Management issues for patients with coronary artery disease and heart failure.

abstract：:Systemic embolic complications in patients with cardiomyopathy are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Despite the lack of prospective, randomized control data, the literature supports the use of left ventricular ejection fraction as an important determinant of the need for systemic anticoagulation th...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Rho R,DeNofrio D,Loh E

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review summarises and discusses the epidemiological evidence suggesting a causal relationship between sleep duration and cardio-metabolic risk and outcomes in population. RECENT FINDINGS:Sleep duration is affected by a variety of cultural, social, psychological, behavioural, pathophysiological a...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Cappuccio FP,Miller MA

更新日期：2017-09-19 00:00:00

abstract：:The prevalence of atrial fibrillation increases significantly with age, affecting nearly 10 % of adults greater than 80 years of age. Complications from atrial fibrillation, including stroke, also increase with age. Medical therapy includes anticoagulation, ventricular rate control, and if symptoms persist, maintenanc...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Stepanyan G,Gerstenfeld EP

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Shared decision-making, central to evidence-based medicine and good patient care, begins and ends with the patient. It is the process by which a clinician and a patient jointly make a health decision after discussing options, potential benefits and harms, and considering the patient's values and preferences. Patient e...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Kambhampati S,Ashvetiya T,Stone NJ,Blumenthal RS,Martin SS

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This paper reviews the double-kiss crush (DK crush) technique in coronary artery bifurcation lesions. The technical aspects of the procedure and the clinical data supporting its use are summarized. RECENT FINDINGS:Randomized studies support the adoption of DK technique in complex bifurcation lesions for both l...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Lynn BS,Hermiller JB

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) are two important categories of AI algorithms. Nowadays, AI technology has been gradually applied to cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMRI), covering the fields of myocardial contrast enhancement (MCE) pattern and automatic ventricular segmentation. This...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Tang F,Bai C,Zhao XX,Yuan WF

更新日期：2020-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Aldosterone is the principal circulating mineralocorticoid in humans, and aldosterone synthesis normally occurs in the face of volume depletion and renin stimulation. In primary and secondary aldosteronism, aldosterone synthesis continues despite volume expansion and causes hypertension. Other steroid hormones that ar...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Auchus RJ

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Antiarrhythmic drugs are widely used, but are of modest efficacy and have important side effects. However, even with the advance of catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia, antiarrhythmic drugs remain an important tool for treating arrhythmias. Antiarrhythmic drug development has remained...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Kumar K,Zimetbaum PJ

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The present review aims to discuss the recent advances in surgical management of spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH), safety and efficacy of minimally invasive surgical techniques, and the existing evidence supporting their use. RECENT FINDINGS:Newer surgical techniques, collectively referred ...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Bhatia K,Hepburn M,Ziu E,Siddiq F,Qureshi AI

更新日期：2018-10-11 00:00:00

abstract：:On page 2 of the original publication, in the section on TTR Silencers dosing of patisiran in the APOLLO study was stated as being given every 3 months; this is inaccurate as patisiran was dosed every 3 weeks in the APOLLO study. ...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Hough A,Wearden J,de Almeida K,Kaiser S

更新日期：2020-09-28 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To examine the utility and methods of coronary artery disease (CAD) assessment in patients with new-onset heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) of unclear etiology. Moreover, we sought to review the role and techniques of assessing myocardial viability to guide coronary revascularizatio...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Kassab K,Kattoor AJ,Doukky R

更新日期：2020-07-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Therapy to prevent deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism remains essential for inpatients, despite short periods of bedrest and hospitalization. Although most available data pertain to surgical patients, subgroups of medical patients are at moderate, high, and very high risk for DVT. These include patien...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Shively BK

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Acute rejection is one of the most feared complications of cardiac transplantation. Developing non-invasive methods for detection and surveillance of acute rejection have long been a goal for post-transplant care. RECENT FINDINGS:Here, we will review molecular diagnostic tests that are currently in u...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Khush K,Zarafshar S

更新日期：2017-10-13 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Myocardial fibrosis (MF) arises due to myocardial infarction and numerous cardiac diseases. MF may lead to several heart disorders, such as heart failure, arrhythmias, and ischemia. Cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging techniques, such as late gadolinium enhancement (LGE) CMR, enable non-invasive ...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Zabihollahy F,Rajan S,Ukwatta E

更新日期：2020-06-19 00:00:00

abstract：:Fifty thousand Americans suffer an intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) annually, one third of whom die as a result. Poorly controlled hypertension is the most important risk factor for ICH. Over time it results in pathologic changes to small intracranial vessels, leading to their rupture. All stroke patients, including tho...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Tuhrim S

