Why cardiologist evaluation matters after non-cardiac surgery

https://www.news-medical.net/news/20260203/Why-cardiologist-evaluation-matters-after-non-cardiac-surgery.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=cardiology_newsletter_8_february_2026 Many post-surgical heart injuries go unnoticed, but cardiologist input can change outcomes. In a recent study published in the European Heart Journal, researchers analyzed data from more than 1,000 patients who developed perioperative myocardial injury to explain the potential mortality benefits of including a cardiologist in non-cardiac procedures, particularly for high-risk patients.