[Non-drug therapy of obesity].

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Serum cholesterol is positively associated with the risk of developing coronary heart disease. The aim of this study was to determine the relation between response of coronary arteries to ergonovine provocation and lipid profile in patients with nonsignificant coronary artery disease. PATIENTS A...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Nedeljkovic MA,Ostojic MC,Beleslin BD,Nedeljkovic I,Milic N,Vukcevic V,Stojkovic S,Saponjski J,Orlic D,Djordjevic-Dikic A,Stepanovic J,Giga V,Petrasinovic Z,Arandjelovic A,Beleslin B,Kanjuh V

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:New therapeutic options such as the highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) have significantly improved morbidity and mortality of HIV-infected patients. Consequently, age-related diseases become more manifest. In addition, HIV infection itself causes certain cardiovascular morbidity. Therefore, treatment of card...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Egger S,Drewe J

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Coronary stent implantation is currently performed in > 80% of percutaneous coronary interventions. Its main late complication is the development of in-stent restenosis (ISR), occurring in 10-80% of lesions treated in daily practice. The classification by Mehran et al. is most commonly used. Current therapeutic option...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Ong AT,Aoki J,McFadden EP,Serruys PW

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In congestive heart failure, acute administration of the converting enzyme inhibitor captopril leads to a decrease in arterial pressure, systemic vascular resistance, left ventricular filling pressure, and the end-diastolic volumes of both ventricles, as well as to an increase in cardiac index, stroke volume index, ri...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Massie BM,Kramer BL,Topic N

更新日期：1983-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Between 1975 and 1991, 5 patients were operated for traumatic tricuspid insufficiency. The patients, all male, with the age at surgery of 15 to 61 years (mean 39 years), suffered previous nonpenetrating trauma to the chest 0.1 to 23 years (mean 13.2 years) earlier. Symptoms were known for 0 to 18 years (mean 10.5 year...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Holper K,Hähnel C,Augustin N,Meisner H

更新日期：1996-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite all advances in the diagnostic and therapy of cardiovascular diseases the mortality from malignant ventricular tachyarrhythmias is still a major health problem. In addition to established therapeutic strategies in the prevention of sudden cardiac death such as antiarrhythmic drug treatment, catheter ablation o...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Neuzner J,Pitschner HF,Schlepper M

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The tricuspid valve and the right ventricle are hemodynamically closely related. Pathological changes of the valve or of the ventricle itself and also various diseases beyond that can result in a downward spiral of mutual interference, which is of prognostic importance for the patient. The development of a functional ...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Edel C,Erbel R,Budde T

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Studies focusing on the relationship between calcified lesions and adverse outcomes in the drug-eluting stent (DES) era have presented inconsistent conclusions. The aim of this study was to assess the association between target lesion calcification and adverse outcomes in patients undergoing DES implantation...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Huang BT,Huang FY,Zuo ZL,Liu W,Huang KS,Liao YB,Wang PJ,Peng Y,Zhang C,Zhao ZG,Huang DJ,Chen M

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The 4th edition of the Universal Definition of Myocardial Infarction (MI) recommends measurement of cardiac troponin (cTn) T or I for the diagnosis of MI due to their absolute cardiac tissue specificity. In this MI definition, values exceeding the 99th percentile of a healthy reference population distinguish between d...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Giannitsis E,Gopi V

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 190 patients, 208 "screw-in" type pacemaker leads were implanted; 147 in the right ventricle and 61 in the right atrium. There was no significant difference in the time required for atrial (54.7 +/- 19 min) or ventricular fixation (56.0 +/- 25 min). Similarly, fluoroscopy times for both atrial (6.3 +/- 4 min) and v...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Machraoui A,Schött D,Ong TS,Straub H,Jaedicke W,Barmeyer J

更新日期：1981-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atrial fibrillation represents the most common form of clinical arrhythmia in daily routine. However, current therapeutic options are still limited and a better understanding of the underlying molecular mechanisms is expected to contribute to the development of new therapeutic strategies. The scientific field of micro...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Wakili R,Clauß S,Kääb S

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is an increasing prevalence of older adults (> 65 years) with hypertension and the need for antihypertensive medication. It is well established that elderly hypertensive patients benefit from drug treatment with regards to cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Due to the comorbidity and reduced quali...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Michalsen A,Wenzel RR,Mayer C,Broer M,Philipp T,Dobos GJ

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the clinical management of patients with valvular heart disease, transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) combined with Doppler has become the central diagnostic tool during the past decades. The development of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) has led to an improved image quality especially of structures distant ...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Niedermeyer J,Daniel WG

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In primary prevention, traditional risk factors are a useful first step in determining who is at cardiovascular risk, however, it has been noted that a considerable number of those at risk cannot be identified on the basis of traditional risk factors alone. Among blood biomarkers, C-reactive protein (CRP), measured by...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Karakas M,Koenig W

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To provide an overview of our experience with percutaneous balloon valvuloplasty in aortic stenosis, the results obtained in 218 patients have been analyzed. During the two years of its use, the technique of the procedure has been subsequently modified with increasing balloon diameters, initially 15 mm, 18 mm and then...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Cribier A,Letac B

