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Arrhythmia Heart Disease Heart Failure 
Heart BMJ
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
In adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD patients), atrial arrhythmias (AA) and heart failure (HF) are common. 1 Factors related to congenital heart disease, such as underlying anatomy, surgical repair technique and scars, can all be considered as AA substrates.
Heart BMJ
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
Background Atrial arrhythmias (AA) and heart failure (HF) are major causes of hospitalisation in adult congenital heart disease (ACHD). Methods In this single-centre retrospective cohort study, data from 3995 patients with ACHD were analysed.
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
JANUARY 28, 2025
Long COVID-19 was associated with a higher risk of thromboembolic disorders [HR 3.12 (1.60, 6.08)], coronary heart disease [HR 1.61 (1.13, 2.31)], stroke [HR 1.71 (1.07,2.72)], arrhythmia [HR 1.60 (1.13, 2.26)], cardiomyopathy [HR 1.71 (1.12, 2.61)], myocarditis [HR 6.11 (4.17,8.94)], hypertension [HR 1.70 (1.56, 1.85)], heart failure [HR 1.72 (1.15,2.59)] (..)
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Science Daily - Heart Disease
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Researchers identified a lipid that is involved in regulating cardiac ion channels, providing insights into possible mechanisms of cardiac arrhythmias in heart failure and a potential pathway for future therapeutic development.
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Science Daily - Heart Disease
APRIL 22, 2024
Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac arrhythmia worldwide with around 59 million people concerned in 2019. This irregular heartbeat is associated with increased risks of heart failure, dementia and stroke. It constitutes a significant burden to healthcare systems, making its early detection and treatment a major goal.
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Science Daily - Heart Disease
AUGUST 30, 2024
ABYSS suggests that long-term beta-blocker therapy is recommended after an MI, even in the absence of heart failure, arrhythmia or uncontrolled hypertension.
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DAIC
DECEMBER 27, 2023
With the unveiling of the Genesis System, Baptist Health Lexington has become the first in Kentucky, and one of the first in the world, to provide the latest advancement in robotic technology to treat cardiac arrhythmias. “We For more information: www.stereotaxis.com If you enjoy this content, please share it with a colleague
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DAIC
JUNE 18, 2024
A projected rise in heart disease and stroke – along with several key risk factors, including high blood pressure and obesity – is likely to triple related costs to $1.8 population could be affected by cardiovascular disease within the next 30 years, according to two new science reports.
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Ken Grauer, MD
SEPTEMBER 15, 2024
For full discussion of the case — CLICK HERE — ECG Rhythm Overview: A 12-year-old boy was admitted to our hospital with severe myocardial dysfunction and chaotic rhythm with tachy- and bradycardic arrhythmias. consistent with RAA (which is consistent with this patient’s underlying heart disease.
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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
JANUARY 10, 2024
Introduction Heart transplantation (HT) is the only treatment option in children with heart failure secondary to cardiomyopathies and non-reparable congenital heart diseases. 111.87), arrhythmias were detected in 9 (33%) patients. We did not identify significant risk factors for arrhythmias post-HT.
AMS Cardiology
AUGUST 15, 2023
Heart disease remains a prevalent and serious health concern that affects millions worldwide. Understanding the risk factors, recognizing the signs and seeking guidance from a cardiologist can play a significant role in preventing and treating this disease. Smoking – Smoking is the most preventable cause of heart disease.
All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Autonomic dysfunction caused by spinal cord injury is associated with abnormalities in blood pressure, heart rate variability, arrhythmias and blunted cardiovascular response to exercise which can limit the capacity to perform physical activity [1]. Survivors with severe disability had the highest risk. Am J Phys Med Rehabil.
Heart 2023 Conference
JANUARY 17, 2024
This institute is dedicated to pioneering research, innovation, and the development of clinically effective techniques for addressing various heart conditions. Additionally, it offers comprehensive cardiac screening and preventive care.
Circulation
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Introduction:The treatment of heart failure (HF) with hydralazine-isosorbide dinitrate (H-ISDN) in African Americans (AA) with New York Heart Association (NYHA) III-IV who remain symptomatic despite optimal medical therapy is a class Ia indication.
