[Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring. Clinical use. Is this the right time?].

abstract：BACKGROUND:Infection due to severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2), i.e. coronavirus-associated disease 2019 (COVID-2019), may occasionally lead to acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), requiring in the most severe cases extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Yet, limited data, if any, ...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Marullo AG,Cavarretta E,Biondi Zoccai G,Mancone M,Peruzzi M,Piscioneri F,Sartini P,Versaci F,Morelli A,Miraldi F,Frati G

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The author reviews the use of the main antithrombotic drugs (thrombolytics, dicumarol compounds, heparins and anti-platelet drugs) in the treatment and prophylaxis of the main nosographic syndromes of arterial and venous thrombosis. In the context of arterial thrombosis the paper initially reports the results of the m...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Ferlito S

更新日期：1996-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intra-arterial infusion of PGE1 alpha-ciclodestrina was achieved by intrafemoral catheter in critical limb ischemia. METHODS:The acute infusion of 10 micrograms in 20 minutes, in 50 ml of saline was followed by chronic infusion 20 micrograms/die of PGE1 alpha-ciclodestrina for 5 days. Three male patients (a...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Laurora G,Cesarone MR,Belcaro G,Incandela L,De Sanctis MT,Fascetti E,D'Archivio C

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The association between portal venous hypertension and pulmonary arterial hypertension has received scarce attention in the italian medical literature. Nevertheless the association is relatively frequent, it needs a multidisciplinary approach and it is a stimulus for the search of causes of so-called primary pulmonary...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Arcangeli C,Squillantini G,Santoro G,Marioni C,Forte P,Chibbaro G,Dolara A

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A patent ductus arteriosus in adults is a rare eventuality. After correct diagnosis, an accurate evaluation of pulmonary vascular resistances is necessary with, in case of normality, a straightforward indication to surgery, because the evolution of the disease cannot be predicted. In case of pulmonary hypertension irr...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Gherli T,Porcu A,Alamanni F,Marongiu G,Sale MA,Padua G,Cossu ML,Bacciu PP

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Clopidogrel is an oral tyenopiridin with a central role in the management of acute coronary syndromes and after stent implantation. Despite the use of this drug, many patients continue to experience thrombotic events which are usually referred as "therapy failure". Actually, to date, only stent thrombosis is considere...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Cialdella P,Gustapane M,Camaioni C,Biasucci LM

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:In mitral stenosis (MS) patients with a poor symptom-echocardiography correlation, dobutamine stress echocardiography (DSE) still does not have a confirmed utility and predictive value. Our aim is to evaluate usefulness of DSE in assessing 2 and 5 years clinical outcomes. METHODS:Forty-four consecutive patients wi...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Chirio C,Anselmino M,Mangiardi L,Morello M,Oliaro E,Omedè P,Trevi GP

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fragments of synthetic prostheses in knitted Dacron velour implanted years previously have been examined. Macrophages were found which fragment elements of the prostheses. It is concluded that synthetic knitted velour prostheses are biodegradable. ...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Matturri L,Tardito E

更新日期：1990-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent studies have demonstrated the usefulness of myocardial contrast echocardiography (MCE) in studying myocardial perfusion. Several first and second generation contrast agent such as Levovist, Sonovue, Optison, Definity and Imagent are commercially available or close to be introduced into the market. Use of MCE al...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Madonna M,Celani F,Funaro S,De Maio F,Agati L

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ankle sprains mainly caused by accidents or strenuous sport activities can often be quite painful and impair motility. If not treated immediately and correctly, sprains may lead to severe complications. The aim of the present study was to compare the efficacy and safety of topically applied ketoprofen versus orally ad...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Vinciguerra G,Belcaro G,Cesarone MR,Errichi BM,Di Renzo A,Errichi S,Ricci A,Gizzi G,Dugall M,Cacchio M,Ippolito E,Ruffini I,Fano F,Stuard S,Grossi MG

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Unstable angina implies high risk of myocardial infarction and sudden death. Increased levels of cytoplasmatic enzymes and proteins (creatine phosphokinase, MB creatine phosphokinase troponin T, etc.) were described in unstable angina, providing information about incoming major coronary events. Cardiac tropo...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Musso P,Vernocchi A,Crippa A,Bajardi D,Ottello B,Pinnavaia A,Ronzani G,Bergandi G,Ravera A,Scrocca I

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prolonged periods of atrial fibrillation (AF) or high frequency atrial pacing lead to a significant shortening of atrial refractory periods. This time-dependent electric remodelling is reduced significantly by the administration of verapamil. METHODS:The present series consists of 24 patients all suffering ...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Martinelli MM,Dragagna G,Vitali A,Fedele F

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Galectin-3 is a recently developed biomarker of fibrosis, which may play a role in cardiac remodeling and associated with both the progression and severity of heart failure (HF). METHODS:A prospective cohort study of 190 patients with documented prior myocardial infarction and chronic HF (NYHA class II-IV) ...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Medvedeva EA,Berezin II,Surkova EA,Yaranov DM,Shchukin YV

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As echocardiography is being used more often, its value and accuracy are becoming more fully appreciated, especially for identifying normal anatomic variants and their possible erroneous interpretation as pathologic states. We report the echocardiographic and clinical findings observed in sixteen subjects examined at ...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Chesi G,Farinelli F,Di Donato C,Marani L,Reverzani A

更新日期：1989-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Use of definite molecular weight heparan sulphate in a protocol for the prevention of deep venous thrombosis in the total joint replacement surgery. The authors propose a working protocol for the prevention of deep venous thrombosis in prosthetic orthopaedic surgery. It requires that integration of pharmacological, an...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Mandò M,Margiacchi GP,Alioto R,Ferri L,Bernardoni F,Alberti G,Teti A,Simone LD,Bardelli M

