Association between hematological parameters and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol.

abstract：:Recent evidence indicates that infections or a pathogen burden contribute to the development and progression of atherosclerosis. While the mechanism of infection contributing to the pathogenesis is not fully elucidated, I hypothesize that heat shock proteins may be a link between infections and atherosclerosis. Heat s...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Xu Q

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although activation of the endocrine renin-angiotensin system with consequent vasoconstriction and salt retention have long been known as the hallmarks of the early phase of renovascular hypertension, the recent recognition of a local vascular angiotensin system and the understanding of the process of vascular remodel...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Ma AO,Gibbons GH

更新日期：1994-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Hypertension and dyslipidemia frequently coexist, and endothelial dysfunction is associated with the pathophysiology of both atherosclerosis and hypertension. Evidence is convincing for an overlapping role of oxidative stress, renin-angiotensin system activation, and dyslipidemia in the genesis of end...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Sarkar K,Sinha AK,Mehta JL

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of ischemic heart disease by coronary artery bypass grafting remains under intense scrutiny. A better understanding of the long-term outcome for particular patient subgroups will allow a more appropriate choice to be made among the options of coronary artery bypass grafting, angioplasty, or continued med...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Kanagasabay RR,Parker DJ

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Proprotein convertase subtilisin kexin type 9 (PCSK9) inhibitors are promising therapies that inhibit the degradation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) receptors in the hepatocyte and thus increase LDL cholesterol (LDL-C) uptake from the blood. This review summarizes main findings in the field of PCSK9...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Eisen A,Giugliano RP

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Large databases are being used for outcome prediction analysis with increasing frequency. This review examines four separate databases used to provide risk analysis in the cardiac surgery population. Populations in the databases range in size from 3500 to over 116,000 patients. All of the databases were applied on ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Park SE,Cmolik BL,Clark RE

更新日期：1992-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There is controversy regarding the optimal choice of prosthetic valves in patients less than 65 years of age requiring mitral valve replacement (MVR). Recently, trends for valve replacement are moving towards biological prosthesis also in younger patients, which is justified by the fact that a later v...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Reineke DC,Heinisch PP,Winkler B,Englberger L,Carrel TP

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:High-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) has been well established as an inverse predictor of coronary heart disease (CHD), and in recent years, investigations have focused on the genetic regulation of high-density lipoprotein. Although numerous candidate genes contribute to the low HDL-C phenotyp...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Miller M,Zhan M

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three-dimensional echocardiography depicts the heart and its structures in their realistic forms. This capability decreases variability both in the quality and the interpretation of complex pathology, among investigators. Therefore, it is likely that the method will become the standard echocardiography examination in ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Roelandt JR,Yao J,Kasprzak JD

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) have become an important therapeutic modality for patients who have had a cardiac arrest or are at risk for life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias. Clinical trials have confirmed the role of the ICD for patients with sustained ventricular arrhythmias and have expanded t...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Swygman C,Wang PJ,Link MS,Homoud MK,Estes NA 3rd

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To give an overview over the substantial advances in the diagnosis and management of Long-QT syndrome since its first description 60 years ago. RECENT FINDINGS:LQT syndrome remains the most common inherited arrhythmia and is a leading cause for sudden unexplained death accounting for up to 20-25% of ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Steinberg C

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Radiofrequency ablation techniques to cure cardiac arrhythmias have focused on destroying myocardial tissue involved in abnormal excitation or conduction. This review will address recent basic and clinical studies which suggest that targeting autonomic nerves and ganglia on the large vessels and the h...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Scherlag BJ,Po S

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Because the main cause of death in patients with established coronary heart disease (CHD) is sudden cardiac death (SCD), physicians should develop specific strategy, including dietary changes, to prevent it. In the long term, reduction of the diet-dependent chronic risk factors of CHD, hypercholesterolemia, hypertensi...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： de Lorgeril M,Salen P

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review demonstrates the need for enhancing strategic approaches to the prevention and control of hypertension, a global health issue. RECENT FINDINGS:An epidemic of chronic noncommunicable diseases is threatening national healthcare systems' sustainability and the economy of many countries. Incr...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Campbell NR,Niebylski ML,World Hypertension League Executive.

