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Skeletal Muscle Pathology in Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension and Its Contribution to Exercise Intolerance

Journal of the American Heart Association

Pulmonary arterial hypertension is a disease of the pulmonary vasculature, resulting in elevated pressure in the pulmonary arteries and disrupting the physiological coordination between the right heart and the pulmonary circulation.

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Abstract 4145857: The effect of homebase exercise training on single ventricle heart (SVH) function, exercise performance, body composition and quality of Life in children and adolescents living with a Fontan circulation

Circulation

Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A4145857-A4145857, November 12, 2024. Objectives:Fontan patients have impaired exercise capacity. Exercise training has been shown to improve exercise performance. No serious adverse events reported.The exercise duration improved from 7.56±2.6 watts, p<0.001.

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Abstract 4146967: The Effects of Physical Activity Levels on Body Composition, Exercise Performance, Single Ventricle Function and Self-Perceived Quality of Life in Children and Adolescents with a Fontan Circulation.

Circulation

Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A4146967-A4146967, November 12, 2024. This study aims to establish the effect of an active lifestyle in paediatric Fontan patients, determine its relationship with body composition, exercise capacity, ventricle function and quality of life.Methods:30 Fontan patients were recruited.

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Exercise Training in Patients With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Without Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Circulation

Circulation, Ahead of Print. BACKGROUND:Patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy without left ventricular outflow tract obstruction commonly experience reduced exercise capacity. The primary outcome was the change in invasively measured pulmonary capillary wedge pressure during mild exercise (25 W) from baseline to week 12.

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Sympathetic Response to 1-Leg Cycling Exercise Predicts Exercise Capacity in Patients With Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction

Circulation: Heart Failure

Circulation: Heart Failure, Ahead of Print. BACKGROUND:In heart failure, sympathetic excess and exercise intolerance impair quality of life. CONCLUSIONS:In contrast to CMCs, patients with HFpEF exhibit augmented MSNA at rest and during exercise.

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Strengthening Your Heart With Cardiac Rehabilitation

AMS Cardiology

This comprehensive program overseen by a cardiac rehabilitation specialist offers numerous benefits that can significantly improve quality of life and reduce the risk of future cardiac events. It typically includes supervised exercise training, heart-healthy living education, stress reduction counseling and nutrition guidance.

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The Vital Role of Cardiac Rehabilitation After a Heart Event

MIBHS

This medically supervised program is designed to help you recover and improve your cardiovascular health through exercise, education, and lifestyle modifications. This structured approach helps strengthen your heart muscle, improves circulation, and reduces the likelihood of future heart attacks or complications.