MIBHS
JULY 31, 2024
While this response is adaptive in the short term, chronic stress keeps your blood pressure elevated for extended periods, increasing your risk of hypertension (high blood pressure) and its associated complications, such as heart disease and stroke.
Wellnest
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
The heart drives the circulatory system, ensuring that all the body's organs and tissues receive the oxygen they require. Unfortunately, heart disease ranks among the world's major causes of illness and demise. High blood pressure and heart disease are related to insomnia.
Journal of the American Heart Association
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Journal of the American Heart Association, Ahead of Print. BackgroundIschemic cardiomyopathy (ICM) is the end stage of ischemic heart disease, in which ventricular remodeling contributes to a fatal ventricular arrhythmia, worsens heart function and unfavorable outcomes, and is related to persistent chronic inflammation.
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Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Sympathectomy or spinal cord stimulation for the treatment of angina pectoris, as well as cardiac sympathetic denervation for the treatment of long QT syndrome associated with malignant ventricular arrhythmias, have been available and performed for more than half a century.
DAIC
JULY 15, 2024
Health systems leveraging Guidehealth can seamlessly integrate Story Health’s program to support at-risk patients with heart conditions like heart failure, hypertension, and arrhythmia, providing better care while also reducing the total cost of care, according to a written statement detailing the deal.
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BoardVitals - Cardiovascular
JUNE 14, 2017
In preparation for the ABIM Cardiovascular Disease exam, check out the BoardVitals Cardiology Board Review Question Bank and we’ll make sure you’re well versed in the following 13 areas covered on the exam: Multiple-Choice Component Arrhythmias 15% Coronary Artery Disease 23% Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy 17% Valvular Disease 15% Pericardial (..)
DAIC
DECEMBER 19, 2023
OSA disproportionately affects the 92 million Americans living with cardiovascular disease (CVD), often goes undiagnosed (1) , and doubles the risk for heart failure and other serious cardiovascular conditions. FACC, FHRS, FHSC , Executive Medical Director, Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute at St. David's Medical Center.
BoardVitals - Cardiovascular
JULY 26, 2022
The exam covers the following topics: Arrhythmias 15% Coronary Artery Disease 21.5% Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy 19% Valvular Disease 15% Pericardial Disease 3% Congenital Heart Disease 3% Vascular Diseases 5% Systemic Hypertension and Hypotension 8.5%
Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
Advanced disease presents as heart failure and cardiac arrhythmias conferring poor prognosis. Infiltrative cardiomyopathies are often diagnosed late or misclassified as other more common conditions, such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, hypertensive heart disease, ischemic or other forms of nonischemic cardiomyopathies.
All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders
MARCH 30, 2024
Transcript of the video: Ebstein’s Anomaly is one of the cyanotic congenital heart disease in which survival to adult life is common. This can be a source of cardiac arrhythmia as well. A huge right atrium can also predispose to supraventricular arrhythmias in Ebstein’s anomaly.
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BoardVitals - Cardiovascular
MAY 15, 2022
The Cardiology MOC exam covers the following subjects : Arrhythmias 15% Coronary Artery Disease 21.5% Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy 19% Valvular Disease 15% Pericardial Disease 3% Congenital Heart Disease 3% Vascular Diseases 5% Systemic Hypertension and Hypotension 8.5%
Cardiometabolic Health Congress
AUGUST 30, 2024
Discover 2024’s Critical Advances in Cardiometabolic Care Here are some recent advances in cardiology: Aortic Disease : Moderate hypothermia during aortic arch surgery is effective, reducing the need for deep hypothermia. Heart Failure : Home-based cardiac rehabilitation is as effective as center-based programs.
Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology, Ahead of Print. BACKGROUND:A growing number of patients with tetralogy of Fallot develop left ventricular systolic dysfunction and heart failure, in addition to right ventricular dysfunction. years) with tetralogy of Fallot and CRT were enrolled.
Circulation
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Cardiac fibrosis is a pathological hallmark of almost all forms of heart disease, characterized by excessive deposition of extracellular matrix (ECM) proteins by activated fibroblasts, leading to cardiomyocyte hypertrophy, arrhythmias, and heart failure.
Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
JANUARY 9, 2024
Slow VT below the detection rate of the ICD lead to worsening heart failure and low stroke volume. Post conversion of VT the patient had low output cardiac failure and became unstable and hypoperfused. Cardiac output (CO) was being maintained by the tachycardia. After atrial rhythm/SR was restored the patient slowly improved.
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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
MARCH 15, 2023
In the study below, almost all patients had serious heart disease and they are less likely to convert with electricity alone. The Role of Sinus Arrhythmia: I found it interesting to compare the long lead II rhythm strips in the 3 serial tracings from today’s case ( Figure-1 ). 25, 2022 ).
Vector Remote
APRIL 14, 2023
These remote monitoring capabilities quickly advanced and gave physicians access to patient data for more immediate and accurate diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias. However, it has also resulted in an influx of data that many clinics are not equipped to manage.
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All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders
APRIL 30, 2024
Angina is another common symptom due the hypertrophy which causes a coronary supply demand mismatch Symptoms of HCM include syncope/near syncope, which could be precipitated by exertion, hypovolemia, rapid standing, Valsalva manoeuvre, diuretics, vasodilators or arrhythmia. Palpitations can be felt if there are arrhythmias.
Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
APRIL 6, 2023
Medical history: History of Ischemic Heart Disease History of Congestive Heart Failure Diabetes Mellitus requiring treatment with insulin Pre-operative serum creatinine >2 mg/dL He had this ECG recorded: What do you think? Taking a Closer LOOK : There is a fairly marked sinus arrhythmia ( RED arrows in Figure-2 ).
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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
NOVEMBER 19, 2016
myocardial infarction), arrhythmias, valvular pathology, shunts, or outflow obstructions. In cardiogenic shock, fluid may worsen the pulmonary edema associated with acute heart failure, but may still be required to support the hemodynamic status of the patient. Heart 2011; 97 : 838-843 [link] 14.
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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
JANUARY 22, 2020
Given the heart failure and markedly abnormal ECGs I would expect cardiac cath at some point to have been performed. In my experience the aspect of interpretation that computer algorithms do most poorly in, is interpretation of complex arrhythmias. I schemic H eart D isease can be recent or longstanding.
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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Coronary heart disease (CHD), with common complications including myocardial infarction, arrhythmia, heart failure, is one of the leading causes of global death. Both elevated lactate levels and decreased albumin levels may reflect the body's stress response and inflammatory reaction.
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AMS Cardiology
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
While the holidays themselves can’t cause a heart attack , certain things people do during the hectic, festive season may stress their heart health more than they realize. So, how can you lower your risk for heart attacks, heart disease and other complications?
52 CTVS
APRIL 12, 2025
Heart disease affects millions of Americans and remains the leading cause of death for both men and women year after year. It refers to the serious conditions affecting the heart, its operation and structure, and the many blood vessels, veins and arteries surrounding it.
Open Heart
JANUARY 19, 2025
Methods We included adult patients who had undergone Fontan surgery for congenital heart disease and were pregnant between 1994 and 2021. We aimed to evaluate the immediate and long-term outcomes among these patients who were followed at our centre. We examined maternal and obstetric outcomes.
MIBHS
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Dilation: The chambers of the heart expand, making the walls thinner. Both forms of enlargement may compromise the heart’s ability to pump blood efficiently, leading to further complications like heart failure. What Causes an Enlarged Heart? Here are some of the most common causes: 1.
DAIC
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
The inherited heart condition often goes undiagnosed until it advances to heart failure, which is why it’s important to identify those at risk and begin treatment early. heart failure/heart transplant programs that contributed to the study. Eventually heart failure may develop, which is late-phase disease.
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AMS Cardiology
OCTOBER 11, 2023
In the cardiology world, understanding the intricate connection between genetics and heart disease is of paramount importance. Below, we explore the relationship between genetics and heart disease, shedding light on the key factors contributing to a person being at risk. Is Heart Disease Genetic ?
Open Heart
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Objectives Patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) are increasingly pursuing pregnancy, highlighting the need for data on late cardiovascular events (more than 6 months after delivery).
Open Heart
JANUARY 18, 2024
Methods Patients from the Swiss Adult Congenital HEart disease Registry were included. Predictors of a composite adverse event (arrhythmias, hospitalisation for heart failure and death) were identified by multivariate Cox regression analysis. Their median values were used to create a risk score.
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