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death world-wide in populations older than 65 years of age. The variation in cardiovascular mortality rates in this population indicates a substantial potential for effective coronary prevention. The highest risk for development of coronary heart disease is in individuals...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Wenger NK

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recurrent episodes of unexplained syncope are among the most frequent of complaints referred to physicians for evaluation. Traditional methods of evaluation were both time consuming and expensive and left many patients without a diagnosis. Although neurocardiogenically mediated episodes of hypotension and bradycardia ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Grubb BP,Kosinski D

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Vascular disease often affects more than one territory. Atherosclerosis is a global disease affecting multiple organs/systems. Cardiovascular risk factors are associated with an increased risk for the development of arterial disease in all vascular beds but differ in their individual impacts for each ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Paraskevas KI,Geroulakos G,Veith FJ,Mikhailidis DP

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Venous graft disease is a thromboproliferative process and places a serious limitation on the symptom-free survival of patients after coronary artery bypass grafting. The efficacy of antithrombotics, especially during the first year after surgery, is suggested by an understanding of the four described phases of diseas...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Schussheim AE,Fuster V

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To compare the potential of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and apolipoprotein (apo) A-I, the major protein in HDL particles, in predicting cardiovascular risk. Pros and cons for using these risk markers are discussed. RECENT FINDINGS:Both HDL cholesterol and apoA-I are in most clinical co...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Walldius G,Jungner I

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review discusses the role of statin therapy in patients with acute coronary syndromes. These drugs modulate endothelial function and stabilize atherosclerotic plaque by inhibiting oxidative stress and inflammation and may provide a relevant clinical benefit in unstable patients. RECENT FINDINGS:...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Nusca A,Melfi R,Patti G,Di Sciascio G

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe the electrophysiological profile and the clinical portfolio of dronedarone, a new multichannel-blocking antiarrhythmic drug developed for the treatment of atrial fibrillation. RECENT FINDINGS:Dronedarone is a derivative of amiodarone that is free of iodine and less lipophilic. The drug ha...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Duray GZ,Ehrlich JR,Hohnloser SH

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review current controversies in the transcatheter device closure of ostium secundum atrial septal defects (ASD). RECENT FINDINGS:Transcatheter device closure of ASD (TC-ASD) has well established efficacy and safety. For most individual patients with suitable anatomy, TC-ASD is the preferred method...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： O'Byrne ML,Glatz AC,Gillespie MJ

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Open aortic arch surgery is highly invasive and may result in significant morbidity. Recent innovations in thoracic stent-graft technology have facilitated methods of replacing the aortic arch without deep hypothermic circulatory arrest or even cardiopulmonary bypass. We present a review of the curren...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Desai ND,Szeto WY

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Myocardial protection seems to be evolving toward simplified techniques, among which the use of minimally diluted tepid blood cardioplegia delivered retrograde or in a combined fashion is gaining wider clinical acceptance. In the future, agents that can duplicate the cardioprotective effects of ischemic preconditionin...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Menasché P

更新日期：1997-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A growing number of patients present with heart failure. Some of them may qualify for surgical correction of their cardiac condition. Since heart transplantation will always be available to only a small number of patients, several new surgical techniques have been developed for approval in heart failure patients. Clas...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Loebe M,Soltero E,Thohan V,Lafuente JA,Noon GP

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Changing demands in healthcare, new leadership structures and physician preferences on work-life balance have made culture, teamwork and engagement vitally important for the long-term success of medical practices. With recent emphasis placed on culture, teamwork and engagement, leaders have had to acq...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Samai C,Campbell R

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Cardiovascular and metabolic diseases are closely linked and commonly occur in the same patients. This review focuses on the cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) system and its crosstalk between metabolism and the cardiovascular system. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent studies suggest that cGMP, which serves ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Jordan J,Hildebrand S,Pfeifer A

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The focus of this review is the advantages of simultaneously assessing myocardial perfusion and left ventricular function. Nuclear cardiology imaging techniques as well as the development of technetium-labeled perfusion tracers now permit combined myocardial-perfusion and left-ventricular function studies at a single ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Borges-Neto S,Shaw LK

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To provide an update of the literature describing the link between lipoprotein a and vascular disease. RECENT FINDINGS:There is evidence that elevated plasma lipoprotein a levels are associated with coronary heart disease, stroke and other manifestations of atherosclerosis. Several mechanisms may be ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Tziomalos K,Athyros VG,Wierzbicki AS,Mikhailidis DP

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Low cholesterol syndromes were considered curiosities. The present article reviews some hypolipidaemic disorders and the drugs developed from the insights they provided. RECENT FINDINGS:Abetalipopoproteinaemia and hypobetalipoproteinaemia are associated with low cholesterol concentrations and caused ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Handhle A,Viljoen A,Ramachandran R,Wierzbicki AS

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00