Endovascular therapy for thoracic aneurysm diseases: PRO.

abstract：:Congenital abnormalities of the pericardium are a rare group of disorders that include congenital absence of the pericardium, pericardial cysts, and diverticula. These congenital defects result from alterations in the embryologic formation and structure of the pericardium. Although many cases are incidentally found, t...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Parmar YJ,Shah AB,Poon M,Kronzon I

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The merits of Holter monitor recording, intermittent event recording, and transtelephonic recording are stated, the equipment used for each method is described, and the type of data obtained is analyzed. ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Smith MS,Pritchett EL

更新日期：1983-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mechanical circulatory assistance is making the transition from an investigational technique to standard clinical practice, especially for post-cardiotomy shock. History, techniques, medications, complications, and results of mechanical assistance are reviewed. Promising trends for the future are presented. ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Elefteriades JA

更新日期：1988-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Addressing the psychosocial concerns of the growing population of adults with congenital heart disease presents a unique challenge to health care providers. These patients frequently need information about their disease with emphasis on how it may affect their sexuality, childbearing, and risk of having children with ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Hart EM,Garson A Jr

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiac arrest in pregnancy is not only uncommon but also catastrophic. Early aggressive resuscitation by well-trained health care providers improves the chances of successful outcomes for both the patient and her fetus. Significant physiologic changes that occur normally in pregnancy require several modifications to ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Farinelli CK,Hameed AB

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The pericardium consists of a visceral mesothelial monolayer (epicardium) that reflects over the great vessels and joins an outer, relatively inelastic fibrous parietal layer of organized collagen and elastin fibers, between which is a potential space that normally contains up to 50 mL of plasma filtrate. Although not...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Hoit BD

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The work of the pioneers in PFO closure finally may evolve into a front-line therapy for secondary prevention of stroke in selected patients who have PFO and embolic events. Current implants, although new to most of interventional cardiology and neurology, are the result of years of steady, progressive work. It seems ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Kapadia SR

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The cardiologist and internist can make a major contribution to the care of patients with neurologic disease, both in terms of treating patients with symptomatic cardiac involvement and reducing mortality. This article highlights the need to recognize ECG abnormalities that may represent purely neurologic disease as w...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Kantor HL,Krishnan SC

更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Excimer laser angioplasty has evolved from a difficult experimental procedure to a more refined intervention with flexible catheters, well-defined indications, and consistent results for certain lesion types such as aortoostial stenosis, total occlusions, and certain saphenous vein graft lesions. This article reviews ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Ahmed WH,Bittl JA

更新日期：1994-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Magnetic resonance imaging is unique in its variety of applications for imaging the cardiovascular system. A thorough assessment of myocardial structure, function, and perfusion; assessment of coronary artery anatomy and flow; and spectroscopic evaluation of cardiac energetics can be readily performed by magnetic reso...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Kramer CM

更新日期：1998-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ebstein anomaly is a congenital malformation involving primarily the tricuspid valve, with failure of delamination from the underlying myocardium and right ventricular myopathy. Echocardiography is diagnostic in most patients and demonstrates apical displacement of the septal leaflet and variable tethering of leaflet ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Fuchs MM,Connolly HM

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Quantification of regional myocardial blood flow and of its responses to targeted physiologic and pharmacologic interventions, which is now available with positron emitting tracers of blood flow and positron emission tomography (PET), extends the diagnostic potential of standard myocardial perfusion imaging. These non...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Schelbert HR

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many of the transcatheter devices described in this article remain investigational in the United States. Currently, we consider the applications of these techniques as either (1) procedures of choice (for closures of patent ductus arteriosus, balloon dilation or stent implantation for peripheral pulmonary stenoses, ba...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Landzberg MJ,Lock JE

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pulmonary hypertension is a complex disorder with multiple etiologies; the World Health Organization classification system divides pulmonary hypertension patients into 5 groups based on the underlying cause and mechanism. Group 5 pulmonary hypertension is a heterogeneous group of diseases that encompasses pulmonary hy...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Kalantari S,Gomberg-Maitland M

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Subaortic stenosis can be a complex disease of multiple anatomic etiologies. At the core is either an elongated and narrow outflow tract as compared to normal or a fully muscle-rimmed VSD used as an intraventricular routing pathway. An array of treatment modalities is needed for an effective management strategy. ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Van Arsdell G,Tsoi K

