Lipoprotein a: where are we now?

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The goal of this review is to offer an overview of the use of thrombolytic therapy in acute pulmonary embolism. Clinicians including internists, surgeons, pulmonologists, and other specialists continue to face decisions regarding massive and submassive acute pulmonary embolism in their daily routines....

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Tapson VF

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a primary myocardial disorder with an autosomal pattern of inheritance, characterized by asymmetric left ventricular hypertrophy with myocyte and myofibrillar disarray. Approximately 30% to 50% of all cases are accounted for by mutations in the beta-cardiac myosin heavy chain gene on chr...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Vassalli G,Seiler C,Hess OM

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the past 30 years, there have been significant pharmacological and technological advances in the treatment of cardiogenic shock. Although most patients who develop cardiogenic shock can be effectively treated with conventional therapy, including inotropic and vasodilating drugs and intra-aortic balloon pumps, a s...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Votapka TV,Pennington DG

更新日期：1994-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Transcatheter aortic-valve implantation is a promising new treatment modality for patients with aortic-valve disease, where it may revolutionize the treatment of elderly and high-risk patients. RECENT FINDINGS:The two devices currently available, the Edwards Sapien valve and the Medtronic CoreValve s...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Ruel M,Labinaz M

更新日期：2010-03-01 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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To provide an update on high-density lipoprotein (HDL) biology and emerging new HDL-based therapies for athero-thrombosis. RECENT FINDINGS:Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease remains a major public health threat despite a significant decline over the past three decades. Although current medical th...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Shah PK

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ventricular remodeling refers to changes in ventricular geometry, volume, mass, and myocellular structure in response to myocardial injury or alteration in loading conditions. Although initially adaptive as a consequence of the initial damage to the myocardium, progressive ventricular remodeling is ultimately a malada...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Bozkurt B

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The publications of 2000 and 2001 stress how interventional pediatric cardiology has moved from angioplasty to device placement. This review summarizes the important articles during the past year that evaluated the safety and efficacy of atrial septal defect devices, patent ductus occluders, and stents to treat coarct...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Rocchini AP

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Pulmonary hypertension is a progressive disease of the pulmonary vasculature characterized by increased vascular resistance and pressure overload of the right ventricle. This review aims to describe the diagnostic and prognostic role of echocardiography in pulmonary hypertension with particular consid...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Bossone E,Ferrara F,Grünig E

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:While the prognostic power of adenosine single photon emission computed tomography myocardial perfusion imaging has been validated in multiple patient populations including those with known or suspected coronary artery disease, the utility of this modality in assessing risk after an acute myocardial i...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Dorfman TA,Iskandrian AE

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To discuss the current evidence regarding the relationship between omega-3 fatty acid intake and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk. RECENT FINDINGS:Combined results from randomized controlled trials using low-dosage (≤1.8 g/day of ethyl esters) eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) or EPA + d...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Maki KC,Dicklin MR

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this review is to evaluate the most recent literature about the role of physical activity, exercise, and fitness in hypertension prevention. RECENT FINDINGS:Strong evidence indicates that performing moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, particularly aerobic exercise, and improving cardio...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Bakker EA,Sui X,Brellenthin AG,Lee DC

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary cardiac tumors are rare clinical entities. Benign tumors are often amenable to surgical excision, whereas malignant tumors are seldom resectable. The literature has reported that 28 patients have undergone orthotopic heart transplantation for inoperable primary cardiac tumors. The results of these transplants ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Gowdamarajan A,Michler RE

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The current article provides a concise summary of the possibilities and limitations of genotype-based risk stratification of cardiac arrhythmias. We will outline the most important findings of the recent years in the light of their chronological and conceptual development. RECENT FINDINGS:Genotype-ph...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Napolitano C,Mazzanti A,Priori SG

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common genetic cardiomyopathy, diagnosed by left ventricular hypertrophy of at least 15 mm maximal wall thickness (MWT). Recent studies reported a sex difference in clinical presentation, progression and outcome of HCM. This review provides an overview of ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： van Driel B,Nijenkamp L,Huurman R,Michels M,van der Velden J

