Hybrid therapy for ventricular arrhythmia management.

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：:Patients who have chest pain following the use of cocaine have become more common in emergency departments throughout the United States,with approximately 6% of these patients sustaining an acute MI. The authors have described the rationale for recommending aspirin, benzodiaze-pines, and nitroglycerin as first-line tr...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Hollander JE,Henry TD

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most prevalent heart rhythm disorder. AF accounts for a great proportion of deaths because it independently increases all-cause mortality and cardiovascular mortality risks. Ischemic stroke is the most common cardiovascular adverse event in AF patients. Oral anticoagulation (OAC) therap...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Proietti M,Lip GY

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Balloon floatation pulmonary artery catheters (PACs) have been used for hemodynamic monitoring in cardiac, medical, and surgical intensive care units since the 1970s. With the availability of newer noninvasive diagnostic modalities, particularly echocardiography, the frequency of diagnostic pulmonary artery catheteriz...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Gidwani UK,Mohanty B,Chatterjee K

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article describes the background and methodology of the published studies assessing the effects of cholesterol-lowering therapy and of treatment of multiple risk factors on the progression of coronary atherosclerosis. The results are then presented, followed by a discussion of the lessons that can be learned from...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Waters D

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Medical management of PAD is a considerable challenge. Although patients typically present with IC, there is a substantial pool of subclinical PAD patients. PAD, whether symptomatic or not, confers a marked cardiovascular risk; with affected patients dying of heart attack or stroke, identification of index patients an...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Brook RD,Weder AB,Grossman PM,Rajagopalan S

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hypertensive heart disease (HHD), a result of long-standing hypertension, is characterized by changes in the myocardial structure and function in the absence of other primary cardiovascular abnormalities. Although increased blood pressure is the initiating stimulus, neurohormonal factors, particularly the renin-angiot...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Georgiopoulou VV,Kalogeropoulos AP,Raggi P,Butler J

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many types of artificial sensors for adaptive-rate pacing have appeared but as yet there is no single sensor that properly reflects metabolic demand under all circumstances. Several other types of sensors are currently evaluated. Combinations of different sensors in a single unit are very promising. At present, howeve...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Katritsis D,Camm AJ

更新日期：1992-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Myocardial systolic contractile dysfunction can occur despite preservation of myocardial viability, conditions referred to as myocardial 'stunning' or 'hibernation.' Because simple assessment of wall motion does not adequately distinguish nonviable from viable but noncontracting myocardial regions, clinicians require ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Gimple LW,Beller GA

更新日期：1994-05-01 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：:This article reviews the definition, locations, and pathogenesis of acute myocardial infarction and provides a review of the pathology of acute reperfusion therapy. Various complications and sequelae of acute myocardial infarction are also surveyed. ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Waller BF

更新日期：1988-02-01 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：:Diabetes and the metabolic syndrome, including insulin resistance, that underlies it are hyper-coagulable states. Increased platelet reactivity,augmented activity of the coagulation system,and impaired fibrinolysis are characteristic and understood to a remarkable extent. In aggregate,these derangements contribute to ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Sobel BE,Schneider DJ

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Concurrent, independent clinical series at Yale University and the University of Virginia demonstrate an important role for CABG in patients with advanced ischemic cardiomyopathy. It is found that CABG can be performed safely in these patients, both angina and congestive heart failure states improve, ejection fraction...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Elefteriades JA,Kron IL

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stress-first approaches to myocardial perfusion imaging provide diagnostically and prognostically accurate perfusion data equivalent to a full rest-stress study, save time in the imaging laboratory, and reduce the radiation exposure to patients and laboratory staff. Converting a nuclear cardiology laboratory from a co...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Hussain N,Parker MW,Henzlova MJ,Duvall WL

更新日期：2016-02-01 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：: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：:This is an extensive review of thrombolysis in myocardial infarction with discussions of the pathophysiology of occlusion, clinical occlusion and rationale for thrombolysis, thrombolytic agents, results of thrombolysis (incidence of reperfusion, left ventricular function, and mortality), complications of thrombolytic ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Chesebro JH,Holmes DR,Mock MB,Gersh BG,Fuster V

更新日期：1988-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intracoronary ultrasound provides unique information during percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA), including more accurate measurement of vessel size and plaque burden as well as plaque characteristics such as composition and distribution. As a research tool, it has been useful in determining the mecha...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Tenaglia AN

更新日期：1997-02-01 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：:Treatment of coronary bifurcation lesions represents a challenging area in interventional cardiology, but recent advances in percutaneous coronary interventions have led to a dramatic increase in the number of patients successfully treated percutaneously. When compared with nonbifurcation interventions, bifurcation in...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Sharma SK,Kini AS

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As the incidence of valvular disease in the elderly is increasing, understanding of its pathogenesis and natural progression as well as surgical approaches and device technologies are improving. Future studies are needed to develop medical interventions that slow or halt the degenerative valvular processes associated ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Hinchman DA,Otto CM

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article discusses exercise testing in valvular heart disease, hypertension, and the evaluation of patients for surgery. It also provides information on the effects of drugs on the exercise test and the clinical significance of block patterns and arrhythmias encountered during exercise. ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Ellestad MH

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An appreciation of the existence of circadian variation in association with the onset of acute coronary disease and of the public health and clinical implications of this temporal nonrandom disease occurrence with possible precipitating factors has been gained only over the past decade. Data providing support for the ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Goldberg RJ

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There have been significant advances in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient with mitral stenosis over the past two decades. Two-dimensional and Doppler echocardiography have supplanted the cardiac catheterization laboratory in the diagnosis and determination of the hemodynamic severity of the stenotic mitral va...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Bruce CJ,Nishimura RA

更新日期：1998-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The field of defibrillation is one of the most rapidly advancing areas in resuscitation. Defibrillation is also one of the most promising interventions for achieving improved survival from cardiac arrest. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of the science and clinical applications of defibrillation. ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Peberdy MA

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:On a variety of fronts, chronic infection has been found to be significantly associated with the development of atherosclerosis and the clinical complications of unstable angina, myocardial infarction, and stroke. For the most part, these relationships are still just associations. Failure to confirm initial reports of...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Muhlestein JB,Anderson JL

更新日期：2003-08-01 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：:Besides the anatomoclinical correlates of disturbances in impulse formation and conduction, this article also considers the three mechanisms now known to underlie tachyarrhythmias: focally enhanced automaticity, triggered activity, and, in particular, reentry. ...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Rossi L

更新日期：1983-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chest pain is a common complaint in the emergency department, and it is the job of clinicians to rule out life-threatening diagnoses such as acute coronary syndrome. The history, physical examination, cardiac risk factors, electrocardiogram findings, and clinician judgment are often not enough to distinguish between c...

journal_title：Cardiology clinics

authors： Chang AM,Fischman DL,Hollander JE

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00