it lands today and how it might impact the...

    Abbott’s Esprit BTK system receives CE mark

    Celebrity-prompted awareness in vascular surgery

    FDA grants approval for IDE study on Advance Evero 18 everolimus-coated...

    FDA deems Envveno’s VenoValve ‘not-approvable’

    The benefits of a heart and vascular institute

    VAM 2026 chairs discuss pathways to podium, poster presentations

    Not all carotid procedures are equal after patients suffer a postoperative...

    Legacy teams lead the way in Vascular Health Step Challenge

    Wound care online modules empower vascular care teams, participants say

    Vascular Verification Program opens doors for early engagement, quality improvement

    Advancing the SVS mission to provide patients with expert vascular care

    Aquedeon Medical receives FDA approval to expand clinical trial of Duett...

    In wake of President Trump’s chronic venous insufficiency diagnosis, SVS steps...

    Vascular Specialist–August 2025

    Regional vascular societies gear up for fall annual meetings

    SVS Executive Board votes against creating free-standing Vascular Surgery Board

    Analysis of BEST-CLI, PREVENT III reveals significant improvement in vein bypass...

    Early bird pricing deadline for coding workshop falls tomorrow

    ‘Critical’ importance of lifelong surveillance after EVAR headlines newly published 10-year...

    New APP Section: A ‘professional home’

    Deadline extended for SVS Foundation grant focused on women’s health

    Inari Medical, now part of Stryker, launches InThrill thrombectomy system

    Countdown to Capitol Hill: SVS Advocacy and Leadership Conference nears

    First patient enrolled in AngioDynamics’ AMBITION BTK trial for CLTI

    Corner Stitch: How to say ‘I messed up’

    Step Challenge: Walk for wellness

    Complex PAD skills course registration is open

    First patient treated with InterVene’s Recana thrombectomy catheter system

    SVS highlights landmark paper on functional popliteal artery entrapment syndrome

    Medical devices MHRA

    MHRA announces UK medical device regulation amends

    SVS

    SVS Foundation VC4U grants advance vascular equity for underserved women

    ‘Parenthood in vascular surgery a personal choice, not a professional deadline’

    A self-fulfilling prophecy based on a fourth-year medical student’s misinformed decision

    Coding workshop to cover 2025 updates

    New SVS president seeks to enhance communication with members, tighten focus...

    SVS launches partnership to help private practice vascular surgeons cut costs

    Getinge’s iCast covered stent system approved as bridging stent in US

    Danish study suggests patients with AAA could benefit from high-dose statin...

    Medtronic enrols first patient in Onyx liquid embolic IDE clinical study

    Vascular Specialist–July 2025

    Medtronic to distribute FMD’s peripheral guidewires for transradial access in US

    Cook announces US launch of Zenith iliac branch device

    Letter to the editor: Physicians and APPs should work together to...

    Vascular surgery history: Putting specialty on the map in a broader...

    Researchers examine safety of prophylactic spinal fluid drainage in open and...

    VQI to host webinar on updated smoking cessation variables

    ATEV

    Humacyte announces Symvess ECAT approval from US Defense Logistics Agency

    VBX stent graft

    Gore announces MDR expanded indication for the Viabahn VBX balloon-expandable endoprosthesis...

    Novel MRI technique for CLTI poised to address ‘medieval problem in...

    Presenting a united front to address vascular surgery’s structural and financial...

    RESCUE II results on Thrombolex’s Bashir endovascular catheter for PE published

    Cook Medical issues Class I recall for Beacon Tip angiographic catheters

    SCAI publishes chronic venous disease management guidelines

    StentIt launches first-in-human trial of bioresorbable stent to treat below-the-knee CLTI

    Vivasure Medical submits premarket approval to FDA for PerQseal Elite closure...

    Three honored in VAM 2025 Poster Competition

    ATEV shows promise in high-risk patients on hemodialysis

    Claim CME credits from 2025 vascular meetings

    Join us: SVS goes to Washington

    Award-winning basic science research targets ‘highly complex’ process of vascular calcification

    Senior vascular surgeons: 10 options beyond the operating room

    Advancing dialysis access outcomes with extravascular support: A triangulated clinical research...

    ‘Rise together’: Harris urges unity in Women’s Vascular Summit presidential address

    CGuard Prime carotid stent gains US and European approvals for stroke...

    Gore Tag thoracic branch endoprosthesis receives expanded FDA approval for endovascular...

    Increased experience with off-the-shelf TAAA endograft sees reduction in complications but...

    Penumbra’s STORM-PE randomized trial completes enrollment

    Aventus thrombectomy system gains FDA clearance for PE treatment

    New THRIVE data on CAVT technology for acute limb ischemia show...

    SVS announces election results for new leadership

    Two-year data show continued clinical improvement with VenoValve

    The people and devices that put ‘the vascular in vascular’

    International Chapter highlights pressing need to document PAD and CLTI prevalence...

    Vascular Specialist@VAM Conference Edition 3

    Learn from other fields to enhance your practice, vascular surgeon innovators...

    SVS president will stake ‘reclaiming center’ in VAM 2025 address

    Transatlantic multicenter experience highlights effectiveness of total endovascular aortic repair with...

    Vote for your favorite projects at the Poster Competition

    Acellular tissue engineered vessel outperforms AVF in high-risk hemodialysis patients

    Greenberg Lecture encourages ‘move beyond’ binary aortic disease classification

    Impact report finds no major change in balance between CAS and...

    Transcatheter arterialization of the deep veins: Comparative analysis probes whether emerging...

    Remember to cast your votes in 2025 SVS elections

    Long-term VQI-VISION analysis sheds light on PVI versus bypass in aortoiliac...

    Drilling into controversies in field of asymptomatic severe carotid stenosis management

    Vascular Specialist@VAM Conference Edition 2

    Speaking in code: How a decline in Medicare reimbursement affects vascular...

    One-year TAMBE data highlight low mortality, importance of renal branch assessment

    No power, no problem! VAM 2025 pivots as early-morning power outage...

    Vascular Specialist@VAM Conference Edition 1

    Training smarter, not harder: Analysis finds no negative impact of reduced...

    Register for the Women’s Networking Event

    Explore the future of vascular surgery at Touchpoint@VAM

    Next gen: Pair of sessions tailored for medical students lay out...

