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Update on Diagnosis and Management of Kawasaki Disease: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Circulation

Kawasaki disease (KD), an acute self-limited febrile illness that primarily affects children <5 years old, is the leading cause of acquired heart disease in developed countries, with the potential of leading to coronary artery dilation and coronary artery aneurysms in 25% of untreated patients.

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Apical Aneurysm Development in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging, Volume 16, Issue 11 , Page e015555, November 1, 2023.

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Cardiovascular Management of Aortopathy in Children: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Circulation

Aortopathy encompasses a spectrum of conditions predisposing to dilation, aneurysm, dissection, or rupture of the aorta and other blood vessels. Circulation, Ahead of Print. Pathogeneses include connective tissue disorders, smooth muscle contraction disorders, and congenital heart disease, including bicuspid aortic valve, among others.

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Coronary Sinus Aneurysm With a Sinoventricular Valve

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging, Volume 16, Issue 11 , Page e015513, November 1, 2023.

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Fellowship Programs Demystified: Why and When You Should Consider a Fellowship

ADN Center of Excellence

Cardiology Subspecializations such as interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, or cardiovascular imaging focus on treating heart diseases with precision and innovation. Here are a few examples: 1. How a Fellowship Impacts Your Career The benefits of a fellowship extend far beyond the training period.

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Mechanical Mitral Valve Avulsion and Mitral-Aortic Junction Pseudoaneurysm Following Surgical Treatment of Mitral Valve Aneurysm and Severe Aortic Insufficiency in a Patient With Spondyloarthropathy: A Rarity With a Possible Association

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging, Ahead of Print.