GE Healthcare announced the availability of the latest version of Centricity Cardiology CA1000 version 2.0, which provides unique tools for analysis, segmentation, measurements, annotation, filming and exporting of clinically relevant images.

ZOLL Medical Corp. has received FDA clearance to market and sell the ZOLL M Series with Real CPR Help technology. The device enables rescuers to instantly see and hear how well they are performing the rate and depth of CPR chest compressions. The M Series is the Company’s best-selling product to date. The approval extends Real CPR Help to ZOLL’s complete defibrillator product line.

Rcadia Medical Imaging Ltd., an Israel-based developer of novel computer-aided diagnostic software, has received FDA clearance to market its COR Analyzer I, which assists screening of triage patients for coronary artery disease.

The intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) is an minimally invasive technology designed to enhance blood flow to the heart and other organs for patients with diminished heart function.

MasterScreen CPX is a complete exercise test that includes a stress ECG option. Its digital TripleV-Volume Sensor complies with ATS criteria, performs without drift and is completely insensitive to moisture. It features a lightweight design (45g), minimal resistance to airflow, dead space of 30mL and it can be used for all patient populations.

The FDA has granted clearance to the Cordis Endovascular division of Cordis Corp. to market its PRECISE RX Nitinol Self-Expanding Stent and ANGIOGUARD RX Emboli Capture Guidewire System to treat clogged neck arteries. The approval was announced during the Arizona Heart Institute's International Congress on Endovascular Interventions in Scottsdale, AZ.

Patients can have their cardiac issues remotely monitored from locations across the country with the use of portable devices and telephone or Internet connections through Raytel Cardiac Services.