Acute myocardial infarct extension into a previously preserved subendocardial region at risk in dogs and patients.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although acute pericarditis is a common complication of beta-thalassemia major, the prevalence and consequences of myocarditis in this disease have not been investigated. METHODS AND RESULTS:A prospective 5-year follow-up study was carried out in all patients with beta-thalassemia major in whom the diagnosi...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Kremastinos DT,Tiniakos G,Theodorakis GN,Katritsis DG,Toutouzas PK

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clinical and experimental studies have demonstrated a major role of the renin-angiotensin system in the functional and structural changes of the large arteries in hypertension. Because genetic studies may help us to understand the mechanisms underlying the involvement of this system in arterial regulation, t...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Benetos A,Gautier S,Ricard S,Topouchian J,Asmar R,Poirier O,Larosa E,Guize L,Safar M,Soubrier F,Cambien F

更新日期：1996-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Multiple areas of concealed intraventricular conduction are deduced on the basis of aftereffects observed in His bundle recordings. Electrocardiograms and His bundle recordings are presented from two patients with unstable bilateral bundle branch block, the instability of which depended on the interval at which ventri...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Cohen HC,D'Cruz I,Pick A

更新日期：1976-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reperfusion of ischemic rat hearts in the presence of thrombin or norepinephrine but not endothelin-1 causes the generation of inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate (Ins 1,4,5P3) and arrhythmias. The present study investigates the effect of endothelin-1 on these responses. METHODS AND RESULTS:Ins 1,4,5P3 generation ...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Woodcock EA,Reyes N,Jacobsen AN,Du XJ

更新日期：1999-02-16 00:00:00

abstract：:Six cases of classical dissecting aneurysm of the aorta complicating aortic valvular disease in which aortic stenosis was dominant are described. In three of the cases the aortic complication occurred after the natural aortic valve had been replaced by a prosthetic valve. The longest postoperative period was four mont...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Fukuda T,Tadavarthy SM,Edwards JE

更新日期：1976-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although there is a statistically significant association between modestly raised baseline plasma C-reactive protein (CRP) values and future cardiovascular events, the debate is still unsettled in regard to whether CRP plays a causal role in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis. METHODS AND RESULTS:We genera...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Koike T,Kitajima S,Yu Y,Nishijima K,Zhang J,Ozaki Y,Morimoto M,Watanabe T,Bhakdi S,Asada Y,Chen YE,Fan J

更新日期：2009-11-24 00:00:00

abstract：:Peripheral arterial disease is one manifestation of systemic atherosclerosis. The prevalence of peripheral arterial disease increases with the age of the population. It is important to remember the significant association of coincident coronary artery disease, which is the major cause of mortality in these patients. R...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： White CJ,Gray WA

更新日期：2007-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Conflicting results from recent observational studies have raised questions concerning the benefit of β-blockers for patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Furthermore, the efficacy of long-term β-blocker therapy in CABG patients after hospital discharge is uncertain. METHODS AND RESULT...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Zhang H,Yuan X,Zhang H,Chen S,Zhao Y,Hua K,Rao C,Wang W,Sun H,Hu S,Zheng Z

更新日期：2015-06-23 00:00:00

abstract：:We performed a 15 year follow-up of 748 patients undergoing bypass surgery, comparing 532 patients with one or two internal mammary artery grafts with or without additional saphenous vein grafts to 216 patients with saphenous vein grafts alone. During the 15 years of follow-up the 532 patients with at least one intern...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Cameron A,Kemp HG Jr,Green GE

更新日期：1986-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Previous studies comparing off-pump coronary artery bypass surgery (OPCABG) to conventional techniques utilizing cardiopulmonary bypass (CABG-CPB) have failed to provide patient selection guidelines. We sought to determine guidelines, attempting to rectify the limitations of previous studies. METHODS AND RES...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Magee MJ,Coombs LP,Peterson ED,Mack MJ

更新日期：2003-09-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To identify patients at risk for postoperative myocardial injury and death, measuring cardiac troponin routinely after noncardiac surgery has been suggested. Such monitoring was implemented in our hospital. The aim of this study was to determine the predictive value of postoperative myocardial injury, as mea...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： van Waes JA,Nathoe HM,de Graaff JC,Kemperman H,de Borst GJ,Peelen LM,van Klei WA,Cardiac Health After Surgery (CHASE) Investigators.