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Atrial fibrillation after cardiac surgery is associated with adverse outcomes and increased costs. Accordingly, therapy should be provided to prevent postoperative atrial fibrillation. The evaluation of therapies to do so is an area of active investigation with significant recent advances. The purpose...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Mitchell LB

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A trend toward use of less invasive, nonsurgical approaches to the treatment of congenital heart disease has developed. Although transcatheter valve replacements and ventricular septal defect closures have already been performed in children, many other techniques and devices are being developed for the palliation of c...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Levi DS,Alejos JC,Moore JW

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Patients with tetralogy of Fallot are subject to arrhythmic sequelae that substantially impact morbidity and mortality. This review focuses on recent advances in our understanding of the prevalence and types of arrhythmias encountered. Diagnostic and prognostic tools are considered and therapeutic opt...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Le Gloan L,Khairy P

更新日期：2011-01-01 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:Pediatric heart transplants continue to be the therapy of choice for children with end stage heart failure. The interplay of limited donor supply, improvement in ventricular assist device (VAD) technology and utilization, and a focus on optimizing long-term outcomes make it critically important for pr...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Zangwill S

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this review is to focus specifically on the indications, evolution of technique, and results of surgical ablation for atrial fibrillation. RECENT FINDINGS:With the introduction of the Cox-Maze IV procedure utilizing bipolar radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation, long-term studies have d...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Lawrance CP,Henn MC,Damiano RJ Jr

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy has been shown to be a genetically heterogeneous disorder, linked to at least four different loci on chromosomes 14, 1, 15, and 11. Thus far, three genes have been identified that harbor mutations leading to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. These genes--cardiac beta myosin heavy chain, alpha tr...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Elstein E

更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Diabetes is an increasingly prevalent risk factor for coronary and other vascular disease. Recent trials in patients with diabetes have examined the effects of intensive glycemic control on cardiovascular outcomes, and treatment of common concomitant risk factors, in particular hypertension and dyslip...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Webster MW

更新日期：2011-07-01 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：:Coronary artery bypass surgery performed in patients with coronary artery disease and left ventricular dysfunction improves survival compared with antianginal therapy alone. The mechanisms for this survival advantage with revascularization therapy have not been systematically elucidated. Many of these patients have "h...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： DeNofrio D,Loh E

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Heart failure prevalence is reaching epidemic proportion in the United States and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. A large proportion of the mortality is the result of sudden cardiac death (SCD). Clinical trials have demonstrated the superiority of the implantable cardioverter/d...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Rami T,Shih HT

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the second most common childhood heart muscle disease and is the most common cause of unexpected sudden cardiac death in young people. The purpose of this review is to describe the risk of sudden death, to assess which of the criteria conventionally used as indicat...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Östman-Smith I,Rossano JW,Shaddy RE

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The efficacy of anticoagulation for valvular prostheses is the result of a delicate balance between the risk of thromboembolic (TE) events and bleeding. Here, we review data on anticoagulation for valve prostheses with a focus on clinical trials that address key unanswered questions. RECENT FINDINGS:...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Yanagawa B,Whitlock RP,Verma S,Gersh BJ

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The benefit of digoxin in chronic heart failure has been debated fervently for decades. In the 1970s, the use of digoxin was challenged due to the high incidences of digitalis toxicity and the lack of data on the effects of digoxin in patients with chronic heart failure. In the 1980s, interest in digoxin was renewed a...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Reddy S,Benatar D,Gheorghiade M

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Viability assessment has a key role in the management of patients with ischemic heart disease. Positron emission tomography (PET) is a unique modality that evaluates myocardial viability via assessing the tissues metabolic and perfusion properties. The mainstay of metabolic imaging relies on glucose m...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Khalaf S,Chamsi-Pasha M,Al-Mallah MH

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00