The role of coronary revascularization in the management of heart failure: identification of candidates and review of results.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Despite its continued increase in prevalence in minorities, data regarding hypertension (HTN) control among such ethnic groups remains limited. This review highlights the most recent literature on the epidemiology, prevalence, and treatment strategies of HTN among four racial groups (non-Hispanic Whit...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Bennett A,Parto P,Krim SR

更新日期：2016-07-01 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

abstract：:Increased carotid intima media thickness (IMT) is relatively simple, inexpensive, and reproducible noninvasive marker of global atherosclerotic disease. It is a frequently used experimental tool in epidemiologic studies to identify and follow cardiovascular disease. There is evidence that early detection of atheroscle...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Sinha AK,Eigenbrodt M,Mehta JL

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this review is to discuss the impact of antibody sensitization on heart transplant recipients. RECENT FINDINGS:We will discuss the current state of antibody identification, antibody strength and potential antibody pathogenicity. The prevalence of antibody sensitization has increased with i...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Chang DH,Kobashigawa JA

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Implantation of circulatory assist devices as a permanent alternative to heart transplantation, so-called Destination Therapy, has become a promising new option for treatment of patients with advanced heart failure who are not candidates for heart transplantation. RECENT FINDINGS:The landmark REMATCH...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Lietz K,Miller LW

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The explosion of high-resolution imaging technology in recent years has led to the increasing problem of choosing imaging modalities appropriate to specific clinical questions. In terms of structural information, for example, the relative benefits of ultrasound versus magnetic resonance imaging versus computed tomogr...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Simpson IA,Sahn DJ

更新日期：1992-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The number of clinically available genetic tests for heritable cardiovascular diseases has recently increased because of novel gene discoveries and advancements in DNA sequencing technologies. The purpose of this review is to provide up-to-date genetic testing information and guidance on how to incorp...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Sturm AC,Hershberger RE

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:With wider indications for implantable cardioverter defibrillator therapy, more patients at lower risk for ventricular tachyarrhythmia receive this treatment. To maintain the ratio of benefit versus side-effects at an acceptable level, the risk of inappropriate implantable cardioverter defibrillator t...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Israel CW

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:We provide a concise review of recent studies focusing on the management of patients with acute heart failure (AHF). RECENT FINDINGS:In well designed randomized trials, no mortality benefit has been observed with the use of diuretics, ultrafiltration, inotropes and vasodilators in AHF. Recent trials ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Rayner-Hartley E,Virani S,Toma M

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Evaluation of the hemodynamic response in heart failure is a useful adjunct in clinical management. Invasive monitoring has been the accepted gold standard of hemodynamic assessment but carries with it significant associated risks. Noninvasive hemodynamic assessment in heart failure previously has been either unreliab...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Rosenberg P,Yancy CW

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Management of aortic valve disease follows traditional algorithms: initial gross diagnosis, noninvasive imaging and quantitation, possible catheterization or angiography, and medical treatment until symptoms of prognosis prediction indicates surgery. Most advances in this subject reflect improved technology and additi...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Baxley WA

更新日期：1994-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To provide an up to date review of the most recent randomized clinical trials in the field of antithrombotic drugs for cardiovascular diseases. RECENT FINDINGS:In 2017, low-dose anti-Xa treatment added to aspirin proved to be more efficacious than either treatment alone in patients with stable athero...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Ibrahim H,Rondina M,Welt FGP

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The safety and efficiency of trans catheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has been clearly demonstrated. In high-risk patients, the number of procedures is constantly increasing and in western European countries this procedure is employed in more than 30% of isolated aortic valve replacements. The ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Berdajs D

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The current review focuses on new trends in genome-wide assessment of the inherited component of blood pressure variation. RECENT FINDINGS:Systematic linkage and association analyses of a region on chromosome 1q, complemented by gene prioritization with comparative genomic evidence, revealed variants...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Hamet P,Seda O

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In recent decades, the physiology and late outcomes of the Fontan circulation have become better characterized and interest has turned to interventions that might improve exercise capacity and clinical sequelae. No therapy has currently been shown to be more effective for improving exercise capacity i...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Cordina R,d'Udekem Y

