Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Background:Racial disparities in stroke prevalence and outcomes have been well documented in previous studies, but there is not sufficient data based on post-menopausal women. Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP120-ATP120, February 1, 2024. Demographics were analyzed after stratifying the population by race. were white, 16.5%

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Hospital Stroke Strokes Inpatient 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Introduction:The paucity of large-scale data exploring the effect of prior bariatric surgery on recurrent stroke outcomes in elderly obese stroke survivors led us to address the gap, with an emphasis on the risk of recurrent stroke and its trends.Methods:A retrospective study was conducted using National Inpatient Sample data from 2016-2019.

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Obesity Inpatient Stroke Strokes 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

However, the impact of NOACs on clinical outcomes in real-world practice remains ambiguous. The primary outcome was a composite of recurrent stroke, myocardial infarction, and all-cause mortality. Between 2011 and 2019, there was a significant decrease in the 1-year incidence of the primary composite outcome from 28.3%

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Atrial Fibrillation Outcomes Stroke Strokes 40

Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality & Outcomes

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, Ahead of Print. Background:Traditional cardiac rehabilitation (CR) improves cardiovascular outcomes and reduces mortality, but less is known about the relative benefit of intensive CR (ICR) which incorporates greater lifestyle education through 72 sessions (versus 36 in CR). female).

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Cardiac Rehabilitation Medicare Outcomes Hospital 40

Circulation

JANUARY 22, 2024

The ability to track and report data from these broader aspirational targets will potentially require expansion of existing data sets, development of new data sets, and enhanced integration of technology to collect process and outcome data, as well as partnerships of the AHA with national, state, and local organizations.

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Cardiac Arrest COVID-19 Defibrillator Outcomes 69

Open Heart

JANUARY 18, 2024

We aimed to investigate whether preprocedural HFA-PEFF score could be used to predict clinical outcomes in patients with AF who underwent catheter ablation (CA). years) from July 2011 to December 2019 were included in this retrospective study. HFpEF was defined as an HFA-PEFF score ≥5.

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Atrial Fibrillation Preserved Ejection Fraction Ablation Outcomes 52

DAIC

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The results showed that giving blood thinners in addition to clot-busting medications to people with ischemic strokes (clot-caused strokes) did not improve their outcomes 90 days later. The study was looking for improvement in functional outcomes at 90 days. those receiving argatroban averaged 5.2,

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Stroke Strokes Outcomes Thrombolysis 105

Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

IntroductionDue to the relative rarity of unruptured intracranial aneurysms (UIA) in the pediatric population, evidence regarding treatment modalities and clinical outcomes remains limited. Utilization of EVT significantly increased during the study period from 54.3% (2002‐2004) to 78.6% (2017‐2019) (p = 0.002 by Cochrane‐Armitage test).

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Pediatrics Aneurysm Outcomes Inpatient 40

Journal of the American Heart Association

JANUARY 31, 2024

BackgroundPatients with ischemic stroke and concomitant COVID‐19 infection have worse outcomes than those without this infection, but the impact of COVID‐19 on hemorrhagic stroke remains unclear. We aimed to assess if COVID‐19 worsens outcomes in intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH).Methods 1.14]), 5% higher mortality (OR, 1.05 [95% CI, 1.02–1.08]),

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COVID-19 Hemorrhage Outcomes Nursing 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Introduction:Atrial fibrillation (AF) and cancer are both independently associated with worse outcomes in patients with acute ischemic stroke. Few studies have evaluated the impact of AF on outcomes of cancer-related stroke. The primary outcome was in-hospital mortality. The primary exposure was a diagnosis of AF.

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Cancer Atrial Fibrillation Stroke Strokes 40

Stroke Journal

APRIL 3, 2024

Steno-occlusive changes in the posterior cerebral arteries (PCAs) may contribute to worsened outcomes in patients with MMD; however, there is little information on the incidence and natural history of posterior circulation MMD (PCMMD). Demographics, perioperative outcomes, and radiological phenotypes were recorded for 770 patients.

Circulation 40

Circulation Outcomes Academic Atherosclerosis 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

However, limited studies have compared their clinical features and outcomes. National Inpatient Sample (2005-2019) using ICD-9 and ICD-10 codes. These findings advocate for tailored treatment strategies based on dissection type to optimize patient outcomes. vs. 8.7%), atrial fibrillation (6.1% vs. 3.7%), hypertension (58.0%

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Inpatient Outcomes Atrial Fibrillation Thrombolysis 40

Science Daily - Heart Disease

APRIL 22, 2024

Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac arrhythmia worldwide with around 59 million people concerned in 2019. These results pave the way for integration into wearable technologies, allowing early interventions and better patient outcomes. It gives early warnings on average 30 minutes before onset, with an accuracy of around 80%.

