Circulation

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

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.

Aneurysm 81

Aneurysm Myocardial Infarction Cardiovascular Imaging Ischemia 81

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

MAY 19, 2020

The patient's heart had significant recovery: Echo : Estimated LVEF 32%, apical wall motion abnormality with diastolic distortion (LV aneurysm), suggestive of old MI. distal stenosis or occluded small branches), and 3) nonischemic causes for myocyte injury (e.g., It was uncertain whether this represented: 1. myocarditis).

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Defibrillator Circulation Plaque Cardiac Arrest 52

DAIC

JANUARY 22, 2024

Over the next five years, each researcher will receive a total of $1 million in funding from the Association, the world’s leading voluntary organization focused on heart and brain health and research, now celebrating 100 years of lifesaving work. The recipient of the 2024 award are: Joseph Loscalzo , M.D.,

Heart Disease 105

Heart Disease Research Aneurysm Cardiovascular Disease 105

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

MARCH 9, 2023

Note that this obvious STEMI does not have 100% stenosis at the time of cath. Hyperacute T waves do not yet have a formal research definition, but are likely defined best by an increased ratio of area under the curve compared to their QRS complex. It showed a mid LAD culprit with 95% with no pre intervention timi flow listed.

Chest Pain 52

Chest Pain STEMI Myocardial Infarction Blog 52

DAIC

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

1, 2024 — Researchers at UTHealth Houston have identified genetic variants linked to a rare form of bicuspid aortic valve disease that affects young adults and can lead to dangerous and potentially life-threatening aortic complications. tim.hodson Wed, 09/04/2024 - 15:53 Sept.

Aortic valve 52

Aortic valve Bicuspid/Mitral Aortic Research 52

DAIC

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

During the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2024, ISC24, eleven scientists leading the way in stroke research will be recognized for their exceptional professional achievements. The world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and brain health is being held Feb.

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Stroke Strokes Research Health Disparities 105

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

APRIL 8, 2015

Look for Vascular Etiology -- think of these while doing H and P: --Bleeding: ruptured AAA, GI bleed, ruptured ectopic pregnancy, other spontaneous bleed such as mesenteric aneurysms. Aortic Dissection, Valvular (especially Aortic Stenosis), Tamponade. heart auscultation (aortic stenosis); c. orthostatic vitals b.

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Arrhythmia Outcomes Chest Pain Risk Factors 52