The beta-adrenergic receptors.

abstract：:To assess the results of transluminal coronary angioplasty (TCA), 42 patients (mean age 50 years) with for coronary artery disease were investigated at rest and during exercise with the ECG (n = 40), thallium-201 myocardial scintigraphy (n = 23) and equilibrium-radionuclide ventriculography (n = 32). Each method of st...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Klepzig H Jr,Scherer D,Kober G,Maul FD,Kanemoto N,Standke R,Hör G,Kaltenbach M

更新日期：1981-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The expansion of the transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) indication towards patients with intermediate surgical risk (Ref. Society of Thoracic Surgeons, STS, score) was analyzed. The aim was to investigate if the complication rates particularly with respect to TAVR and surgical aortic valve replace...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Barth U

更新日期：2019-09-01 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：:We report the case of a patient with both a left bundle branch block-preexcited tachycardia using a Mahaim bundle and a tachycardia exhibiting a left bundle branch pattern without preexcited complexes related to an AV nodal reentrant tachycardia. Successful ablation of the nodoventricular tract was obtained in the pos...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Beurrier D,Brembilla-Perrot B,Bragard MF

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Routine determination of troponin levels is recommended for all patients with acute ischemic stroke. In 20-55% of these patients the troponin levels are elevated, which may be caused by ischemic as well as non-ischemic myocardial damage and particularly neurocardiogenic myocardial damage. In patients with acute ischem...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Kruska M,Fastner C,Scheitz JF,Kolb A,Rutsch M,Papavassiliu T,Borggrefe M,Alonso A,Akin I,Szabo K,Baumann S

更新日期：2020-07-06 00:00:00

abstract：:The progress in cardiology during the last 50 years can best be studied by looking at the diagnostics and treatment of patients with aortic valve stenosis. Previously, the clinical examination, electrocardiography (ECG) and chest X‑ray were used before heart catheterization, which included a transseptal puncture to co...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Erbel R

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although several classical studies seemed to provide clear ideas on the pathophysiology of atrial fibrillation, current concepts have to be modified on the basis of more recent findings. REENTRANT CIRCUITS:Based on the findings of Garrey and of Moe & Abildskov, atrial fibrillation has long been considered a...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Schoels W,Bauer A,Becker R,Senges JC,Voss F

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Geminin, a key regulator of DNA replication licensing in the cell cycle, plays an essential role in determining the fate of cells via suppression of cell proliferation and cellular differentiation. Neuropeptide Y (NPY) intensifies the proliferation of vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) directly by binding with Y1 re...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Liang SY,Zhou YL,Shu MQ,Lin S

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An electrophysiological study (EPS) and a programmed ventricular stimulation (PVS) are strongly recommended and clearly indicated before the implantation of a cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), if patients present with a cardiac arrest and no structural heart disease or a hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. In these patients ...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Bänsch D,Antz M

更新日期：2005-03-01 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：:Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide. Adherence to a healthy lifestyle lifelong is capable of significantly reducing the cardiovascular risk by up to 70% and is therefore a key component in primary prevention of cardiovascular disease. According to the European and American guidelines lifes...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Heinicke V,Halle M

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Unexplained sudden death in the young is cardiovascular in most cases. Structural and conduction defects in cardiac-related genes can conspire to underlie sudden cardiac death. Here we report a clinical investigation and an extensive genetic assessment of a Tunisian family with sudden cardiac death in young members. I...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Jaouadi H,Bouyacoub Y,Chabrak S,Kraoua L,Zaroui A,Elouej S,Nagara M,Dallali H,Delague V,Levy N,Benkhalifa R,Mechmeche R,Zaffran S,Abdelhak S

更新日期：2020-01-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Studies of the efficacy of molsidomine, previously performed on our service, demonstrated that a clear antianginal effect in the longterm treatment of angina pectoris could only be achieved with a regimen of the standard 2 mg dose when given six times daily. Consequently, since a mode of administration with a longer d...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Blasini R,Brügmann U,Rudolph W

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The guidelines on myocardial revascularization published in 2018 are a joint initiative of the European Society of Cardiology and the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery. To establish indications for myocardial revascularization by percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) or coronary artery bypass graftin...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Neumann FJ,Hochholzer W,Siepe M

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From April 1973 through March 1978, 34 patients with univentricular heart and outlet chamber underwent repair by septation of the ventricle. Three had normally related great arteries in which the pulmonary artery arose from the outlet chamber. Six patients had an anterior aorta arising from an anterior or right-sided ...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Danielson GK,McGoon DC,Maloney JD,Ritter DG