更新日期：1988-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the last decade, epigenetics became one of the fastest growing research fields in numerous clinical and basic science disciplines. Evidence suggests that chromatin modifications (e.g., histone modifications and DNA methylation) as well as the expression of micro-RNA molecules play a crucial role in the pathogen...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Zimmer P,Bloch W

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiac contractility modulation (CCM) is a device therapy for patients with systolic heart failure. CCM therapy applies non-excitatory signals during the absolute refractory period of the heart cycle. It influences myocardial contractility by modulating the regulation of calcium cycling. CCM therapy has been proven t...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Tönnis T,Kuck KH

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To account for the current evidence in the field of infective endocarditis and to harmonize deviant national guidelines, in 2009 the European Society of Cardiology published novel recommendations on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infective endocarditis.The most important changes can be found concerning ant...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Plicht B,Erbel R

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atrial fibrillation (AF) is currently one of the major causes of ischemic stroke with an estimated stroke risk of 5% per year. Oral anticoagulation is an effective treatment for the reduction of stroke risk in patients with AF but is also associated with an increased risk of bleeding. In patients with AF it has been s...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Rillig A,Heeger CH,Kuck KH,Tilz RR

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Certification is a critical component of quality assurance in medicine. From the certification of individual persons, through units and up to whole hospitals, certification stimulates testing and optimization of treatment processes, thereby improving the quality of care. Minimum case numbers needed to acquire a certif...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Halbach M,Baldus S

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reducing cardiac mortality and improving quality of life are the main objectives of cardiac rehabilitation. In recent years, outpatient rehabilitation within easy patient reach has achieved the same status as inpatient rehabilitation. Outpatient rehabilitation permits close involvement of the patient's family and soci...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Fischer HM,Charrier A,Dörr R,Spitzer SG

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIM OF THE STUDY:The predisposition to atrial fibrillation (AF) in mitral stenosis (MS) has been demonstrated with several electrocardiographic (increased P-wave dispersion) and echocardiographic parameters (atrial electromechanical delay). Despite the improvement in P-wave dispersion after percutaneous ...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Demirkan B,Guray Y,Guray U,Ege MR,Kisacik HL,Sasmaz H,Korkmaz S

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The polymer-free biolimus-A9 drug-coated stent (DCS) was reported to have superior safety and efficacy outcomes compared with a bare metal stent in the LEADERS FREE trial of high-bleeding-risk patients with acute coronary syndrome and on dual antiplatelet treatment (DAPT) for 1 month. The aim of this investi...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Lee DJH,Loh JKK,Jafary FH,Ho HH,Watson T,Stoll HP,Ong PJL

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Genetic testing plays an increasing role in cardiovascular medicine. Advances in technology and the development of novel and more affordable (high throughput) methods have led to the identification of genetic risk factors in research and clinical practice. Also, this progress has simplified the screening of patients a...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Trenkwalder T,Kessler T,Schunkert H

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is now generally recognized that atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory disease, characterized by overrecruitment of leukocytes (monocytes and T-cells) to the site of inflammation. Vascular injury in response to cardiovascular risk factors promotes endothelial dysfunction, resulting in enhanced adhesion molecule...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Steffens S,Mach F

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Limited data exist on bioresorbable scaffolds (BRS) in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). The aim of the present study was to evaluate novolimus-eluting BRS (DESolve) as interventional treatment for patients with ACS, and to compare its 12-month outcomes with the everolimus-eluting bioresorbable sc...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Nef HM,Wiebe J,Schmidt G,Möllmann H,Boeder NF,Dörr O,Bauer T,Blachutzik F,Liebetrau C,Elsässer A,Foin N,Hamm CW

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transcatheter procedures have been adopted as novel treatment strategy for patients with valvular heart disease, particularly for those who are inoperable or at high risk for surgical valve procedures. Significant technological advances have resulted in an improvement of devices for transcatheter aortic valve replacem...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Figulla HR,Lauten A

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cardiac involvement in Lyme disease, caused by the tick-borne spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi, has been reported to occur in 0.3-4 % of infected patients in Europe. Cardiac manifestations may include conduction disturbances, and also myocarditis, pericarditis, and left ventricular dysfunction. We investigate...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Karatolios K,Maisch B,Pankuweit S

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Germany, about 6,000 pregnancies in women with grown-up congenital heart disease or acquired valvular lesions are expected per year. The pregnancy-related physiology is characterized by a 50% increase in plasma volume and a 25% increase in erythrocyte volume. The cardiac output increases by 40% due to 30%...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Horstkotte D,Fassbender D,Piper C

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prevalence of overweight and obesity in children and adolescents is increasing. In Germany, 10-20% of children and youth are overweight and obese. Childhood obesity is associated with cardiovascular and other comorbidities. 25% suffer from arterial hypertension and/or hypercholesterolemia, 1% from diabetes mellitu...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Graf C,Dordel S,Tokarski W,Predel HG

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00