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intravenous thrombolysis has become a primary mode of reperfusion therapy for selected patients with acute myocardial infarction. The timing and potential benefits of cardiac angiography and coronary revascularization after thrombolysis in patients experiencing an uncomplicated myocardial infarction have been extensiv...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Aguirre FV,Merritt RF,Carollo SC

更新日期：1995-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Indications for cardiac catheterization--including coronary angiography--have substantially broadened with the advent of nonsurgical therapeutic interventions performed in the catheterization laboratory. Consequently, the increasing number of facilities performing these procedures require clear and unmistakable guidel...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Rafflenbeul W,Riedel M

更新日期：1993-07-01 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:Although arterial hypertension is less common in children than in adults, there is growing concern about elevated blood pressure (BP) in children and adolescents not only because of the association of elevated values with the overweight epidemic, but also as cardiovascular functions are determined in ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Santi M,Simonetti BG,Leoni-Foglia CF,Bianchetti MG,Simonetti GD

更新日期：2015-07-01 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：:The authors analyzed the early outcomes in two groups of patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) with single versus bilateral internal thoracic arteries (ITA) in their institution. One thousand sixty-nine patients underwent CABG with single or bilateral ITAs from 1990 to 2000. Of these patients, 911...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Walkes JC,Earle N,Reardon MJ,Glaeser DH,Wall MJ Jr,Huh J,Jones JW,Soltero ER

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this article is to review the strengths and weaknesses of systematic reviews and meta-analyses to inform our current understanding of cardiac surgery. RECENT FINDINGS:A systematic review and meta-analysis of a focused topic can provide a quantitative estimate for the effect of a treatm...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Yanagawa B,Tam DY,Mazine A,Tricco AC

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The emerging role of stress and particularly exercise echocardiography in mitral regurgitation has been recently emphasized. In fact, the evaluation of mitral regurgitation only under resting conditions might underestimate the full impact of the lesion and its clinical effects. RECENT FINDINGS:Exerci...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Lancellotti P,Magne J

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Natriuretic peptides, high-sensitivity cardiac troponins, and suppression of tumorigenicity 2 are novel biomarkers that reflect the intricate pathophysiology of heart failure and can thus be used for the diagnosis, management, and prognosis of heart failure. RECENT FINDINGS:This review article descri...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Ghashghaei R,Arbit B,Maisel AS

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To evaluate whether long-term antiplatelet therapy may be effective and well tolerated. RECENT FINDINGS:Five important studies assessed the efficacy and safety of clopidogrel therapy in different settings. However, the problems concerning the duration of therapy are based substantially on the Clopido...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Bolognese L,Angiolillo DJ

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The severity of low-flow, low-gradient aortic stenosis cases continue to be misunderstood because of challenging diagnosis, and treatment remains complex. We discuss current diagnostic and treatment modalities for low-flow, low-gradient aortic stenosis. RECENT FINDINGS:This article summarizes current...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Salemi A,Hameed I,Khan FM,Gaudino M

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The review is designed to outline the major developments in genetic testing in the cardiovascular arena in the past year or so. This is an exciting time in genetic testing as whole exome and whole genome approaches finally reach the clinic. These new approaches offer insight into disease causation in ...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Arndt AK,MacRae CA

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With 550,000 new cases each year, congestive heart failure is a major medical problem. Several medical therapies, including digoxin, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, and beta-blockers, have reduced the number of re-hospitalizations and slowed the progression of congestive heart failure. Angiotensin-converting...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Luck JC,Wolbrette DL,Boehmer JP,Ulsh PJ,Silber D,Naccarelli GV

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Malperfusion is present in up to 40% of acute type A aortic dissections (ATAADs) and results in increased morbidity and mortality. This review presents different management strategies in patients with ATAAD and malperfusion to improve outcomes. RECENT FINDINGS:While the ideal management strategy of A...

journal_title：Current opinion in cardiology

authors： Norton EL,Khaja MS,Williams DM,Yang B

更新日期：2019-11-01 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