    First-in-man results to show promise for robot-assisted HIFU in PAD treatment

    Experts to examine ‘evolving landscape’ of vascular intervention in PE management

    VQI LEAF surveillance protocol set to be unveiled during VQI@VAM

    A message from the SVS president

    Crawford Forum: Empowering vascular surgeons

    What the cost of cancer care teaches vascular specialists

    A New Orleanian’s guide to New Orleans

    Vascular Specialist–June 2025

    Cost-effectiveness outcomes defy expectations in latest BEST-CLI data drop

    Vascular Quality Initiative to host annual meeting at VAM 2025

    Taking the lead: The vascular surgeon in the pediatric vascular surgical...

    SVS continues success with smoking cessation webinar series

    Grandfather of Vascular Quality Initiative retires from Fivos

    Helping OBL vascular surgeons fight the squeeze

    venous valve

    Answering the questions of appropriate outcome measures after intervention for deep...

    SVS releases updated guidelines for intermittent claudication

    Terumo announces commercial availability of Roadsaver carotid stent system

    The Survivalist’s Guide to Heart and Vascular Centers

    SVS names candidates for vacant officer positions

    SVS leadership figures reflect on roles ahead of elections

    Bylaw referendum: SVS Executive Board proposes changes to Senior membership to...

    Wound healing in space: Vascular surgeons produce wide-ranging review

    Reality check: Study brings ‘significant’ gap between randomized and real-world vascular...

    Survey suggests greater exposure to mini-incision carotid endarterectomy during training may...

    Equivalent outcomes seen among female, male patients in real-world analysis of...

    Vascular Specialist–May 2025

    Carotid endarterectomy outperforms stenting amid overuse of both procedures in 10-year...

    Imperative Care announces completion of enrollment in the SYMPHONY-PE study

    VenoValve first-in-human

    Three-year VenoValve first-in-human trial data published

    TRIOMPHE

    Endospan announces positive 30-day outcomes from TRIOMPHE IDE study

    VVT Medical welcomes Antonios Gasparis to medical advisory board

    Inquis Medical’s Aventus thrombectomy system found safe and effective for patients...

    Complex Wound Care Masterclass now set to commence at VAM 2026

    Visiting professorship recipient announced

    SVS seeks feedback on VESAP6 mobile app

    Highway to Health: SVS to stage virtual how-to session

    VAM 2025 set to feature dedicated session on artificial intelligence and...

    Audible Bleeding luminaries podcast looks back at its origins in vascular...

    New study validates BEST-CLI trial results, ‘suggesting generalizability’

    ‘The leader must own everything in his or her world, own...

    Standing on the banks of the Rubicon

    Acute limb ischemia: Enhancing limb salvage rates with computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy

    Debate verdict: Carotid endarterectomy maintains its golden hue

    R3 Vascular announces first patient treated in ELITE-BTK pivotal trial

    From Olympic triumph to healthcare advocacy: Jim Craig to deliver VAM...

    CX 2025: New VenaSeal data suggest cyanoacrylate closure be added to...

    CX 2025: Sirolimus implant fails to meet fistula maturation endpoint in...

    CX 2025: EVAR founding fathers invoke revolutionary past to predict path...

    Vascular Specialist–April 2025

    Redefining ‘optimal medical therapy’ for vascular patients

    Early feasibility study for Velocity pAVF system now fully enrolled

    SVS International Committee’s 2025 scholars named

    Search for new JVS editor-in-chief has commenced

    aortic-related mortality

    From Brazil to Baylor: Oderich assumes coveted role at cardiovascular ‘powerhouse’

    The question of Vascular Surgery Board independence: Federated or free-standing?

    Founding fathers of EVAR set to gather to mark 40 years...

    Terumo Neuro receives FDA approval for carotid stent system

    VenoValve: Analysis finds similar improvement among both primary and thrombotic deep...

    Serranator

    Cagent Vascular initiates patient enrollment in Serranator vs. plain balloon angioplasty...

    SCVS 2025: Rowe becomes SCVS president

    Mentorship takes center stage at VRIC 2025

    SVS prepares to educate latest group of vascular leaders

    SVS, medical organizations launch comprehensive Wound Care Curriculum

    Novel phenotypic AAA classification may help better stratify aneurysm risk

    Surmodics announces commercial release of Pounce XL thrombectomy system

    Gore announces FDA approval and first commercial implant of large-diameter thoracic...

    SCVS 2025: TBE device provides ‘safer’ option than TEVAR for blunt...

    ACC.25: Semaglutide improves walk distance for PAD patients with diabetes

    SCVS 2025: Multicenter data show favorable role for FEVAR over chimney...

    Vascular Specialist–March 2025

    One-year WAVE trial results show patency advantage for Wrapsody versus PTA

    Study details radiation exposure learning curve among vascular trainees 

    Imperative Care expands Symphony thrombectomy portfolio with new FDA approval

    Download SVS Highway to Health member toolkits

    SVS webinar to explore AI innovations

    EVC 2025: Multidisciplinary, multi-stakeholder efforts key to setting venous disease research...

    VOYAGE scholarship program for young vascular surgeons

    Novel thrombectomy system for VTE used successfully in first tranche of...

    ‘How to thrive, not just survive, as a vascular surgeon’

    SVS Foundation celebrates Women’s History Month

    SVS issues call for members to serve on committees

    Vascular surgery trainee autonomy driven by well-being, study finds

    Obituary: Janet Powell

    Grappling with the healthcare vision of a new administration

    Corner Stitch: Becoming a community-engaged vascular surgeon

    Inari Medical, now part of Stryker, launches Artix thrombectomy system

    Senate scrutiny of HHS nominees poses key moment for vascular surgery...

    VAM 2025 registration launches

    Philips issues Class I recall for Tack endovascular system

    So you want to marry a surgeon?

    Stereotaxis seeks to broaden use of its robotic magnetic navigation system...

    Shockwave Medical announces US launch of intravascular lithotripsy catheter

    ‘Battlefield first aid’: A peer-to-peer prescription for dealing with adverse surgical...

    The torrid number of hospital mergers and integrations do not create...

    AVF: From good to great

    SVS leadership and membership integral to ‘far-reaching’ BEST-CLI trial

    Open surgery, endovascular intervention and robotics: The coming ‘third revolution’ in...

    2024 in review: Message from the SVS executive director

    Intermittent Topical Wound Oxygen: ‘It needs to no longer be seen...

    The future of vascular surgery (and the role a hybrid OR...