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Drug-coated balloon (DCB) technology has emerged as a promising therapy particularly in the treatment of coronary in-stent restenosis. Although a variety of devices are available for clinical use, clinical outcomes have been variable and scope for significant improvement exists. METHODS:In a preclinical study, a t...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Briguori C,Virmani R,Kolodgie F,Byrne RA,Steigerwald K,Orlowski M,Joner M

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) is often difficult to diagnose based on objective data alone (sensitivity 60-66%, specificity 20-72%, according to a number of studies) and this leads to the possible misuse of instrumental tests. It is important to establish standard clinical protocols to select those cases that call for ...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Rubba P

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The division of the venous circulation in to two sectors, one constituted by the superficial and deep venous trunks (macrocirculation) and the other by the capillaries and precapillary venules (microcirculation), is surely schematical but aids the comprehension of many hemodynamic effects connected to hampered venous ...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Miani S,Boneschi M,La Penna A,Giordanengo F

更新日期：1992-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This work aimed to study extracranial carotid dolichoarterial disease in outpatients using color Doppler ultrasonography. METHODS:A total of 1220 outpatients, 620 males and 600 females, aged between 25 and 89 years old, were enrolled in the study. Subjects were divided into three groups according to age: un...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Pellegrino L,Prencipe G,Vairo F

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the last years, endovascular intervention have become an important part of treatment in patients with congenital heart disease particularly for residual defects after surgery done in infancy. These transcatheter procedures can be described as dilatation of stenotic sites (angioplasty, endovascular stenting and va...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Presbitero P,Lisignoli V,Zavalloni D,Rossi ML,Gasparini GL,Belli G,Pagnotta P

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac arrhythmia and the most frequent cause of hospitalization and utilization expense among all heart diseases. Taking into account persistent atrial fibrillation we know that, in order to cardiovert persistent atrial fibrillation, external direct current cardioversion is the...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Santini L,Forleo GB,Santini M,Romeo F

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Personal experience in the management of 70 ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm over the past 5 years is reported dividing patients into 2 groups, before and after establishment of intensive care unit: survival was 30.76% on the first, 66.66% in the second. Factors that allowed that result are discussed. ...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Patrone P,Barabino G,Geddo E,Brunori C,Dagnino A,Zinicola N

更新日期：1990-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy (TTC) is classified into 4 types dependent on anatomical area affected identified on gross visual assessment. We have sought to understand if it is feasible and advantageous to use left ventricular global longitudinal strain (LVGLS), LV segmental longitudinal strain and right ventric...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Reddin G,Forrestal BJ,Garcia-Garcia HM,Medvedofsky D,Singh M,Asch FM,Ribeiro HB,Campos CM

更新日期：2021-01-11 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:In about 30% of patients with ST elevated myocardial infarction (STEMI), in which a TIMI 3 flow is obtained in the infarct related artery (IRA) after primary percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA), it's not possible to obtain a good perfusion of coronary microcirculation (no reflow). Aim of the study...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Guiducci V,Fioroni S,Giacometti P,Manari A,Gaddi O

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effectiveness of a new alpha-blocking agent with additional mechanism of action was evaluated during intraoperative hypertensive crises. Urapidil was administered both in bolus form and as a continuous infusion in order to compare the two routes of delivery. During the study systolic, diastolic, mean pressure and ...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Pagani C,Selva S,Meloni G,Loguercio G,Cristofori GB

更新日期：1990-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adjuvant trastuzumab therapy increases survival rates in patients with early HER2-positive breast cancer, although it can be potentially cardiotoxic. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of left ventricular (LV) systolic dysfunction; and the relationship between the presence of cardiovascular...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Bergamini C,Torelli F,Ghiselli L,Rossi A,Trevisani L,Vinco G,Truong S,Benfari G,LA Russa F,Golia G,Molino A,Vassanelli C

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since its initial description by Gramiak and Shah in 1968, contrast echocardiography has become an established practice world-wide. Microbubbles have the unique property of being pure intravascular tracers. The basic rationale behind bubble imaging is the characteristic responses to ultrasound power that results in en...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Soliman OI,De Jong N,Van Der Zwaan HB,Galema TW,Vletter WB,Van Dalen BM,Schinkel AF,Ten Cate FJ,Geleijnse ML

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Segmentary isolated stenosis or obstructions of the superficial femoral artery in young people are rarely reported. In patients, most of them women, affected by chronic symptomatology of the lower limbs, the aetiology has been referred to fibromuscular dysplasia with unusual localization. We report a case of acute low...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Raso AM,Conforti M,Cassatella R,Moniaci D,Ortensio M,Barile G,Rispoli P

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of low-dose niacin extended-release (niacin-ER) combined with simvastatin (SV) in the treatment of patients with mixed dyslipidemia who have not normalized their lipid profile with statin therapy alone. METHODS:A prospective, clinical trial of 35 patients with mixe...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Salgado BJ,Salgado JV,Dos Santos AM,Casulari LA

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to provide a further contribution to the study on the alterations of left ventricular diastolic function induced by dialysis, using simple indexes of diastolic function obtained with Doppler. The study is conduced in 15 patients with renal failure aged between 22 and 51 years old by means of ...

journal_title：Minerva cardioangiologica

authors： Cavarra M,Lo Giudice P,Statella P,Liuzzo G,Circo A

更新日期：1993-09-01 00:00:00