更新日期：1979-04-01 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：:Primary tumors of the great vessels are very rare. Primary leiomyosarcomas of the pulmonary vein are extremely rare and little is known about their clinical manifestation and treatment. We report the case of a 34-year-old patient with primary leiomyosarcoma of the pulmonary vein extending into the left atrium. A revie...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Hong SP,Choi JY,Son JY,Lee YS,Lee JB,Kim KS

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Endothelial dysfunction is involved in various aspects of vascular biology and different stages of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-containing protein (NOD) 2, a pivotal innate immune receptor for muramyl dipeptide (MDP), has been reported to be a central regulator in...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Kong LJ,Wang YN,Wang Z,Lv QZ

更新日期：2020-11-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent studies suggest that circulating progenitor cells contribute to the formation of new blood vessels in adults after tissue ischemia. The infusion of these progenitor cells was used as a therapeutic approach to increase vascularization. In several animal models, progenitor cells improved vascularization...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Walter DH,Dimmeler S

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The clinical syndrome of congestive heart failure can result from inadequate myocardial contraction (systolic myocardial failure), from pseudo-heart failure due to circulatory overload, or from failure of the ventricles to fill at low pressure (diastolic myocardial failure). The presence of systolic or diastolic heart...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Warren SE,Grossman W

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:The endothelial lining is a confluent monolayer of thin and rhomboid-shaped cells, that covers the inner surface of all blood vessels. However, the essential role of endothelial cells in all aspects of cardiovascular physiology, homeostasis and the pathogenesis of most cardiovascular diseases no ...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Wilhelmi M,Leyh R,Haverich A

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The post-cardiac transplantation patient is frequently debilitated as a result of "end-stage" heart disease and typically demonstrates muscle wasting, with a reduced work capacity, maximum heart rate and peak oxygen uptake. At submaximal effort perceived exertion and ventilation are higher, and the absolute ventilator...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Kavanagh T

更新日期：1991-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is a J-shaped correlation between the amount of alcohol consumed per day and overall mortality risk and an inverse correlation between the amount of alcohol consumed per day and cardiovascular mortality. The evidence is stronger for men than for women. The correlations are independent of the type of alcoholic be...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Flesch M,Morbach S,Erdmann E,Bulut D

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Implantable defibrillators (ICDs) have to be replaced after 4-6 years due to battery depletion. Therefore, 195-267 ICDs may be necessary for 100 ICD patients, if device longevity is 6 and 4 years, respectively. In Germany, 35% of all ICDs were replacements in 2003. The percentage of replacements will probably increase...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Bänsch D,Kuck KH

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postcardiac injury syndrome (PCIS) is an inflammatory complication that derives from injury to the epicardium, myocardium, or endocardium. It occurs after trauma, myocardial infarction, percutaneous coronary intervention, cardiac surgery, intracardiac ablation, and implantation of cardiac implantable electro...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Filbey K,Sedaghat-Hamedani F,Kayvanpour E,Xynogalos P,Scherer D,Meder B,Katus HA,Zitron E

更新日期：2020-11-01 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：:Interventional treatment of mitral insufficiency has recently become possible on a limited basis. The developed percutaneous procedures aim at minimizing the trauma in high-risk surgical candidates. Echocardiography has a major role in the preinterventional evaluation, during the interventional procedure, and in the p...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Hoffmann R,Altiok E

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Identification of familial forms of different diseases has provided a unique opportunity to study how changes in the structure of a gene create a dysfunction in the physiology of the resulting protein. Changes in the genes encoding for ion channels produce modifications in the function of the channel. Changes in the s...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Brugada J,Brugada R,Brugada P

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Short-term prognosis of patients with chest pain and angiographically smooth coronary arteries is good in terms of development of coronary events (fatal or nonfatal myocardial infarction, coronary death, new coronary heart disease), but long-term studies are rare. PATIENTS AND METHODS:185 consecutive patien...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Scholz M,Wegener K,Unverdorben M,Klepzig H

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Blood pressure, the central parameter in the diagnosis of arterial hypertension, is subject to a high degree of variability. The dilemma for the evaluating physician is that he has no true value for the resting blood pressure that is both comparable and reproducible. Reproducibility, however, is an essential requireme...

journal_title：Herz

authors： Franz IW

更新日期：1987-04-01 00:00:00