    AVF 2025: A call for ‘second-generation steps’ in venous stenting

    Ketamine reduces postoperative opiate use and pain scores as part of...

    FFRCT diagnosis of coronary ischemia with ischemia-targeted coronary revascularization more than...

    ATEV

    Humacyte announces commercial launch of Symvess for extremity vascular trauma

    Prognostic tool for CVO stenting set to enhance therapeutic decision-making and...

    New analysis details learning curve effect behind ‘significant improvement’ in performance...

    Vascular Specialist–January/February 2025

    Foundation grant projects

    Shape Memory Medical announces first European enrolment in AAA-SHAPE pivotal trial

    Stryker completes acquisition of Inari Medical

    Reflections from VESS: Internal mentoring, external inspiration and really good skiing

    Study demonstrates textbook outcomes occur less than a quarter of the...

    Members: Take advantage of Mentor Match

    Countdown to New Orleans: VAM 2025 set to explore innovation

    tcar restenotic carotid lesions

    BEST-CLI trial spline model analysis breaks new ground in assessing the...

    Deep vein arterialization: Much remains to be learned but use poised...

    InspireMD and NAMSA to partner on CGUARDIANS II pivotal clinical trial

    Akura Medical enrols first patient in QUADRA-PE study

    ROADSTER 3 provides key evidence that ‘goes beyond registry data’ on...

    Penumbra launches Element vascular access system for VTE

    SVS calls for comments on Vascular Surgery MIPS Value Pathway

    Past SAVC Award recipients reflect on impact

    US ARC uncovers ‘dramatic’ decrease in use of prophylactic spinal drains...

    Vascular Verification Program verifies first community hospital 

    Legislation targets stability for physicians amid Medicare cuts

    Study highlights declining venous stent patency rates after one year

    Data and device tweaks herald ‘practice-changing’ future for bioabsorbable scaffolds

    Deadline for inaugural SVS visiting professorship to advance young surgeons’ careers...

    Serranator

    Cagent Vascular initiates the Serranator POINT FORCE observational registry

    Gore announces first commercial implant of Excluder conformable AAA endoprosthesis with...

    Tracci assumes presidency of Southern Vascular

    FDA announces plans to address medical device shortage risks

    SVS gets moving on PAD-related grant

    Meet the new SVS Executive Board members

    ESVS publishes 2025 vascular trauma guidelines

    aortic-related mortality

    New data support role of F/BEVAR for treatment of thoracoabdominal aortic...

    Gore receives CE mark for lower profile Viabahn VBX endoprosthesis

    One-year SAVVE trial results are ‘most encouraging data ever produced for...

    Researchers develop machine learning models to predict IVC filter complications

    Boston Scientific to acquire IVL developer Bolt Medical

    Large database study finds no difference in outcomes between three carotid...

    adverse

    Study finds adverse outcomes after decreased use of paclitaxel-coated devices

    Study reports lack of evidence to support theory that hospital integration...

    Novel sirolimus-eluting scaffold system demonstrates ‘potential to address Achilles’ heel’ of...

    Marriage and other things I’m probably doing wrong

    How physician assistants help vascular surgery teams provide ‘continuity of care’

    Vascular trainees better prepared for open aortic practice than commonly reported,...

    The endovascular revolution and open aortic training: ‘It’s not necessarily a...

    How the RevCore and VenaCore thrombectomy catheters combine to broaden treatment...

    Vascular Specialist–December 2024

    ATEV

    FDA approves Humacyte’s Symvess for vascular trauma

    Wrapsody device

    Merit Medical announces FDA approval of the Wrapsody cell-impermeable endoprosthesis

    Positive one-year data for new venous valve portends promising future in...

    Novel bioabsorbable perivascular wrap aims to reduce AVF failure

    When RCTs are essential for novel vascular access device regulation

    Venous VQI celebrates decade milestone

    In search of the ‘holy grail’: New analysis brings aneurysm rupture...

    Pioneering Florida limb preservation program laser-focuses on evidence-based, customized care for...

    Endothermal ablation significantly outperforms surgery for varicose veins in long-term randomized...

    Microlearning: The non-clinical realties of vascular surgery

    VAM 2025 abstract submission period opens

    In focus: Outpatient vascular practice

    Government Grand Rounds: What happens next? The importance of the lame...

    CPVI course: Learning the latest intricate skills and techniques to treat...

    BIO-OSCAR SOC trial examines standard of care in PAD treatment

    Applications open for 2025 James S.T. Yao Resident Research Award

    VRIC 2025: Consider the Vascular Research Initiatives Conference a path to...

    Microbot Medical announces FDA submission for commercialization of Liberty endovascular robotic...

    Corner Stitch: How to make the most of your research year(s)—personal...

    Artivion granted FDA humanitarian device exemption for the AMDS hybrid prosthesis

    The SVS needs your Excellence in Community Practice Award nominations!

    First patient enrolled in InspireMD’s CGUARDIANS II pivotal study

    Innovation in vascular surgery: Balancing progress with patient safety

    Track your wRVUs, because no one else does it better

    ‘This is just the beginning’: SVS launches patient-facing website in opening...

    VASC.AI: Canadian vascular surgery researchers develop vascular-specific bot aimed at aiding...

    Service: Giving back

    Novel measure suggests 20% of elective carotid revascularizations fail to achieve...

    Bentley announces first-in-human implantation of BeFlared bridging stent

    Wrapsody device

    WAVE trial AVG cohort also benefits at six months with Wrapsody

    BEST-CLI: Trial results endure in analysis of patients who presented with...

    Rates of MAE and reintervention following F/BEVAR remain ‘stable,’ Aortic Research...

    Incorporation of Shockwave E8 Peripheral IVL into the treatment of patients...

    Tackling difficult acute limb ischemia cases with an endovascular-first approach using...

    Vascular Specialist–November 2024

    ATEV

    Humacyte clinical results published in JAMA Surgery

    One-year data from VenoValve US pivotal trial emerges

    PMA application submitted for VenoValve device

    Research suggests arm vein is the best alternative bypass conduit to...

    Review with VESAP6

    ‘Voices of Vascular’ series celebrates Ochoa for Hispanic History Month

    Jimenez joins JVS-CIT as DEI editor

    SVN hosts virtual roundtable on PAD awareness

    Perioperative care in open aortic vascular surgery: join upcoming webinar

    SVS and APSA convene for quarterly meeting

    SVS launches leadership podcast series

    Class of 2024–25: VQI announces third annual set of Fellowship in...