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Arrhythmia Atrial Fibrillation Dementia Heart Failure 94

Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality & Outcomes

APRIL 29, 2024

Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, Ahead of Print. There are no randomized clinical trials of coronary assessment after HF diagnosis.METHODS:Using an electronic health record cohort of all individuals with HF within the San Francisco Health Network from 2001 to 2019, we identified factors associated with coronary assessment.

Heart Failure 40

Heart Failure Coronary Artery Disease Outcomes Risk Factors 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Our study aims to describe the trends and outcomes of patients with Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (SAH) using a Nationwide Inpatient Sample (NIS) database.Methods:We examined the 2016-2020 NIS database, focusing on patients aged 18 years and older with a primary SAH discharge diagnosis.

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COVID-19 Hemorrhage Outcomes Inpatient 40

Journal of the American Heart Association

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The quarterly prevalence and outcomes were reported. in the first quarter of 2019 to 58.3% After adjusting for the confounders, the risk difference in the fourth quarter of 2021 relative to the first quarter of 2019 for in‐hospital mortality was not significant (adjusted odds ratio, 0.84 [95% CI, 0.69–1.01]).ConclusionsOur

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Cardiogenic Shock Outcomes Aortic Hospital 40

Open Heart

JUNE 6, 2023

In a large cohort of adults with moderate or greater MR, we aimed to describe the prevalence and severity of PHT and assess its influence on outcomes. Methods In this retrospective study, we analysed the National Echocardiography Database of Australia (data from 2000 to 2019). years, IQR 1.3–6.2

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Bicuspid/Mitral Pulmonary Hypertension Outcomes 52

HCPLive

APRIL 11, 2024

24 examining trends in incidence and outcomes of emergency department visits related to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy from 2006 to 2019. Ahmad Masri, MD, MS, discusses a study from ACC.24

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Cardiomyopathy Outcomes 52

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Background:Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) increases the risk of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST), and previous reports derived from small case series reported a high mortality in these patients, up to 40%. Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP180-ATP180, February 1, 2024.

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COVID-19 Thrombosis Outcomes Hospital 40

Circulation: Heart Failure

MARCH 8, 2024

Patient characteristics, outcomes, and procedural volume were compared among 3 cohorts: admissions to non-ATCs, admissions to ATCs, and transfers to ATCs. A secondary analysis evaluated outcomes for severe HF hospitalizations (cardiogenic shock, cardiac arrest, and mechanical ventilation).

Heart Failure 40

Heart Failure Cardiogenic Shock Outcomes Cardiac Arrest 40

Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality & Outcomes

JANUARY 19, 2024

Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, Ahead of Print. Methods:This study included 1045 patients with HCM who had baseline cTnI and CK-MB measurements at Fuwai Hospital between 1999 and 2019. This study explores the roles of cTnI (cardiac troponin I) and CK-MB in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM).Methods:This

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Biomarkers Sudden Cardiac Death Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Cardiomyopathy 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Introduction:The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies holds promise for improving healthcare outcomes. The study focused on adult patients (18 years or older) admitted to Alexian Brothers Medical Center in Illinois between 2019-2022 who were diagnosed with acute ischemic stroke.

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Stroke Strokes Outcomes Technology 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

This study aims to compare recurrent stroke risk of AC versus AP therapy in the interim from index stroke/TIA to PFO closure in a more limited timeline.Methods:The study design was a retrospective cohort study, including patients discussed at an institution’s multi-disciplinary PFO committee meetings between September 2019 and October 2022.

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Outcomes COVID-19 Stroke Strokes 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Introduction:Previous studies have demonstrated the predictive capabilities of machine learning (ML) models using clinical, imaging, and angiographic characteristics in determining the clinical outcome of patients undergoing endovascular treatment for acute ischemic stroke. The area under the curve for predicting good outcome was 0.76

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Stroke Strokes Outcomes Laboratory 40

Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The impact of supraventricular arrhythmias on the outcomes of guideline-compliance implantable cardioverter defibrillators programming. However, it remains unknown whether these optimal programming recommendations only benefit those with SVAs or have any detrimental effects from delayed therapy on those without SVAs.

