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Is Anemia Common After Heart Bypass Surgery?

MIBHS

Vitamin-deficiency anemia : Results from a lack of vitamin B12 or folic acid, both vital for producing red blood cells. Anemia of chronic disease : A type of anemia commonly seen in patients with long-term health conditions such as kidney disease or heart disease.

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New Guidelines on Peripheral Artery Disease Issued by American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and Leading Medical Societies

DAIC

A new joint guideline from the American Heart Association (AHA), the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and nine other medical societies reports early diagnosis and treatment of peripheral artery disease is essential to improve outcomes and reduce amputation risk, heart attack, stroke and death for people with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).

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2024’s Mid-Year Review: FDA-Approved Cardiorenal Metabolic Drugs and Devices 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Join us as we examine the landmark approvals that are revolutionizing patient outcomes. Notes: Approved after initial rejection two years prior based on safety data from Japan, where the drug had been used since 2020 It can only be used in kidney disease patients on dialysis for at least 3 months.

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Early Rhythm Control, Lifestyle Modification and More Tailored Stroke Risk Assessment Are Top Goals in Managing Atrial Fibrillation

DAIC

For example, kidney disease is not included in CHA 2 DS 2 -VASc. This device sits in the heart’s left atrial appendage, where blood clots often form, to prevent them from getting into the bloodstream.

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Physiology Friday #196: Resistance Training and Heart Health

Physiologically Speaking

Participating in any resistance training is associated with a 15%–17% lower risk for these outcomes compared to non-participation. Most data suggest that 30–60 minutes per week is sufficient to maximize the risk reduction — benefits start to plateau and then reverse after this threshold.

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Physiology Friday #196: Resistance Training and Heart Health

Physiologically Speaking

Participating in any resistance training is associated with a 15%–17% lower risk for these outcomes compared to non-participation. Most data suggest that 30–60 minutes per week is sufficient to maximize the risk reduction — benefits start to plateau and then reverse after this threshold.