The combination of obesity and hypertension: a highly unfavorable phenotype requiring attention.

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：:In this review I concentrate on issues related to prosthetic valves themselves: their development, performance, and durability. For example, mechanical failure or tissue deterioration appear to be intrinsic properties of the valve and are therefore central to my topic, whereas the development, diagnosis, and managemen...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Treasure T

更新日期：1995-03-01 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: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:Octogenarians represent the fastest-growing segment of the population. Over 40% manifest cardiovascular disease, frequently in an advanced state requiring surgical revascularization. Increased mortality, morbidity, and expense in this high-risk group, with decreased longevity, present a growing challe...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Kurlansky P

更新日期：2012-11-01 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：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:The aim of this review is to update the cardiovascular clinician on the current status of surgical therapies aimed at achieving reverse ventricular remodeling. RECENT FINDINGS:Relevant research focusing on mechanical options for reverse ventricular remodeling will be referenced and summarized. SUMMA...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： McGee EC,Gillinov AM,McCarthy PM

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:beta-Blockers, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blockers, aldosterone receptor antagonists, and digoxin are the most common drug classes used to treat chronic heart failure. We examine current clinical trial evidence concerning heart-failure management in the elderly. ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Dulin BR,Krum H

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In this review, we firstly highlight the role of dyslipidemia as a trigger in the initiation and progression of endothelial dysfunction, considered the earliest atherosclerotic lesion and patent in children with risk factors.In this context, we also revise methods that reflect the impact of endothelia...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Pires A,Sena C,Seiça R

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the past year, significant new advances have been made in preventive cardiology. New trials of lipid lowering, estrogen therapy, and hypertension control have added to our understanding of the pathophysiology and prevention of coronary atherosclerosis. This review highlights these new trials and provides insight ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Foody JA

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Statins are widely utilized for low-density lipoprotein lowering and for prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Although these drugs have a good safety record, increased risk of developing diabetes during extended use has recently garnered attention. Here we review clinical trial eviden...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Sampson UK,Linton MF,Fazio S

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several investigators have identified the pulmonary vein as the most common initiator of atrial fibrillation, and isolation of the pulmonary vein from atrial tissue can cure approximately 70% of patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. Ongoing trials of a new device may increase the success rate and decrease the ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Tsai CF,Tai CT,Chen SA

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Diagnostic testing using noninvasive imaging has become an integral part of risk stratification in patients with coronary artery disease. It is important to understand the integral strengths and weaknesses between the different modalities of stress testing and to apply accurately the type of test the ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Maganti K,Rigolin VH

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review will provide an overview of recent advances in the management of acute decompensated heart failure, focusing on major publications from the past few years. RECENT FINDINGS:There have been several publications investigating different strategies in the management of acute decompensated hear...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Maze R,Haddad H

更新日期：2014-03-01 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: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:Statins significantly reduce cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in patients with and without coronary heart disease. Recently, much debate has focused on use of statins for primary prevention following a class-wide safety label change by the US Food and Drug Administration amidst concerns of worse...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Minder CM,Blumenthal RS,Blaha MJ

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The health benefits of physical activity and exercise are clear; virtually everyone can benefit from becoming more physically active. Most international guidelines recommend a goal of 150 min/week of moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity. Many agencies have translated these recommendations ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Warburton DER,Bredin SSD

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In this study, we review the evidence for both long-standing and newer oral antiplatelet agents as secondary prevention in coronary artery disease, and give our opinion on where each agent's treatment role lies. RECENT FINDINGS:Platelets play a pathological role in acute coronary syndromes and are th...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Behan MW,Chew DP,Aylward PE

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Though tachyarrhythmias occur commonly in patients with the Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, many patients remain asymptomatic. Recent studies suggest that routine electrophysiologic testing in these individuals is of limited value. However, electrophysiologic testing remains very helpful in the symptomatic patient fo...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Wharton JM,Prystowsky EN

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Patients with multivessel coronary artery disease (CAD) may undergo revascularization by either percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) or coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG). This review will discuss the use of polygenic risk scores for risk-stratification of patients with multivessel CAD in...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Hui SK,Lindale E,Sun L,Ruel M

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) has been used as a cardiac assist device in various clinical situations since 1968 on the basis of the physiological principles and observational data, with little randomized data until recently. RECENT FINDINGS:Recently published randomized controlled trials (RCT...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Ihdayhid AR,Chopra S,Rankin J

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Our understanding of pediatric arrhythmias continues to evolve through natural history studies of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, the congenital long QT syndrome, and postoperative atrial and ventricular tachyarrhythmias. The influence of the autonomic nervous system on cardiovascular function may play a rol...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Kanter RJ

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the past 2 years, significant advances have been made in class III antiarrhythmic drug therapy. In patients with ventricular arrhythmias and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), antiarrhythmic agents are increasingly being used as adjunct therapy to decrease the frequency of ICD discharges. Sotalol was r...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Sager PT

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with aortic dissection are divided into two main groups: those with hypertension and those with syndromes involving hereditary defects of the aortic wall. The common finding in the setting of both Marfan syndrome and hypertension is dilatation of the aorta. The biological events that may lead to dissection ar...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Westaby S

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review describes changes in indications for implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) implantation made in the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, and North American Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology 2002 update of the 1998 guideline for the implantation of cardia...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Epstein AE

更新日期：2004-01-01 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:To describe recent advancements in cardiovascular genetics made possible by leveraging next-generation sequencing (NGS), and to provide a framework for practical applications of genetic testing for hypertrophic (HCM), dilated (DCM), and arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathies (ARVC). RECENT...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Wilcox JE,Hershberger RE

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:New data have emerged over the last few years about the role of fibrates in treatment of microvascular and macrovascular disease. RECENT FINDINGS:Endpoint studies have been conducted with fibrates in coronary heart disease (CHD) since 1971 and initial results were contradictory. Fibrates later showed benefits ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Wierzbicki AS

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00