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of cardiorenal syndrome is as complex as the various mechanisms underlying its pathophysiology. Randomized controlled data typically focus on the treatment of heart failure with cardiac specific endpoints and a lack of worsening renal function used as a surrogate for efficacy. When heart failure is consi...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Rubinstein J,Sanford D

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the past, much attention in imaging research was focused on the macroscopic morphology and patency of arteries. Only recently, research and clinical interest have shifted to the microcirculation and its impact on the long-term prognosis in patients with vascular diseases. This focus and newly developed therapeutic ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Kantor B,Möhlenkamp S

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews the wide range of implantable device-based therapies (mainly pacemakers) that are being used in the management of atrial fibrillation (AF), atrial flutter, and atrial tachycardia. The role of pacemakers in the management of patients with AF and in the prevention of AF has been extensively studied....

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Kalahasty G,Ellenbogen K

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms are increasing in incidence. Rupture is associated with a high rate of morbidity and mortality. The historic gold standard of open repair can be performed with low rates of complications at centers of excellence. However, these results are not universally achievable, with significantl...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Kuo EC,Han SM

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the 1960s, when LVADs and TAHs were introduced into clinical use, researchers estimated that, with this technology, the problem of heart failure could be solved within 20 years. Unfortunately, the evolution of these devices has taken much longer than anticipated. Nevertheless, significant advances have been achieve...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Frazier OH

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Valvular heart disease (VHD) is generally well tolerated during pregnancy; however, the dramatic changes in hemodynamics that occur during pregnancy can lead to clinical decompensation in high-risk women. Women with VHD considering pregnancy should undergo preconception counseling with a high-risk obstetrician and car...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Lewey J,Andrade L,Levine LD

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Significant advances have been made in understanding the pathogenesis and clinical physiology of primary hypertension. This article presents an overview of the physiology of normal blood pressure control and the pathophysiologic mechanisms that predispose individuals and populations to primary hypertension. The role o...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Singh M,Mensah GA,Bakris G

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development and use of antiretroviral medications to treat patients infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) has dramatically changed the course of this disease from one that was fatal to a chronic and more manageable condition. Recommendations and guidelines for the general population are presented in thi...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Myerson M

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty remains the standard interventional catheterization approach for the treatment of coronary artery disease. Three broad groups of new therapeutic devices, including atherectomy or devices for mechanical debridement, lasers, and endoprostheses, and diagnostic devices such a...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Holmes DR Jr,Bresnahan JF

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The noninvasive assessment of patients who present with syncope is based on a thorough, complete history and physical examination. The history requires close attention to precipitating events and the description of the spell. Often, patients are poor historians with regard to symptoms leading up to and following the e...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Hammill SC

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this article, the author sought to review the two primary components of diastolic function that are most directly and accurately determined using invasive methodologies. For chamber relaxation this is optimally achieved using a micromanometer catheter, whereas for chamber compliance (or its inverse stiffness) this ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Kass DA

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Parenterally administered narcotic analgesics are a critically important part of therapy for the patient with acute myocardial ischemic syndromes. These agents are very effective and, when used with appropriate caution and monitoring, are also generally safe. They not only relieve the sensation of severe pain but also...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Remetz MS,Cabin HS

更新日期：1988-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiac transplantation is now an accepted therapeutic procedure in the management of patients suffering from end-stage congestive heart failure. The advances in myocardial preservation, long-distance procurement, immunosuppression, improvement in the treatment of infectious diseases, and utilization of endomyocardial...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Pifarre R,Sullivan HJ,Montoya A,Bakhos M,Grieco J,Foy B,Blakeman B,Costanzo-Nordin MR

更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) provides excellent delineation of ventricular function in the ambulatory and critical settings. Major indications include the acutely ill patient with suboptimal images with other techniques and the intraoperative assessment of patients undergoing cardiac surgery and of cardiac p...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Skiles JA,Griffin BP

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Apoptosis consists of a complex set of biochemical events initiated by an array of different stimuli and enzymatic pathways. There is a set of common morphologic and biochemical features of apoptosis that could be exploited as hot or cold targets to image cardiovascular apoptosis. First, the authors review the potenti...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Blankenberg FG,Strauss HW

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00