    Vascular Research Initiatives Conference abstracts due

    Regional societies see presidential changing of the guards

    SVS unveils latest round of members to become Distinguished Fellows

    CEA ‘remains useful and relevant’ in era of improving medical therapy

    The top 10 most popular Vascular Specialist stories of October 2024

    Endologix announces 36-month results of DETOUR2 study

    New analysis shows patients treated with Penumbra’s CAVT technology for PE...

    Shockwave Javelin peripheral IVL catheter meets prespecified efficacy and safety performance...

    Bolt Medical announces completion of RESTORE ATK and RESTORE BTK pivotal...

    Two-year LIFE-BTK data show sustained benefits of drug-eluting resorbable scaffold for...

    First patient enrolled in study of integrated laser atherectomy and IVL...

    R3 Vascular

    FDA grants R3 Vascular IDE approval for ELITE-BTK pivotal trial of...

    TCT 2024: Drug-eluting resorbable scaffold proves cost effective at one year...

    CMS grants transitional pass-through payment for Medtronic’s Symplicity Spyral and Recor’s...

    Education and representation at core of inclusivity efforts for DEI committee

    The clash between mission and revenue for not-for-profit, tax-exempt hospitals

    Invisible ties: The unique journey that landed one medical student on...

    Endoscopic vein harvest under the microscope

    VAM 2025 abstract submission period set to open Nov. 6

    Former SVS president named ACS president-elect

    Surmodics announces early results from PROWL registry of Pounce thrombectomy system

    The Japanese concept of ikigai and how mentorship might help specialty...

    TCT 2024: PEERLESS trial finds large-bore mechanical thrombectomy superior for intermediate-risk...

    TCT 2024: One-year data from SIRONA trial show similar results for...

    NESVS 2024: Simons becomes first woman president of New England Society...

    TCT 2024: PATCH study reports initial positive results for sutureless vascular...

    Thrombolex begins enrolment in RAPID-PE study of Bashir catheter

    Who harmed who?

    SVS launches Highway to Health campaign to help people maintain vascular...

    Abre

    ABRE subanalysis highlights obesity ‘paradox’ in post-venous stenting outcomes

    CEA: The importance of doctor-patient conversations about quitting smoking for better...

    ABS seeks vascular surgeon nominations for council position

    SVS launches VascuLEARN

    Hybrid aortic arch: ‘We believe there is still a role for...

    Female patients found to be at increased risk from adverse outcomes...

    Study details aspects of early care improvements after publication of SVS...

    TRIOMPHE

    Endospan completes enrolment of primary arm in TRIOMPHE IDE clinical study

    CVRx announces new CPT Category I codes for Barostim baroreflex activation...

    SVS member picks up prestigious American Heart Association accolade for scientific...

    Novel RCT framework set to improve design and reporting of endovascular...

    The Shockwave E8 experience: Featuring the new Shockwave peripheral IVL workhorse

    Pounce Thrombectomy Platform use in acute limb ischemia: Vascular surgeons weigh...

    Pulse IVL system US pivotal trial enrolls first patient

    Vascular Specialist–October 2024

    ‘Investing in the people of vascular surgery’

    Contego Medical’s Neuroguard IEP system receives US FDA approval for carotid...

    VenaCore device offers long-awaited interventional solution for challenging venous occlusions

    Laser atherectomy redefined: Breakthrough 355nm technology opens next frontier in treatment

    Research suggests potential link between strenuous physical activity and increased VTE...

    Bioprosthetic venous valve imparts sustained clinical improvement at one year regardless...

    InspireMD receives IDE approval from FDA for CGUARDIANS II pivotal trial

    Smoking: BEST-CLI trial points to protective effect against MALE in those...

    A team sport: A prescription for the future of vascular surgery

    Medinol announces first-in-human implantation of drug-eluting peripheral stent in Australia

    Carotid intervention linked to improved survival versus medical management in symptomatic...

    Cook Medical creates custom-made aortic device for fenestrated FET procedure

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    Surmodics receives FDA 510(k) clearance for Pounce XL thrombectomy system

    Novel AI-assisted DVT diagnostic pathway aims to ‘democratize’ point-of-care ultrasound

    SVS president champions continuity, collaboration and unified future

    APDVS launches vascular surgery curriculum e-book for medical students

    Government Grand Rounds: A call to action for the 119th Congress

    The CLTI conundrum: My spirited journey through the CLTI saga

    SVS encourages participation in compensation survey

    SVS empowers surgeons with patient-reported outcomes toolkits

    SVS disseminates educational needs assessment survey to members

    Are we overtreating aortic aneurysms in the elderly?

    Eastern Vascular Society presidency transfers from Ozsvath to Lal

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    Boston Scientific completes acquisition of Silk Road Medical

    SVS announces merger creating Section on Ambulatory Vascular Care

    Abou-Zamzam assumes Western Vascular Society reins

    Wrapsody WAVE trial demonstrates superior patency versus standard of care in...

    Philips announces FDA approval for enhanced LumiGuide guidewire, marks 1000th patient...

    Our patients need more Spanish-speaking vascular surgeons: An argument for medical...

    VQI analysis of CLTI practice following BEST-CLI finds no pick up...

    SVS task force assesses progress made, remaining gaps in optimal board...

    Muck takes over Midwestern Vascular Surgical Society presidency

    Pilot study looks at undiagnosed vascular disease in homeless

    Argon Medical announces launch of peripheral venous thrombectomy system

    Former SVS president named chair of AAMC board of directors

    New OBL column to launch in October issue

    ‘Select CLTI patients may be safely treated in the office-based lab’

    Vascular Specialist–September 2024

    Shockwave Medical expands US peripheral IVL portfolio with enhanced catheter

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    SVS president convenes 2024 Executive Board retreat

    Study sheds light on vascular-specific advanced practice provider experience

    Being a vascular nurse: Notes from SVN president ahead of Vascular...

    SVS Vascular Quality Initiative launches Carotid Care Quality Champion program

    Stepping up for vascular health: Challenge commences

    Koya Medical announces full results from TEAYS study of Dayspring device

    VVT Medical receives endorsement letter from AVF on CPT coding guidance...

    Submit session proposals for VAM 2025

    SVS Executive Board accelerates strategic priorities

    SVS calls for nominations

    ‘Night at the Museum’

    In transition: SVS Young Surgeons achieve full section status

    SVS’ inaugural leadership and advocacy conference

    Decoding differences for proper billing and reimbursement

    Auryon

    AngioDynamics announces CE mark approval in Europe for the Auryon system

    The good, the bad and the bloody: Reflections on the road...