更新日期：2013-06-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We hypothesized that 1) endogenous adenosine released during ischemia conferred an inherent cardioprotection, and 2) a pretreatment dose of adenosine before ischemia would provide additional protection independent of hemodynamic effects. METHODS AND RESULTS:Thirty-six anesthetized New Zealand White rabbits ...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Toombs CF,McGee S,Johnston WE,Vinten-Johansen J

更新日期：1992-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Development of surgical therapy for aortic aneurysms and dissections has led to treatment of the life-threatening cardiovascular complications associated with Marfan syndrome. The present study determines the effect of surgical therapy on the life expectancy of patients with Marfan syndrome and the clinical ...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Finkbohner R,Johnston D,Crawford ES,Coselli J,Milewicz DM

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The maternal circulatory system and hormone balance both change dynamically during pregnancy, delivery, and the postpartum period. Although atrial natriuretic peptides and brain natriuretic peptides produced in the heart control circulatory homeostasis through their common receptor, NPR1, the physiologic and...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Otani K,Tokudome T,Kamiya CA,Mao Y,Nishimura H,Hasegawa T,Arai Y,Kaneko M,Shioi G,Ishida J,Fukamizu A,Osaki T,Nagai-Okatani C,Minamino N,Ensho T,Hino J,Murata S,Takegami M,Nishimura K,Kishimoto I,Miyazato M,Hara

更新日期：2020-02-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The main goal of the initial treatment of ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction is prompt reperfusion of the infarct-related artery. The value of pretreatment with clopidogrel before primary percutaneous coronary intervention is currently unclear. METHODS AND RESULTS:Studies were retrieved through MEDL...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Vlaar PJ,Svilaas T,Damman K,de Smet BJ,Tijssen JG,Hillege HL,Zijlstra F

更新日期：2008-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An effect of diet in determining blood pressure is suggested by epidemiological studies, but the role of specific nutrients is still unsettled. METHODS AND RESULTS:The relation of various nutritional factors with hypertension was examined prospectively among 30,681 predominantly white US male health profess...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Ascherio A,Rimm EB,Giovannucci EL,Colditz GA,Rosner B,Willett WC,Sacks F,Stampfer MJ

更新日期：1992-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Distal embolization of debris during percutaneous carotid artery stenting may result in neurological deficit. Filter devices for cerebral protection potentially reduce the risk of embolization. METHODS AND RESULTS:Elective carotid stent implantation using 3 different types of distal filter protection device...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Reimers B,Corvaja N,Moshiri S,Saccà S,Albiero R,Di Mario C,Pascotto P,Colombo A

更新日期：2001-07-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic inhibition of endothelial nitric oxide (NO) synthesis by the administration of N:(omega)-nitro-L-arginine methyl ester (L-NAME) to rats induces early vascular inflammatory changes (monocyte infiltration into coronary vessels and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 [MCP-1] expression) as well as subseq...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Koyanagi M,Egashira K,Kitamoto S,Ni W,Shimokawa H,Takeya M,Yoshimura T,Takeshita A

更新日期：2000-10-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Physical activity is associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease, but the mechanisms are uncertain. Hemostatic and inflammatory markers have been linked with risk of cardiovascular disease. We therefore examined the relationship between physical activity and hemostatic and inflammatory variables. M...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Wannamethee SG,Lowe GD,Whincup PH,Rumley A,Walker M,Lennon L

更新日期：2002-04-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perivascular adipose tissue (PVAT) surrounds most vessels and shares common features with brown adipose tissue (BAT). Although adaptive thermogenesis in BAT increases energy expenditure and is beneficial for metabolic diseases, little is known about the role of PVAT in vascular diseases such as atheroscleros...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Chang L,Villacorta L,Li R,Hamblin M,Xu W,Dou C,Zhang J,Wu J,Zeng R,Chen YE

