The British Journal of Cardiology

AUGUST 1, 2024

Lipoprotein(a) (Lp[a]) can improve the accuracy of assessment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and the risk of aortic valve stenosis. Management of high levels encourages rigorous attention to correction of other risk factors, such as blood pressure, smoking and low-density lipoprotein (LDL).

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The fundamental characteristic of atherosclerosis is when a cholesterol particle becomes trapped in the artery wall. It is the inflammatory response to this particle retention that causes the formation of atherosclerosis 1. Lipoprotein particles entering the subintimal space causing atherosclerosis. CE = Cholesterol Ester.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

AUGUST 14, 2024

Themed “Decoding the Constellation of Cardiometabolic Health and Risk Factors,” this year’s congress will tackle the growing health threat posed by cardiometabolic diseases, affecting 47 million people in the US. Attendees will gain valuable clinical insights and explore cutting-edge therapies aimed at improving overall health outcomes.

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CME Education Diabetes Innovation 72

Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Risk factors such as smoking, chronic kidney disease, and aging can contribute to plaque formation. The gradual loss of elasticity in arterial walls and the presence of other risk factors, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, contribute to the increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) observed in aging populations.

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Risk Factors Blood Pressure Chest Pain Plaque 40

Dr. Paddy Barrett

OCTOBER 31, 2023

When there is a history of early events, then the likelihood of a member of that family with an elevated Lp(a) having premature coronary atherosclerosis is high. Better lifestyle factors significantly reduced the risk of coronary artery disease, but even with an optimal lifestyle pattern, there was a small increase in risk 2.

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DAIC

JANUARY 23, 2024

Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), caused by plaque buildup in arterial walls, is one of the leading causes of disability and death worldwide.1,2 1,2 ASCVD causes or contributes to conditions that include coronary artery disease (CAD), cerebrovascular disease, and peripheral vascular disease (inclusive of aortic aneurysm).3

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Cardiovascular Disease Heart attacks Heart Attack Coronary Artery Disease 111

Dr. Paddy Barrett

APRIL 5, 2024

Primordial prevention is changing the environment around you so you do not develop the risk factors for heart disease and, by extension, do not get the disease early in life. Blood Pressure Control High blood pressure is the risk factor associated with the greatest number of deaths worldwide. N Engl J Med.

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Heart Disease Coronary Artery Disease Heart attacks Heart Attack 119

Hypertension Journal

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Recent consensus statements combine an increase in blood pressure upon standing with standing hypertension, but whether these 2 components have similar risk associations with cardiovascular disease (CVD) is unknown.METHODS:The ARIC study (Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities) measured supine and standing blood pressure during visit 1 (19871989).

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Cardiovascular Disease Hypertension Blood Pressure Heart Disease 60

Dr. Paddy Barrett

JANUARY 23, 2024

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. Over 80% of early heart disease is preventable. Share While the average Western male and female will develop advanced coronary artery disease by age 55 and 66, respectively, 85% of the Tsimane tribe population over 40 had no evidence of advanced atherosclerosis 2.

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Heart Disease Blood Pressure Dementia Atherosclerosis 105

Physiologically Speaking

APRIL 10, 2024

Doubling this amount to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity or 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity per week would (if adhered to, of course) yield massive benefits for cardiovascular health. Remember that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death around the world. Something’s gotta give.

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Atherosclerosis Plaque Exercise Cardiovascular Disease 52

Dr. Paddy Barrett

JUNE 7, 2024

Appreciating this distinction is critical to understanding heart disease. Heart disease is the presence of plaque or atherosclerosis in the coronary arteries. The ‘Event’ is caused by the ‘Disease’, atherosclerosis in this instance. Disease : Coronary Atherosclerosis.

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DAIC

MAY 16, 2024

PAD is a serious, progressive cardiovascular disease primarily caused by a buildup of fatty plaque in the blood vessels, or atherosclerosis. This plaque narrows the blood vessels and reduces blood flow to the legs and feet, which may significantly impair physical function, walking performance and quality of life.

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Peripheral Arterial Disease Exercise Ischemia Quality of Life 105

The Beat Blog

MARCH 30, 2022

Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) affect nearly half of all American adults, and in addition to their impact on health outcomes, they have significant economic implications. are associated with these conditions, the largest across all disease categories. 17% of all annual healthcare costs in the U.S.

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Blood Pressure Diabetes Risk Factors Cardiovascular Disease 52

Physiologically Speaking

MARCH 6, 2024

But the rising trends of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease and the falling trend of activity levels lead me to a dark conclusion: things probably aren’t going to get any better. ACE inhibitors block the angiotensin-converting enzyme to reduce blood pressure. Statins lower cholesterol. Nor should it be.

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Exercise Blood Pressure Risk Factors Physiology 92

Dr. Paddy Barrett

MAY 31, 2024

These noninvasive scans look directly at the coronary arteries rather than assessing for the risk factors for coronary artery disease eg LDL cholesterol, high blood pressure etc. Atherosclerosis in the proximal segment of the vessel. It is a marker of where someone is on a disease progression pathway. Am J Cardiol.

Heart Disease 97

Heart Disease Plaque Heart attacks Heart Attack 97

Dr. Paddy Barrett

OCTOBER 10, 2023

APOB The fundamental basis of coronary artery disease is when a cholesterol particle is retained in the artery wall, and an inflammatory cascade occurs, resulting in the formation of atherosclerosis. Blood Pressure Control For every 20 mmHg increase in systolic blood pressure, the risk of dying from heart attack or stroke doubles 3.

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Risk Factors Heart Disease Blood Pressure Coronary Artery Disease 52

Physiologically Speaking

APRIL 24, 2024

” ―William Shakespeare, Macbeth Sleep and cardiovascular disease: the epidemiological evidence Despite our knowledge that sleep is vital for human health and well being, we often neglect it. There is a considerable temporal variation in blood pressure, blood clotting, and endothelial function.

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Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Coronary artery calcium (CAC) is a measure of atherosclerosis and a strong predictor of cardiovascular disease. This finding might seem alarming since higher CACS is generally associated with an elevated risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). A new analysis helps us understand.

Risk Factors 105

Risk Factors Genetic predisposition Plaque Exercise 105

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The study found reductions in the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI), inflammation markers, and systolic blood pressure, making it a promising dual-purpose medication for managing obesity-related complications.

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Blood Pressure Obesity Preserved Ejection Fraction Coronary Artery Disease 59

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Attendees, including hundreds of health professionals, gained access to the latest knowledge and developments in the field, from exclusive insights from one of the foremost authorities on atherosclerosis, Dr. Peter Libby, to innovations like new therapeutic agents and exciting advancements in renal protection.

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CME Obesity Heart Failure Biomarkers 103

Hypertension Journal

MARCH 7, 2025

BACKGROUND:The cardio-ankle vascular index (CAVI) and heart-thigh index (ht) assess arterial stiffness by correcting pulse wave velocity for blood pressure to achieve less dependency on blood pressure variations. Participants with higher blood pressure, height, and diabetes exhibited higher CAVI and ht.

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