Sex-Related Differences in Dilated Cardiomyopathy with a Focus on Cardiac Dysfunction in Oncology.

abstract：:Despite recent favorable trends in survival, heart failure remains a highly fatal disease. Improvements in the prevention of early death from coronary artery disease, along with an aging population, have resulted in an increased prevalence for heart failure in the United States. In the management of patients with hear...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Feingold AD,DeNofrio D

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This study aims to describe the current state of telestroke clinical applications and policies, in addition to key technical and operational aspects of the telemedicine practice. RECENT FINDINGS:Delivery of telestroke services for neurovascular care expanded from the intravenous alteplase decision an...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Dumitrascu OM,Demaerschalk BM

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Monoclonal antibodies that inhibit proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) have emerged as a novel approach to low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) lowering. The potential role of PCSK9 inhibitors in clinical practice will be reviewed. RECENT FINDINGS:Clinical trials have demonst...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： King P,Nicholls SJ

更新日期：2017-08-01 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：:Coronary artery bypass grafting without the aid of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) continues to gain popularity as an alternative to standard techniques of revascularization. CPB with cardioplegic arrest is associated with complications that may negate an otherwise technically flawless procedure. Experience has identifie...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Dewey TM,Mack MJ

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ischemic stroke threatens public health dramatically, and demographic changes promise to continue this epidemic. Although medical advances in risk factor modification, hypertensive control, and antiplatelet therapy have mitigated morbidity and mortality of cerebrovascular disease somewhat, stroke still costs billions ...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Rajagopal V,Yadav JS

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Heart failure is a major public health concern that is frequently complicated by ventricular arrhythmias. Sustained ventricular tachycardia is associated with an increased risk for progressive heart failure and sudden death. We summarize the current management strategies for ventricular tachycardia in heart failure pa...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Fong MW,Grazette L,Cesario D,Cao M,Saxon L

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Peripheral artery disease (PAD) has become increasingly common in the US patient population and can be a highly symptomatic and significant source of morbidity. When PAD is suspected, the first-line screening study that is obtained is typically a noninvasive evaluation that includes the ankle brachial index (ABI). Fol...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Meyersohn NM,Walker TG,Oliveira GR

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Resistant hypertension has evolved as an important global health care problem. Primary aldosteronism is one of several potentially reversible causes of resistant hypertension. Primary aldosteronism can be effectively treated, when recognized, with a mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist, such as spironolactone and epl...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Sica DA

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Understanding the genetic risk factors for stroke is an essential step to decipher the underlying mechanisms, facilitate the identification of novel therapeutic targets, and optimize the design of prevention strategies. A very small proportion of strokes are attributable to monogenic conditions, the vast majority bein...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Chauhan G,Debette S

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The article title in the original publication contains a mistake. ...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Edelson JB,Genuardi MV,Santangeli P,Birati EY

更新日期：2020-09-08 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent advances in clinical cardiac SPECT instrumentation are reviewed from a systems perspective. New hardware technologies include pixelated scintillator and semiconductor detector elements; photodetectors such as position-sensitive photomultiplier tubes (PSPMT), avalanche photodiodes (APD) and silicon photomultipli...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Smith MF

更新日期：2013-08-01 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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Coronary artery bypass grafting is a preferred strategy for complete coronary revascularization in patients who have multi-vessel coronary artery disease, left ventricular dysfunction, and/or diabetes. Both arterial (internal thoracic artery/radial artery) and venous grafts are utilized to bypass the ...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Virk HUH,Lakhter V,Ahmed M,O' Murchu B,Chatterjee S

更新日期：2019-03-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Synthesized as an antianginal compound 40 years ago, amiodarone has emerged as a uniquely effective antiarrhythmic compound in recent years. It has numerous properties, the most prominent being the ability to lengthen repolarization in the atria and ventricles associated with bradycardia without the significant potent...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Singh BN

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dual antiplatelet therapy with aspirin and clopidogrel is a well-established standard of care for patients with acute coronary syndromes. Whether there are other drug strategies or therapies that will achieve fewer ischemic events, and at the same time be associated with fewer bleeding complications, is a question rec...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Rajan L,Moliterno DJ

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There has been considerable attention in recent years to the intriguing hypothesis that coronary heart disease and other atherosclerotic diseases may be caused by infection with pathogens such as Chlamydia pneumoniae, Helicobacter pylori, and cytomegalovirus. Supporting this hypothesis are studies that localize bacter...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： O'Donnell CJ,Levy D

更新日期：2000-07-01 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:To review methodological and logistical aspects of CT myocardial perfusion, current clinical evidence and possible future directions, with specific focus on use in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). RECENT FINDINGS:CT myocardial perfusion imaging may be performed as an add-on to standard co...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Kofoed KF,Sørgaard MH,Linde JJ

更新日期：2017-10-25 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) lowering therapies is to safely achieve a consistent and long-term reduction in exposure of the vasculature to atherogenic lipoproteins in order to reduce the risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular (CV) disease and the associated CV events, such a...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Sinning D,Landmesser U

更新日期：2020-10-21 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：:The appropriateness of coronary revascularization for various clinical scenarios has been reviewed formally by several specialty and subspecialty societies resulting in the formulation of scored appropriateness criteria. The goal of the appropriateness criteria is to guide physician decision-making and future research...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Summers MR,Patel MR

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) is widely regarded as capable of providing a cornucopia of detailed diagnostic information. However, of that information, very little is truly unique, and can be obtained by a combination of alternate diagnostic modalities. Given this, it is anticipated that in the short term (1...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Doyle M,Biederman RW

更新日期：2004-01-01 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：:There are a number of limitations associated with conventional mapping for ablation of ventricular tachycardia (VT) in ischemic heart disease, such as the high recurrence rates after initially successful ablation. The development of a noncontact mapping system capable of producing high-resolution isopotential maps of ...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Chow AW,Schilling RJ,Peters NS,Davies DW

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Low serum levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) are highly prevalent and are recognized as an independent risk factor for cardiovascular morbidity (myocardial infarction, stroke, peripheral arterial disease, and restenosis after coronary stenting) and mortality. HDL plays an important role in modulati...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Toth PP

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary aldosteronism with a prevalence of 8 % of hypertension and 20 % of pharmacologically resistant hypertension is the most common secondary cause of hypertension. Yet, the diagnosis is missed in the vast majority of patients. Current clinical practice guidelines recommend screening for primary aldosteronism in pa...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Carey RM

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Advances in the field of molecular medicine are making gene therapy a viable treatment strategy for the next millennium. Indeed, over the past 10 years, a number of improvements have occurred that have resulted in an increased interest in gene therapy for the treatment of diseases in cardiovascular medicine. Because a...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Channon KM,Annex BH

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with adjunctive glycoprotein (GP) IIb/IIIa receptor inhibitor therapy administered in the cardiac catheterization laboratory is the optimal reperfusion strategy for patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction. Most available data regarding these agents are from tri...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Tamhane UU,Gurm HS

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Device therapy for the treatment of uncontrolled and resistant hypertension has evolved significantly over the past several decades. Both renal artery disease and sympathetic hyperactivity have been linked to resistant hypertension. This manuscript will review the current evidence base supporting device therapy (e.g.,...

journal_title：Current cardiology reports

authors： Aronow HD,Li J,Parikh SA

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00