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    Study: Social support associated with better PAD health outcomes

    Who’s covering second? Rogue hospital human resource departments

    New ESC guidelines combine peripheral arterial and aortic diseases for first...

    First-in-human study of SonoThrombectomy system completed

    Inari Medical updates ClotTriever XL IFU amid FDA recall notice

    SCVS issues call for abstracts as deadline approaches for 2025 symposium

    Eastern Vascular Society set to stage day of service during 2024...

    SVS Foundation’s Step at VAM challenge raises more than $30,000

    SVS sets modest dues increase to drive enhanced member benefits

    ‘Choosing the right devices for the right patients’: Surgeon-scientist secures NIH...

    Physician-modified endografts ‘safe and effective’ for thoracoabdominal and complex AAA repair

    Vascular Specialist–August 2024

    SCOREPAD seeks to address ‘alarmingly high’ mortality in CLTI patients with...

    Survey of off-label treatment of complex repair pinpoints factors behind underreported...

    Societies seek consensus on NIVL management amid ‘paucity of rigorous data’

    SVS urges revisions for independent cardiology certification board

    Centerline Biomedical receives FDA 510(k) clearance for new IOPS Viewpoint catheter

    Vascular Therapies completes enrollment in the ACCESS 2 study

    SVS History Work Group’s landmark project culminates in new book

    Silk Road celebrates milestone of 100,000 TCAR procedures

    CIRSE begins CALCIO trial enrolment for treatment of CLTI with Shockwave...

    Thrombolex and Aidoc announce strategic partnership to advance breakthrough PE treatment

    tcar restenotic carotid lesions

    CEA and TCAR should be ‘first-line’ interventions for weekend carotid revascularization,...

    Machine learning-based model could aid in determining EVAR suitability

    One-year STRIDE study data show ‘meaningful’ limb salvage, mortality and QoL...

    PRESERVE II trial shows robust five-year outcomes

    ‘Well, here we are—but right now I wish I wasn’t’: Early-career...

    SVS Annual Business Meeting showcases 2024 Foundation award recipients

    SVS Women’s Section delves into vascular trauma treatment intricacies amid ‘paucity...

    Vascular care is a ‘team sport’ founded on infrastructure, personnel and...

    Corner Stitch: Navigating pregnancy as a vascular surgery trainee

    Government Grand Rounds: The role of stakeholders in legislative and administrative...

    Exploring the effectiveness of Topical Wound Oxygen therapy in diabetic foot...

    Acellular tissue-engineered vessel granted FDA Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy designation for...

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    Life Seal Vascular awarded NSF SBIR grant to advance sac management...

    VAM 2024 recordings available now

    SVS Foundation board welcomes new members

    Beyond private equity: A new sheriff in town

    Grasping the nettle: The need to tackle PAD problem head on...

    A calling seeded in childhood: Uniting vascular surgery for the betterment...

    Vascular Specialist–July 2024

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    Sonovein FDA pivotal study treatments completed: Theraclion reaches key milestone on...

    ATEV

    Humacyte’s ATEV granted FDA Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy designation for advanced...

    Walk for PAD awareness this September

    Pick up VESAP6

    Smoking cessation remains a ‘ripe target’ for improved medication adherence in...

    SVS raises alarm over healthcare consolidation in comments to FTC, DOJ,...

    Incentives and coaching offer promise for improving supervised exercise therapy completion...

    Gore announces first commercial implant of Gore Tag thoracic branch endoprosthesis...

    VAM 2024: Paper exploring stroke rates in arch TEVAR emerges as...

    Endovascular CFA treatment associated with increased rate of long-term CFA-specific reintervention,...

    New data on TAMBE outcomes in complex aortic aneurysms revealed

    Patient selection may explain ‘counterintuitive’ relationship between carotid stenting volume and...

    TCAR and endarterectomy both ‘reasonable’ but stenting linked to worse outcomes...

    Linda Harris elected SVS vice president

    Young vascular surgeons on the PAD frontier: ‘This is the time...

    ‘Implementation of EPAs marks a paradigm shift in how we prepare...

    SOOVC outlines strides made to provide platform for surgeons conducting research...

    Leaders in their field: SVS bestows two awards for lifetime achievement

    Women’s Section to place a lens over vascular trauma

    Zenith iliac branch graft ‘durable and highly effective’ in PRESERVE II...

    Early vascular evaluation can ‘significantly supplement’ wound healing and limit resource...

    Vascular Specialist@VAM Conference Edition 3

    New comparative study shows no differences between HeRO and fAVG

    ‘We are in this together’: SVS president set to issue call...

    outpatient

    The shift to outpatient care: ‘A good business plan is mandatory’

    Early vascular evaluation can ‘significantly supplement’ wound healing and limit resource...

    The Colombian Chapter strategy: ‘We’ve got to get the word out’

    Chickasaw Nation study exemplifies how diversity can boost patient access to...

    Karith Foster presents vision on how to transform diversity at VAM...

    Vascular community embraces learning from past operating room experiences in ‘My...

    ‘Remarkable’ variation in international vascular care calls for better adherence to...

    Navigating clinical guidelines discrepancies between SVS, ESVS patients

    Overcoming barriers and finding solutions for diabetes-related amputations among underserved populations

    SVN wraps conference with joint PA section programming

    Sex-based analysis finds BEST-CLI data generalizable to female patients

    Vascular community has a role to play in ensuring safety of...

    Attendees welcomed to ‘more inclusive, more innovative, and more educational’ VAM

    Full smorgasbord of vascular surgery to be showcased during Friday’s International...

    Vascular Specialist@VAM Conference Edition 2

    Toe and flow session aims to break down barriers to multidisciplinary...

    Sex-based analysis finds BEST-CLI data generalizable to female patients

    TCAR and endarterectomy both ‘reasonable’ but stenting linked to worse outcomes...

    Patient selection may explain ‘counterintuitive’ relationship between carotid stenting volume and...

    One-year results confirm safety and efficacy results of conformable AAA device...

    Community affairs: Optimizing, protecting and enhancing clinical practice

    Vascular surgery trainees face the future armed similarly with both open...

    Radiation safety session seeks to address variability and improve access to...

