http://www.acc.org/Feed?clinicalTopicID=d5530f71-91cc-4ae5-aa66-59220b9b68f8 Clinical Topic Feed: Implantable Devices en /Latest-in-Cardiology/Journal-Scans/2026/09/16/15/19/FinACAF Patients with atrial flutter only (AFL-only) had a 40% lower risk of ischemic stroke than those with atrial fibrillation only (AFib-only), based on results from the FinACAF study published Sept. 3 in EHJ. 1789650840000 Articles and Stories /Latest-in-Cardiology/Articles/2026/09/15/13/24/accel-lite-15sep2026 In this episode, Clyde W. Yancy, MD, MACC and Rolf Wachter, MD discuss the results of “PVI-SHAM-AF: Pulmonary vein isolation versus SHAM in AF”. 1789479180000 Articles and Stories /Latest-in-Cardiology/Articles/2026/08/29/08/48/mon-902am-disco-laacs2-prague26-heartrunner-esc-2026 Hot Line studies from ESC Congress 2026 highlight the complexity of improving cardiovascular outcomes, with new evidence refining the role of immediate coronary angiography after cardiac arrest, identifying which patients benefit from left atrial appendage (LAA) closure during cardiac surgery, advancing treatment options for pulmonary embolism (PE), and questioning the impact of community first-responder activation on short-term cardiac arrest survival. 1788182580000 Articles and Stories /Latest-in-Cardiology/Articles/2026/08/29/08/48/mon-315am-comboep-esc-2026 Three Hot Line trials from ESC Congress 2026 – ASPIRED, DANISH-CRT, and His-Alternative II – test 14-day ECG monitoring in patients with unexplained syncope, compare cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) modalities, and assess targeted left ventricular lead placement at the site of latest electrical activation in patients with heart failure and prolonged QRS. 1788168300000 Articles and Stories /Latest-in-Cardiology/Articles/2026/08/24/12/30/sat-1215pm-innovation-esc-2026 As digital health moves from promise to practice, several studies presented during a Hot Line Session at ESC Congress 2026 demonstrate how technology can accelerate the implementation of guideline-directed cardiovascular care. From digital strategies that support uptake of SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with heart failure (HF) to remotely delivered exercise programs, targeted outreach to improve statin adherence, and virtual e-health systems for ICD management, these investigations highlight the growing role of technology in optimizing patient care and outcomes. 1788020160000 Articles and Stories /Latest-in-Cardiology/Articles/2026/08/26/17/59/Advocacy-in-Sports-Cardiology Advocacy has become an increasingly important component of sports cardiology. As public attention surrounding sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in athletes continues to grow, sports cardiologists are often asked to engage beyond the clinic by helping shape policies related to cardiovascular (CV) screening, emergency preparedness, and access to life-saving interventions. 1787853300000 Articles and Stories /Latest-in-Cardiology/Articles/2026/08/26/13/33/eagles-eye-view-26aug2026 In this week’s View, Dr. Eagle looks at the relationship between lower cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and higher coronary artery calcium scores (CAC) and later-life dementia. 1787751300000 Articles and Stories /Latest-in-Cardiology/Journal-Scans/2026/08/17/20/17/State-of-the-Art-Review A recent State-of-the-Art Review published in JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology introduces "sports electrophysiology" as an emerging area within sports cardiology and offers practical guidance for electrophysiologists and cardiovascular clinicians caring for athletic patients with arrhythmias. 1787077560000 Articles and Stories /Latest-in-Cardiology/Articles/2026/08/12/20/15/ai-enabled-clinician-13aug2026 In this episode, Drs. Ami Bhatt, Rupal O’Quinn, and Leon Ptaszek delve into the role of consumer wearables in cardiovascular care. 1786636800000 Articles and Stories /Latest-in-Cardiology/Articles/2026/07/22/13/15/eagles-eye-view-22jul2026 In this week’s View, Dr. Eagle looks at age, body mass index (BMI), and cardiovascular outcomes after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). 1784726220000 Articles and Stories