Bredemolic Acid Improves Cardiovascular Function and Attenuates Endothelial Dysfunction in Diet-Induced Prediabetes: Effects on Selected Markers.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Vitamin K antagonists, such as warfarin, are known to promote arterial calcification through blockade of gamma-carboxylation of Matrix-Gla-Protein. It is currently unknown whether other oral anticoagulants such as direct inhibitors of Factor Xa can have protective effects on the progression of aortic valve...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Rattazzi M,Faggin E,Bertacco E,Nardin C,Pagliani L,Plebani M,Cinetto F,Guidolin D,Puato M,Pauletto P

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) are standard procedures for dealing with severe aortic stenosis patients. Researchers have not carried out a systematic review of the volume-outcome relationship in TAVR and SAVR. Our study is intended to address this problem. W...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： He J,Zhang Z,Wang H,Cai L

更新日期：2020-04-18 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Rap1, a member of Ras superfamily of small GTP-binding proteins, is involved in cardiovascular biology in numerous ways. It is an evolutionary conserved regulator of adhesion, polarity, differentiation and growth. AIMS:Our aim was to analyze Rap1-activated rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) for...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Khan I,Ali A,Akhter MA,Naeem N,Chotani MA,Iqbal H,Kabir N,Atiq M,Salim A

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:The drug efficacy may differ among different statins, and evidence from head-to-head comparisons is sparse and inconsistent. The study is aimed at comparing the lipid-lowering/increasing effects of 7 different statins in patients with dyslipidemia, cardiovascular diseases, or diabetes mellitus by conducting s...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Zhang X,Xing L,Jia X,Pang X,Xiang Q,Zhao X,Ma L,Liu Z,Hu K,Wang Z,Cui Y

更新日期：2020-04-23 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:This study was designed to explore the mechanism of physiological ischemic training (PIT) on remote limbs, with a special focus on the potential role of endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), and nitric oxide (NO) in local ischemic myocardium. METHOD:Myocardial ischemia (MI...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Zheng Y,Xiao M,Li L,Li J,Reinhardt JD,Lu X

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The effectiveness of statin pretreatment in reducing the incidence of contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) has been examined in some observational and randomized studies, yielding controversial results. AIM:This study sought to evaluate the role of atorvastatin in prevention of CIN in diabetic patients with...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Shehata M,Hamza M

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Thrombocytopenia was intuitively considered to be associated with higher risk of bleeding and multiple comorbidities after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). However, controversial results exist, and the real-world clinical impact of thrombocytopenia in patients undergoing PCI is largely unknown. The ...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Chen Z,Liu Z,Li N,Liu R,Wang M,Wang D,Li C,Li K,Luo F,He Y

更新日期：2021-01-13 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The transplant vasculopathy as a sign of chronic graft rejection affects both the epicardial and the intramyocardial arteries of the graft. This is at least partially mediated by NO synthases. The aim of this study was to assess possible protective effects of cyclosporine A (CsA), tacrolimus (FK506), and myco...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Bogossian H,Frommeyer G,Ninios I,Bandorski D,Seyfarth M,Matzaroglou C,Lemke B,Eckardt L,Zarse M,Kafchitsas K

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is increasing evidence to suggest that chronic heart failure (CHF) is an insulin resistant (IR) state and that the degree of IR correlates with the severity and mortality of CHF. The pathophysiology of IR in CHF has yet to be fully defined. Additionally, it remains to be determined if IR is merely a marker refle...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Wong AK,AlZadjali MA,Choy AM,Lang CC

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Data evaluating the complications of pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) using second-generation cryoballoons (CB) related to different anticoagulation regimes are limited. This study evaluates the total complications and the impact of novel oral anticoagulants (NOACs) compared to phenprocoumon on adverse events in the ...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Koektuerk B,Turan CH,Yorgun H,Keskin K,Schoett M,Dahmen A,Gorr E,Yang A,Hoppe C,Horlitz M,Turan RG

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Options for a pharmacological cardioversion (CV) of short-duration atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients with a stable coronary artery disease (CAD) are limited to amiodarone or vernakalant. Antazoline has been reported to achieve high rates of AF conversion to sinus rhythm, but data on its effectiveness an...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Farkowski MM,Maciag A,Zurawska M,Kowalik I,Szwed H,Pytkowski M

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Bariatric surgery has emerged as a promising treatment option for weight loss and to counter the metabolic consequences of obesity. Obesity has been linked to a hyperaggregable state, as well as a blunted response to aspirin. This pilot study assessed the hypothesis that bariatric surgery would lead to an improvem...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Norgard NB,Monte SV,Fernandez SF,Ma Q

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Atherosclerosis (AS) is a common severe disease around the world. The merging paper reported that long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) took part in diversified pathological processes of AS, although the mechanism remains unknown. This study is aimed at uncovering the profile of lncRNA taurine-upregulated gene 1 (TU...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Tang Y,Hu J,Zhong Z,Liu Y,Wang Y

更新日期：2020-05-29 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Nonadherence to secondary preventative medications after stroke is common and is associated with poor outcomes. Numerous strategies exist to promote adherence. We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to describe the efficacy of strategies to improve adherence to stroke secondary prevention. MET...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Al AlShaikh S,Quinn T,Dunn W,Walters M,Dawson J

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The metabolic modulator trimetazidine (TMZ) has been suggested to induce a metabolic shift from myocardial fatty acid oxidation (FAO) to glucose utilization, but this mechanism remains unproven in humans. The oxidation of plasma derived FA is commonly measured in humans, whereas the contribution of FA from...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Bucci M,Borra R,Någren K,Pärkkä JP,Del Ry S,Maggio R,Tuunanen H,Viljanen T,Cabiati M,Rigazio S,Taittonen M,Pagotto U,Parkkola R,Opie LH,Nuutila P,Knuuti J,Iozzo P