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Defibrillator Arrhythmia Outcomes Article 40

Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Introductionintracranial dissecting aneurysm in pediatric age group is uncommon and very few studies are available comparing outcome following endovascular and surgery. Overall, 22 (88%) patients experienced a favorable outcome, while three (12%) had an unfavorable outcome during a mean follow‐up of 22.32 ± 7.43

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Aneurysm Pediatrics Outcomes Hemorrhage 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

We aimed to examine the impact of dexmedetomidine on outcomes in patients with anterior circulation large vessel occlusion (acLVO) requiring neurocritical care after endovascular therapy (EVT).Methods:We While favorable functional outcome was less frequently observed in the dexmedetomidine than in the comparator group (7.9%

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Stroke Strokes Outcomes Thrombolysis 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

We aim to further characterize this risk and its in hospital consequences using a large population based sample over a 20 year study period.Methods:Using the Nationwide Inpatient Sample (2000-2019), we selected for patients who had ICH. A 1:1 propensity score matched cohort was generated. vs 23.2%, p<0.001).

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Hemorrhage Outcomes Kidney Disease Atrial Fibrillation 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

As compared to stable patients, those with clinical improvement had better 3-month functional outcome (adjusted common OR=2.39; 95%CI=1.57-3.64), 3.64), while those with deterioration had worse outcome (adjusted common OR=0.56, 95%CI=0.34-0.92).Conclusion:Substantial

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Hospital Outcomes Thrombolysis Document 40

Journal of the American Heart Association

JANUARY 12, 2024

BackgroundReasons for racial disparities in the use and outcomes of endovascular treatment (ET) are not known. Using unadjusted and adjusted multilevel logistic models, we examined associations between measures of segregation and outcomes of discharge home, inpatient mortality, and 30‐day mortality.

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Hospital Outcomes Inpatient Stroke 40

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

functional dependence or death, modified Rankin Score [mRS] 3-6) versus favorable outcomes (ie., Hub nodes were defined by betweenness centrality and facilitate effects across the network.Results:From 2013-2019, 990 721 (62.3%) stroke patients had mRS of 3-6 and 597 477 (37.6%) had mRS 0-2 at discharge.

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Stroke Strokes Outcomes Health Disparities 40

Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

This study aims to investigate the incidence, complications, and outcomes of SAH patients who develop HIT.MethodsICD‐9‐CM and ICD‐10‐CM codes were used to query the National Inpatient Sample for patients with SAH between 2010 and 2019. Results76,387 patients were diagnosed with SAH between 2010 and 2019.

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Hemorrhage Aneurysm Outcomes Thrombosis 40

DAIC

JANUARY 11, 2024

Researchers analyze primary and secondary cardiovascular outcomes in 132,784 inpatients with COVID-19 (October 8, 2020 to September 30, 2021) and 31,173 inpatients with non-COVID-19 pneumonia (January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2019) in Korea. The results indicate a lower risk of cardiovascular disease in COVID-19 patients.

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COVID-19 Hospital Thrombosis Inpatient 103

DAIC

MARCH 20, 2024

While they have yet to test this in humans, Nahrendorf said a treatment like this could be used as a preventive measure to help COVID-19 patients with pre-existing conditions, or people who are likely to have more severe outcomes from SARS-CoV-2 associated ARDS.

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COVID-19 Heart Attack Heart attacks Research 105

Journal of the American Heart Association

JANUARY 19, 2024

The association between longer time to ECMO and worse outcomes appeared stronger in patients with lower shock severity.ConclusionsLonger delays from admission to ECMO initiation were associated with higher a mortality rate in a large‐scale, international registry. 1.10];P<0.001).

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Cardiogenic Shock Outcomes Cardiac Arrest Hospital 40

Journal of the American Heart Association

DECEMBER 12, 2023

BackgroundWe previously reported procedural and 30‐day outcomes of a German early multicenter experience with the PASCAL system for severe mitral regurgitation (MR). A total of 282 patients were included (33% DMR, 50% FMR, 17% MMR).

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Bicuspid/Mitral Outcomes Anatomy 40

DAIC

JULY 29, 2024

Researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University have developed a new scoring model, using only prehospital resuscitation data, that accurately predicts neurological outcomes of patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA). Adverse outcomes include severe disability, vegetative state, or death. for both groups.

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Cardiac Arrest Hospital Heart Rhythm Research 119