    APP united: Society for Vascular Nursing and SVS PA Section to...

    Analysis will kickstart conversation on F/BEVAR outcomes

    Artificial intelligence: Breakfast session explores opportunities and risks for vascular surgery

    Pediatric vascular trauma: ‘Collaboration really matters in this space’

    Endovascular CFA treatment associated with increased rate of long-term CFA-specific reintervention,...

    Unmet needs and paradigm shifts: VESS scientific sessions set to plumb...

    Toe and flow session aims to break down barriers to multidisciplinary...

    SVS, AVF bring the latest innovations in venous disease treatment to...

    Data and discussion forefront carotid session at ‘pivotal moment’

    VAM 2024: Putting out the fires of intraoperative vascular emergencies

    Vascular-VP: ‘The blueprint for what a quality vascular program should look...

    Welcome to VAM 2024!

    Vascular Specialist@VAM Conference Edition 1

    Drilling down on the roots of pathologic inflammation and wound healing...

    SVS resident and student program boosts interest in vascular surgery amid...

    Rutherford lecture at world federation session set to feature vascular low...

    Dedicated session offers insight on ebbs and flows of SVS, ESVS...

    Pediatric vascular care in focus: Raising awareness of supportive care processes

    Pushing the boundaries of vascular care: VQI meeting kicks off at...

    VAM 2024: Presidential welcome

    boston scientific

    Boston Scientific announces agreement to acquire Silk Road Medical

    Verified vascular! Quality care in vascular disease

    VasQ: The next standard-of-care innovation

    CEA vs TCAR: Surgeons should be familiar with both procedures and...

    VAM 2024: Enhancing clinical practice and patient interaction in CLTI

    SVS launches registration for 3rd annual CPVI Skills Course

    ‘The forgotten stepchild of vascular surgery’: The quest to push forward...

    First post-FDA approval implant of Duo venous stent system announced

    AVS receives IDE approval from FDA for pivotal intravascular lithotripsy study

    Vascular Specialist–June 2024

    VAM 2024: Changes to carotid stenting landscape in United States set...

    From the editor: House of Cards

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    pMAC

    BEST-CLI and the BASIL trials: Motion sees audience move in favor...

    Shape Memory Medical announces first patient treated in the AAA-SHAPE randomised...

    Aspirex achieves 78% two-year primary patency rate in P-MAX postmarket observational...

    Choosing the right venous stent for the right situation

    When are lymphedema pumps the answer?

    Tackling inequities in venous care

    Register for 2024 Vascular Health Step Challenge at VAM

    The role of deep venous arterialization comes under scrutiny

    UK-COMPASS: Aortas, open surgical skills and gratitude

    FastWave Medical announces successful 30-day first-in-human data on peripheral IVL technology

    SVS approves FY 2024-2025 budget, sets priorities

    APDVS says goodbye to two long-term leaders during spring meeting

    SVS Foundation awards announced

    ‘I’m a big fan of firsts’: Nationally renowned speaker on DEI...

    ‘What if we could translate the most durable Dacron repair into...

    LINC 2024: C-GUARDIANS data represent lowest event rates in published trials...

    PAD guideline update from ACC, AHA and others centers multispecialty care

    We are not ‘and vascular’: SVS set to launch ambitious new...

    Studies highlight need for tailored treatment options for women with peripheral...

    Lightning Bolt 7 ‘stands alone’ in aspiration thrombectomy for acute limb...

    ‘We need to continue to be deliberate’: Dedicated society for women...

    Vascular Specialist–May 2024

    The Thompson Retractor OneFrame System: A ‘complete partner’ for aortic aneurysm...

    ‘Who let a vascular surgeon in the room?’: Leadership in the...

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    US FDA approves expanded indication for Gore Excluder conformable device

    JVS-VL papers go under the microscope

    New randomised data show cyanoacrylate glue performs strongly on patient satisfaction

    CMS considers new approaches to quality payment program with MVPs

    SVS membership empowers surgeons in and out of the OR

    End of an era: Schanzer and Robinson leave legacy of VAM...

    Vascular surgery Entrustable Professional Activities available to view

    The ability of ChatGPT to further patient education and aid surgeons

    Statewide performance metric ‘profoundly’ increases rate of EVAR surveillance

    technology

    Springtime in the world of vascular training

    Abbott’s Esprit BTK scaffold system given US FDA approval for CLTI...

    Interim analysis provides early window into real-world Alto stent graft outcomes

    Questions linger: BASIL-3 does not find for drug-eluting technologies for CLTI

    Prosthetic valve implantation shows “vast” improvements in deep chronic venous insufficiency

    Penumbra announces FDA clearance of Lightning Flash 2 for the treatment...

    CX united: Vascular world set to converge with challenging cases

    Paclitaxel controversy: Yes, device restrictions did cause harm

    SVS launches Vascular Board Certification Model Task Force

    SVS announces candidates for 2024–25 vice president

    Latest iteration of SVS program seeks to help foster development of...

    The power of grassroots and grasstops advocacy

    Research provides ‘stepping stone’ for future application of AI in vascular...

    Physician-assembled unitary stent graft platform for debranched TAAA repair found safe...

    How intersociety collaboration to promote private practice could help vascular surgery...

    Bad reading: How to claw back negative revenue?

    Study details link between increased functional status and improved survival in...

    Greenhalgh legacy set to continue at CX 2024

    Increasing access and decreasing scientific bias: How open access is changing...

    Vascular Specialist–April 2024

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    FlowTriever device found to dramatically improve breathing among intermediate-risk acute pulmonary...

    Novel ultrasound-facilitated thrombectomy with microbubbles shows promise in acute porcine model...

    Johnson & Johnson to acquire Shockwave Medical

    New data show single-session Indigo aspiration system without overnight thrombolytics is...

    SVS announces VAM keynote speaker series

    Study hints at long-term cost-effectiveness of CDT and PMT over oral...

    Getinge and Cook Medical enter US commercial distribution agreement for iCast...

    First-in-human study of Pounce thrombectomy system in acute iliofemoral DVT demonstrates...

    Endovascular showdown: CX 2024 sets the stage for BASIL-3 first-time data...

    FDA Breakthrough Device designation granted for DynamX BTK for use in...

    Personalized, precision medicine is key to the future of aortic repair

    Bentley, Cook Medical enter US distribution agreement for BeBack device

    SCVS 2024: Bismuth becomes 2024–25 Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery president

    Hans-Henning Eckstein: 1955–2024

    First patient enrolled in IDE study of Aquedeon Medical’s Duett vascular...