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:This study aimed to assess prescribers' monitoring for arrhythmic risk with QT-prolonging medications (LQT drugs). METHODS:Over a 6-month period, all inpatients under the care of Cardiologists (Cohort A) and General Physicians (Cohort B) at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary who were prescribed drugs with known risk of Tor...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Choo WK,Turpie D,Milne K,Davidson L,Elofuke P,Whitfield J,Broadhurst P

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Left ventricular outflow tract obstruction (LVOTO) may complicate an episode of Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TTC), potentially leading to cardiogenic shock. Beta-blockers are considered the most suitable treatment for such complication. AIM OF THE STUDY:The objective of this study was to evaluate the hemodynam...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Santoro F,Ieva R,Ferraretti A,Fanelli M,Musaico F,Tarantino N,Martino LD,Gennaro LD,Caldarola P,Biase MD,Brunetti ND

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thrombus formation in a disrupted endothelium is influenced not only by the platelet redox state and reactive oxygen and nitrogen species but also by the presence of endogenous or exogenous antioxidants. Thrombus formation in the stenotic arteries is triggered predominantly by attenuated shear stress. Superoxide and n...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Chakrabarti S,Freedman JE

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The genetic causes of cholesterol metabolism disorders usually lead to premature atherosclerosis. The most well recognized genetically caused hypercholesterolemia is familial hypercholesterolemia. Although the disease is well known, as the discovery of low-density lipoprotein receptor, the classical treatment with lip...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Kolovou G,Vasiliadis I,Gontoras N,Kolovou V,Hatzigeorgiou G

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mode of death in chronic heart failure (CHF) may be of relevance to choice of therapy for this condition. Sudden death is particularly common in patients with early and/or mild/moderate CHF. β-Blockade may provide better protection against sudden death than ACE inhibition (ACEI) in this setting. METHODS:We ...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Krum H,van Veldhuisen DJ,Funck-Brentano C,Vanoli E,Silke B,Erdmann E,Follath F,Ponikowski P,Goulder M,Meyer W,Lechat P,Willenheimer R,behalf of the CIBIS III Investigators.

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atherosclerosis is one of the major macrovascular complications of diabetes mellitus (DM), and it is the main cause of death from clinical observation. Among various cell types involved in this disorder, endothelial cells, vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs), and macrophages play a crucial role in the occurrence and ...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Tang N,Jiang S,Yang Y,Liu S,Ponnusamy M,Xin H,Yu T

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Insulin promotes Akt-dependent prosurvival signaling and reduces experimental ischemia reperfusion injury, but its clinical impact has been limited. Further understanding of the interplay between insulin and Akt in the myocardium of relevant large animal models is needed. We aimed to investigate (1) Akt phosphoryl...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Slettom G,Jonassen AK,Breivik L,Seifert R,Nordrehaug JE

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous studies have demonstrated that intensive lipid lowering using rosuvastatin results in regression of coronary plaques. However, few data exist regarding lipid profiles over time, drug tolerability, and the effects of prior use of lipid lowering agents in patients on rosuvastatin treatment. Therefore,...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Kawashiri MA,Yamagishi M,Sakamoto T,Takayama T,Hiro T,Daida H,Hirayama A,Saito S,Yamaguchi T,Matsuzaki M,COSMOS Investigators.

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is a common and independent risk factor for cardiovascular events in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). Controlling blood pressure is the standard approach to the management of LVH, but this is only partially effective as LVH also persists in normotensive patients. Apart fr...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Mohan M,McSwiggan S,Baig F,Rutherford L,Lang CC

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Accelerated atherosclerosis and microvascular complications are the leading causes of coronary heart disease, stroke, blindness, and end-stage renal failure, which could account for disabilities and high mortality rates in patients with diabetes. Recent clinical studies have substantiated the concept of "hyperglycemic...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Yamagishi S,Nakamura K,Matsui T,Ueda S,Noda Y,Imaizumi T

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) and critical limb ischemia are the main candidates for limb amputations and have a poor life expectancy. Frequently, these patients are not eligible for either surgical or percutaneous interventions aimed at mechanical revascularization. Therefore, new strategies need to b...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Germani A,Di Campli C,Pompilio G,Biglioli P,Capogrossi MC

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Potassium (K(+) ) channels are important in cardiovascular disease both as drug targets and as a cause of underlying pathology. Voltage-dependent K(+) (K(V) ) channels are inhibited by the class III antiarrhythmic agents. Certain vasodilators work by opening K(+) channels in vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs), and...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Goonetilleke L,Quayle J

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To discuss the pathophysiology of iron metabolism in chronic heart failure (CHF) and the current knowledge of the efficacy of intravenous (IV) iron therapy in patients with CHF and identify points of controversy as well as highlight areas for future research. DISCUSSION:Iron deficiency is a recognized complication...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Kang CK,Pope M,Lang CC,Kalra PR

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Statins are known to prevent heart failure (HF). However, it is unclear whether statins as class or type (lipophilic or hydrophilic) improve outcomes of established HF. AIMS:The current meta-analysis was performed to compare the treatment effects of lipophilic and hydrophilic statins on inflammation and c...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Bonsu KO,Reidpath DD,Kadirvelu A

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute kidney injury is a frequent problem among many critically ill patients, commonly in the context of multiple organ failure and decreased renal perfusion. Its presence conveys a poor prognosis. Currently, effective therapeutic interventions are limited and dopaminergic agonists have been suggested as an ...

journal_title：Cardiovascular therapeutics

authors： Cobas M,Paparcuri G,De La Pena M,Cudemus G,Barquist E,Varon A

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00