更新日期：2012-08-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A completed Fontan circulation is the goal in the management of patients with single-ventricle physiology. To achieve this end, a two-stage rather than a single-stage approach is carried out routinely at many centers. Some groups have advocated baffle fenestration for virtually all patients to minimize post-...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Hsu DT,Quaegebeur JM,Ing FF,Selber EJ,Lamour JM,Gersony WM

更新日期：1997-11-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and diabetes are both associated with a high risk of ischemic events, but the role of intensive blood pressure control in PAD has not been established. METHODS AND RESULTS:The Appropriate Blood Pressure Control in Diabetes study followed 950 subjects with type 2 diabetes fo...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Mehler PS,Coll JR,Estacio R,Esler A,Schrier RW,Hiatt WR

更新日期：2003-02-11 00:00:00

abstract：:We used a canine preparation of experimental infarction to study the natural course of echocardiographically defined regional wall motion abnormalities in the 6 weeks after acute coronary ligation. Eight dogs underwent serial short-axis echocardiographic evaluation and microsphere blood flow determinations at control,...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Gibbons EF,Hogan RD,Franklin TD,Nolting M,Weyman AE

更新日期：1985-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Coronary irradiation is a new concept to reduce restenosis. We evaluated the feasibility and safety of intracoronary irradiation with a balloon catheter filled with (188)Re, a liquid, high-energy beta-emitter. METHODS AND RESULTS:Irradiation with 15 Gy at 0.5-mm tissue depth was performed in 28 lesions afte...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Höher M,Wöhrle J,Wohlfrom M,Hanke H,Voisard R,Osterhues HH,Kochs M,Reske SN,Hombach V,Kotzerke J

更新日期：2000-05-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous studies suggest that rigid fixation of the mitral annulus with an annuloplasty ring may impair left ventricular (LV) systolic performance. We used load-insensitive indexes of global and regional LV contractile mechanics to test the hypothesis that rigid fixation of the mitral annulus alters LV systo...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Rayhill SC,Castro LJ,Nizyporuk MA,Ingels NB Jr,Daughters GT,Derby GC,Tye TL,Bolger AF,Miller DC

更新日期：1992-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ten patients with the long QT syndrome and recurrent syncope and/or cardiac arrest caused by ventricular arrhythmias underwent left stellate (one patient) or left cervicothoracic sympathectomy (nine patients) after failing to respond to high-dose beta-blocker therapy. The syndrome was familial in four and idiopathic i...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Bhandari AK,Scheinman MM,Morady F,Svinarich J,Mason J,Winkle R

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The relative anti-aggregatory effects of currently prescribed platelet glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor antagonists during and after percutaneous coronary intervention for acute coronary syndromes have not been established. METHODS AND RESULTS:We randomized 70 acute coronary syndrome patients undergoing percu...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Batchelor WB,Tolleson TR,Huang Y,Larsen RL,Mantell RM,Dillard P,Davidian M,Zhang D,Cantor WJ,Sketch MH Jr,Ohman EM,Zidar JP,Gretler D,DiBattiste PM,Tcheng JE,Califf RM,Harrington RA

更新日期：2002-09-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Myocardial perfusion during adenosine-induced hyperemia is used both in clinical diagnosis of coronary heart disease and for scientific investigations of the myocardial microcirculation. The objective of this study was to clarify whether adenosine-induced hyperemia is dependent on endothelial NO production o...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Buus NH,Bøttcher M,Hermansen F,Sander M,Nielsen TT,Mulvany MJ

更新日期：2001-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adults with obesity or type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are at higher risk for stroke and myocardial infarction. Increased carotid intima-media thickness (cIMT) and stiffness are associated with these adverse outcomes. We compared carotid arteries in youth who were lean, were obese, or had T2DM. METHODS AND ...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Urbina EM,Kimball TR,McCoy CE,Khoury PR,Daniels SR,Dolan LM

更新日期：2009-06-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inotropic drugs are often used to treat acute, severe heart failure resulting from acute myocardial infarction and other unstable coronary artery syndromes. However, catecholamine inotropic agents may potentiate coronary thrombosis via a platelet alpha2-adrenergic mechanism, thus exacerbating the original pr...

journal_title：Circulation

authors： Sill JC,Bertha B,Berger I,Uhl C,Nugent M,Folts J

更新日期：1997-09-02 00:00:00