    Florida IDE trial data support use of physician-modified F/BEVAR over open...

    Ruth Bush takes over as AVF president in Tampa

    Purchase tickets for SVS Foundation Gala’s ‘Night at the Museum’

    Gain discount on premier vascular review resources

    SVS seeks nominations for vice president

    SVS invites new compensation study participation, former participants to update information

    Multi-society PAD Pulse Alliance aims to highlight importance of patient education

    VRIC 2024 to hear from leading light on role of immunity...

    New data underscore physician experience levels required to derive benefit from...

    US FDA Breakthrough Device designation granted for Biotronik’s Freesolve BTK resorbable...

    Vascular external support system use found to boost key functional outcomes...

    VAM abstract submissions hit near-historic high

    Medical students advocate for women’s vascular health

    I’m just a bill: An overview of health-related committees on Capitol...

    Grit: The value of growth mindset and persistence as a vascular...

    The devil we don’t know: The case against private equity in...

    Kurt S. Schultz

    Longer fasting before venography appears to impact stent size selection, new...

    Vascular surgery resident reflects on Match Day experience

    New analysis points to lack of vascular surgical voices in news...

    Tackling DVT head on: Single-session, wall-to-wall thrombus removal with the ClotTriever...

    Vascular Specialist–March 2024

    IVUS use in claudicants not associated with improved outcomes, claims data...

    CLOUT registry: Interim two-year rates of PTS ‘significantly lower’ than those...

    Single-center analysis suggests improved longer-term outcomes with endarterectomy versus TCAR

    ISC 2024 examines TCAR ‘explosion’ alongside advances in intensive medical therapy

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    AVF 2024: Outgoing president addresses history, future direction of American Venous...

    Non-pneumatic compression device performed better than advanced pneumatic compression for lower...

    Adoption of AI into workflow associated with faster time to assessment...

    VESS 2024: Determining success in vascular surgery across the generations

    Frank J. Veith joins ViTAA Medical Solutions’ board of directors

    Detour

    Endologix initiates postmarket study of the Detour system

    EACTS and STS guidelines recognize aorta ‘as an organ in its...

    FORS-powered LumiGuide 3D imaging technology is rolled out at specialized centers...

    IVC filters

    U.S. study highlights racial and ethnic disparities in the placement of...

    Mechanical thrombectomy demonstrates superior outcomes to anticoagulation in DVT patients, analysis...

    Large administrative databases enter crosshairs as comparative analysis shows percutaneous mechanical...

    Nitinol stents placed in iliac veins “not associated with prolonged back...

    Consortium led by vascular surgeon-scientist secures $6.4 million funding to develop...

    VAM 2024 pricing now available

    New editorial team selected for Rutherford’s 12th edition

    JVS group open-access papers

    JVS-CIT releases special issue on genetic arteriopathy

    Audible Bleeding podcast expands horizons with new senior editor

    Budget neutrality and code valuation basics

    ‘Where are you from? Where are you really from?’

    As temporal trends in hemodialysis access creation emerge, notion of AV...

    Vascular Verification Program green-lights first three outpatient centers

    Landmark BEST-CLI trial gains recognition as top cardiovascular advance in 2023

    AAA and complex repair: ‘We need more evidence,’ says UChicago chief

    Fifth edition of SVS leadership program reaches capacity

    A proposal to save vascular surgery

    Trial assessing AI-powered tissue microsensor technology in PAD begins enrollment

    More than half of medical students altered Match ranking order after...

    Vascular Specialist–February 2024

    ‘Voices of Vascular’ campaign celebrates diversity for Black History Month

    SVS webinar aims to tackle upcoming changes to CMS reporting requirements

    Make a ‘PLAN’ for CLTI by tuning into new webinar

    Breakthrough Device designation granted for Efemoral scaffold system designed to treat...

    SAVS 2024: A journey to the heart of DEI like no...

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    Re-evaluating aortoiliac endarterectomy: Case series shows ‘acceptable durability’

    ‘Get a Pulse on PAD’: Multi-society public awareness campaign launched

    Measuring plaque inflammation via SCAIL scores may improve carotid stenosis risk...

    UK MHRA update: Paclitaxel-coated device increased mortality risk is withdrawn for...

    Serration angioplasty associated with reduced recoil in infrapopliteal arteries compared with...

    Giving Tuesday brings in five-figure sum

    Redemption through perseverance

    SVS launches VESAP6 presales in January with discount

    SVS points to 2023 achievements, challenges in coming year

    First patient enrolled in HERCULES randomized trial comparing ESAR and EVAR

    Could metformin be first-ever medical treatment that is effective at managing...

    How the best leaders ensure psychological safety at work

    First patient treated in ZFEN+ fenestrated endovascular graft study

    SVS seeks volunteers for open committee slots

    Mentor Match available for all SVS members

    SOOVC releases handbook for outpatient care

    Viabahn VBX stent graft receives FDA approval

    Endospan releases early TRIOMPHE IDE study results at Society of Thoracic...

    Southern Vascular elects first woman president-elect

    Beyond ‘do better’: New year reflections from a vascular surgery trainee

    Gore receives FDA approval for breakthrough endovascular device in complex aortic...

    ESVS 2024 clinical practice guidelines on the management of abdominal aortoiliac...

    Coding: Increasing complexity and lost RVUs—a drop in the ocean?

    Midterm CARAS study results show cerebral ischaemic event incidence “should not...

    University of Pittsburgh awards $100,000 grant to SVS member for AI-based...

    International collaboration unveils updated PAD guidelines in diabetic foot ulcers

    First procedures announced in study of novel peripheral IVL system

    New Florida vascular chief sets vision aimed at improving outcomes through...

    First patients enrolled in VBX FORWARD clinical study

    Vascular Specialist–January 2024

    U.S. Aortic Research Consortium maps out F/BEVAR preoperative risk factors for...

    The utility of renal stenting in hemodialysis patients: One in five...

    BEST-CLI: A year down the road

    No increased risk of complications found with transradial access for carotid...

    FDA approves ENGULF US pivotal trial of Hēlo thrombectomy system

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    SCAI, SIR, SVS jointly publish proceedings from multispecialty peripheral IVUS roundtable

    Why should SVS members respond when they receive an invitation to...

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    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services grants Transitional Pass-Through payment for...