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe lipid abnormalities in diabetes, when they occur and the evidence base for lipid management with established and new drugs to prevent diabetes complications. We also discuss how to manage statin intolerance. RECENT FINDINGS:Statins remain first-line therapy in patients with diabetes, thou...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Sillars A,Sattar N

更新日期：2019-11-22 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF THE REVIEW:Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most frequent arrhythmia in the general population. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the psychological aspects of AF, compiling evidence from epidemiological, clinical, and basic research sources. RECENT FINDINGS:Findings from large-scale pop...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Ladwig KH,Goette A,Atasoy S,Johar H

更新日期：2020-09-10 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:While the safety and efficacy of percutaneous ASD closure has been established, new data have recently emerged regarding the negative impact of residual iatrogenic ASD (iASD) following left heart structural interventions. Additionally, new devices with potential advantages have recently been studied. ...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Wiktor DM,Carroll JD

更新日期：2018-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF THE REVIEW:Coronary artery disease is a major cause of mortality and morbidity in the world, and PCI and CABG account for over a million procedures performed annually in the USA. The goal of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) or coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is to achieve complete revasculariz...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Agrawal H,Teleb M,Lahsaei S,Carbajal L,Montanez R,Carrozza JP Jr

更新日期：2018-03-06 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To establish the actual role of CT in the growing field of transcatheter valve interventions (THV). RECENT FINDINGS:The development of empirical CT measurements, which are linked with outcomes. CT is a reliable technique for assessing risk and planning transcatheter valve interventions for mitral and...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Godoy M,Mugharbil A,Anastasius M,Leipsic J

更新日期：2019-11-25 00:00:00

abstract：:Conventional algorithms and noninvasive imaging tests for the identification of stable, hemodynamically significant coronary artery disease offer little insight into the detection of potentially vulnerable and inflamed coronary plaques, those most likely to rupture and cause acute coronary syndromes. Positron emission...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Rogers IS,Tawakol A

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Exercise training is beneficial in healthy adults as well as patients with acquired cardiovascular disease such as coronary artery disease and heart failure. While a reduced exercise capacity is common in adults with congenital heart disease, it is not clear if these patients stand to benefit from exercise training or...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Tutarel O,Gabriel H,Diller GP

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF THE REVIEW:The aim of this review was to discuss the role of cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) for the prognostic stratification of cardiomyopathies, highlighting strengths and limitations. RECENT FINDINGS:CMR is considered as a diagnostic pillar in the management of non-ischemic cardiomyopathies. Over the l...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Grigoratos C,Todiere G,Barison A,Aquaro GD

更新日期：2020-06-19 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Acute pulmonary embolism is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the USA and throughout the world. This review will summarize recent developments in short- and long-term mortality risk assessment after an acute pulmonary embolism. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent guidelines have emphasized risk stratifi...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Gupta R,Fortman DD,Morgenstern DR,Cooper CJ

更新日期：2018-10-11 00:00:00

abstract：:Gut microbiota has been recently established to have a contributory role in the development of cardiometabolic disorders, such as atherosclerosis, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. Growing interest has focused on the modulation of gut microbiota as a therapeutic strategy in cardiovascular diseases and metabolic disorders....

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Miele L,Giorgio V,Alberelli MA,De Candia E,Gasbarrini A,Grieco A

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the last several decades, significant advances and improvements in care of transplant patients have resulted in markedly improved outcomes. A number of options are available for patients with advanced cardiopulmonary dysfunction requiring transplantation. There is a debate about when isolated heart or isolated lu...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Idrees JJ,Pettersson GB

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Noninvasive cardiac imaging techniques have made a striking impact on the evaluation and management of pericardial disorders. Two-dimensional and Doppler echocardiography are the methods of choice in the evaluation of pericardial effusion and cardiac tamponade. Magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, and tran...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Karia DH,Xing YQ,Kuvin JT,Nesser HJ,Pandian NG

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Revascularization in stable ischemic heart disease (SIHD) is indicated in patients on optimal medical therapy with angina and/or demonstrable ischemia and a significant stenosis in one or more epicardial coronary arteries. Angiography alone, however, cannot accurately determine the hemodynamic significance of coronary...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Parikh V,Agnihotri K,Kadavath S,Patel NJ,Abbott JD

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recurrent pericarditis is one of the most troublesome complications of pericarditis occurring in about one third of patients with a previous attack of pericarditis. The pathogenesis is presumed to be autoimmune and/or autoinflammatory in most cases. The mainstay of therapy for recurrences is physical restriction and a...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Imazio M,Adler Y,Charron P

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Congestive heart failure is increasing in prevalence in the United States, and associated morbidity and mortality remain high. Aggressive treatment of decompensated heart failure is associated with improved outcomes; however, therapies must be tailored to the presenting characteristics of each patient and most carry a...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Hiestand B,Abraham WT

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00