    VAM travel scholarships open doors for underrepresented medical students

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    Corner Stitch: On the vascular trainee opportunities on the conference calendar

    Yao family and SVS Foundation establish James S.T. Yao Resident Research...

    Nominations open for 2024 SVS Excellence in Community Practice Award

    First patient treated in ARISE II study of ascending stent graft

    Personalized postoperative anticoagulation needed to curb lower-limb amputations

    JVS-VL to be open access beginning in January

    SVS members pitch in to help patients kick the smoking habit

    Ego, logistics, money: Overcoming barriers to a successful wound care program

    Society for Vascular Surgery addresses latest mainstream media reports on atherectomy

    Carotid stenting rebuttal: Those who live in glass houses…

    SVS receives CMSS grant to advance diagnostic excellence

    Humacyte submits Biologics License Application to FDA seeking approval of Human...

    Less vain and more vein: Evaluating the perceptions of venous disease...

    ‘There is no reliable way to measure carotid stenosis—methods have changed...

    Need for ‘clear, well-defined guidelines’ in patient selection for surgical implantation...

    SVS

    Bylaws referendum approved by SVS voting members

    SVS makes fresh call for active participation in compensation survey

    Changing course: The natural history of tibial claudication comes under scrutiny...

    Enrollment complete in APEX-AV study of mechanical aspiration system for acute...

    Vascular Specialist–December 2023

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    Intravenous anesthesia delivery during varicose vein treatment proves safe and reduces...

    VOYAGER PAD analyses shed light on use of rivaroxaban in high-risk...

    VRIC submissions are now open

    SVS 2024 dues renewal deadline approaches

    TRANSCEND 36-month data “continue to demonstrate safe and effective performance” of...

    SVS announces leadership development program for vascular surgeons

    SVS Foundation gears up for Giving Tuesday

    SOOVC award initiatives offer opportunities to advance outpatient vascular care

    VAM abstract submissions window opens

    SVS Foundation step challenge helps place lens on ‘under-appreciation’ of country’s...

    Change: A driving force behind SVS advocacy initiatives

    The pulmonary arterial tree—it is time we branch out

    Twelve-month first-in-human data from Xeltis’ aXess haemodialysis vascular conduit trial presented...

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    Randomized trial set to elucidate value of image fusion technology for...

    Impact of the CMS proposed rule on the QPP for 2024

    SWING

    Two-year SWING data ‘continue to show promise’ for sirolimus DCB in...

    On gratefulness as a vascular surgery trainee

    Happiness

    Can you count the ‘monkeys’ on your back?

    Specialty representation at all levels of a healthcare organization is ‘increasingly...

    NIH-funded research on the use of AI in vascular surgery: A...

    SVS executive director elected to executive council of Council of Medical...

    Vascular Specialist–November 2023

    New survey shows transcarotid artery revascularization patients report faster recovery than...

    Cyclical-pressure Topical Wound Oxygen therapy emerges as a proven wound-healing device...

    Carotid disease: Getting to the right decision

    DETOUR1 and DETOUR2 pooled analysis of bypass system reveals primary rate...

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    PROMISE II 12-month data show durable outcomes with the LimFlow system...

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    LimFlow announces agreement to be acquired by Inari Medical

    Computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy system for patients with pulmonary embolism demonstrates ‘rapid,...

    SVS launches expansion of coding resources

    CLTI: European cohort study provides ‘strong positive evidence’ for surgery over...

    For Diabetes Month, diabetes resources for SVS members, patients

    Akura thrombectomy system for PE appears safe and demonstrates reduction of...

    No relationship found between DW-MRI lesions and long-term stroke risk following...

    Six-month outcomes from phase-one trial of anti-inflammatory drug to assess benefit...

    One-year CLOUT data demonstrate low rate of PTS following treatment with...

    New varicose vein management guidelines released

    SVS submits comment letter on Medicare fee schedule to CMS

    The ‘modern’ VA has made great strides with patient outcomes and...

    Government Grand Rounds: Opportunity knocks as Congressional ‘busy season’ beckons

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    SVS unveils proposal outlining changes to Society bylaws

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    REAL-PE demonstrates statistically significant lower major bleeding rates with Ekos system...

    Thrombolex announces new insights from the RESCUE trial with the Bashir...

    VAM 2024 gala set for chicago’s museum of science and industry

    Corner Stich: Bridging knowledge gaps and meeting new demands of vascular...

    Highlighting original work by women: Peer-review title blazes new trail in...

    Women’s champion: Freischlag marks out value of diversity and surgeons as...

    TCT 2023: LIFE-BTK breathes life into drug-eluting resorbable scaffolds in breakthrough...

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    TCT 2023: First presentation of complete patient-level dataset on paclitaxel and...

    Survey suggests venous work less valued than arterial interventions

    NESVS 2023: Cambria takes over as New England SVS president

    Prepare to submit research for VAM 2024

    Multicenter study points to favourable safety and efficacy of radial access...

    NESVS 2023: Novel IVC filter retrieval device slashes procedural time and...

    Vascular branding: Determining a vascular surgeon’s value

    SVS Foundation Board of Directors welcomes two new members to its...

    Vascular Health Step Challenge emerges as beacon of awareness and action

    SVS webinar covers insights learned from experiences of mass-casualty disasters

    CMS confirms broadened Medicare coverage of carotid artery stenting in final...

    Rates of stroke, death and myocardial infarction post-TCAR do not differ...

    SVS varicose vein guideline webinar set for Oct. 10

    From the editor: Sex, lies, and carotid stents

    Enrollment of first patient in Neuroguard carotid stent system trial announced

    Obituary: Roger M. Greenhalgh (Feb. 6, 1941–Oct. 6, 2023)

    Behind the procedure: Removing in-stent thrombosis with the RevCore Thrombectomy Catheter

    Vascular Specialist–October 2023

    EVS 2023: New data chart underrepresentation of women at the head...

    George Lavenson, Vietnam and Gulf War veteran, advocate for carotid disease...

    MVSS 2023: Human Acellular Vessel proves ‘safe, effective bypass conduit’ in...

    MVSS president outlines why vascular surgery is special and how ‘people...

    Expiation, Karl Wallenda, Oppenheimer and us

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    EVS 2023: Putting artificial intelligence to use in vascular practice

    WVS 2023: President emphasizes importance of ‘tolerance’ in vascular specialty

    JVS-VL peer-review title launches virtual special issue on diversity topics

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