Dr. Paddy Barrett

APRIL 26, 2024

Coronary artery disease is caused by the retention of a cholesterol particle in the artery wall. Insulin resistance and diabetes may not ‘ cause ’ coronary artery disease, but they are huge accelerants. If delaying the onset of major chronic disease is your goal. Timing Matters.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

MAY 17, 2024

Does stress cause heart disease? But What About Stress & Heart Disease? When stress is included in the risk factor profile for a future heart attack, it comes in third on the list after abnormal cholesterol and smoking 1. Stress causes heart disease. +PS First, let’s define some terms.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

One of the most common questions I get is, “ Do I need a stent to treat my heart disease?” Subscribe now A stent is a metal scaffold deployed in a coronary artery that has reduced flow in that artery to restore flow. In general, there is no debate here regarding the need for stenting a coronary artery.

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DAIC

JANUARY 3, 2024

With more than 500 peer-reviewed publications, the HeartFlow FFR CT Analysis remains unparalleled in precision coronary care, as supported by the ACC/AHA Chest Pain Guidelines, to improve treatment plans and outcomes. have advanced coronary care while also allowing customers to grow and scale their CCTA programs.

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Circulation

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Introduction:Dextrocardia is a rare congenital condition where the heart's apex points to the right, with an incidence of about 0.01%. Patients usually have a normal life expectancy unless other structural heart diseases are present.

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DAIC

JUNE 4, 2024

fold higher risk for major adverse cardiac events (MACE) Caristo's AI-Risk model, CaRi-Heart Risk Score, outperformed other scores in routine clinical use for prediction of cardiac mortality, and when presented to clinicians, resulted in changes of management decision in 45% of the patients. fold higher risk for cardiac mortality and 5.5-fold

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

OCTOBER 31, 2023

An elevated Lp(a) is a common genetic factor that is independently and causally related to premature coronary artery disease. The occurrence of disease in this instance is probabilistic, not deterministic. The occurrence of disease in this instance is probabilistic, not deterministic. The answer, it seems, is yes.

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ADN Center of Excellence

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The aim of this day is to encourage individuals and healthcare professionals, particularly cardiologists, to take proactive measures in preventing heart diseases. The Role of Cardiologists Cardiologists are at the forefront of the battle against heart diseases.

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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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European Journal of Heart Failure

DECEMBER 22, 2023

All comorbidities, except for coronary artery disease (CAD), were more frequent in HF with preserved EF (HFpEF). CAD and valvular heart disease were associated with a higher risk of all-cause and CV mortality, but not non-CV mortality, whereas cancer and muscolo-skeletal disease increased the risk of non-CV mortality.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Inflammation is a key driver of heart disease, specifically coronary artery disease. OSA is a common sleep disorder that significantly increases the risk of future heart disease and stroke. Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Obesity without Diabetes. Inflammation. N Engl J Med.

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ADN Center of Excellence

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Interventional cardiology has dramatically evolved over the past decades, introducing advanced techniques and tools that have revolutionized the treatment of coronary artery disease, valvular disorders, and structural heart diseases. What’s New in Approaches and Solutions?

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DAIC

MAY 16, 2024

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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ADN Center of Excellence

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Interventional cardiology has dramatically evolved over the past decades, introducing advanced techniques and tools that have revolutionized the treatment of coronary artery disease, valvular disorders, and structural heart diseases. What’s New in Approaches and Solutions?

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Dr. Anish Koka

MAY 16, 2023

Soviet biologist Trofim Lysenko famously rejected the objective reality of Mendelian genetics because it clashed with the Marxist philosophy that the environment, not genetics, was the primary determinant of outcomes. The CDC wonder database that tracks mortality data shows just how much more deadly heart disease is in men than women.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Everyone should have an Lp(a) blood test at least once, but this is an absolutely must-do test if you have an early family history of heart disease. However, that does not mean you cannot reduce the overall risk of early heart disease. Subscribe now 1 ODYSSEY Outcomes Committees and Investigators.

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Physiologically Speaking

JANUARY 5, 2024

In this 6-month randomized controlled study, twice-weekly HIIT reduced coronary plaque volume, increased aerobic fitness, and improved body composition in adults with stable heart disease, suggesting benefits for cardiovascular disease progression. And the more you exercise, the better your outcomes.

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GEMMS

AUGUST 29, 2024

These technologies are not just reshaping but also empowering how cardiology practices manage operations, deliver care, and enhance patient outcomes. These technologies are reshaping how cardiology practices manage operations, deliver care, and enhance patient outcomes.

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DAIC

MARCH 20, 2024

Lowering both contrast and radiation levels enables more frequent scanning for patients with moderate or stage two and three coronary artery disease. A clearer view of the arterial system enables healthcare professionals to identify and address issues more effectively, contributing to improved patient outcomes.

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DAIC

JUNE 12, 2024

The new FDA-cleared AI-enabled applications include the industry’s first automated tool for segmental wall motion scoring of the heart to quickly and objectively identify disorders including coronary artery disease and cardio-oncology issues in seconds.

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DAIC

APRIL 9, 2024

Diabetic cardiomyopathy is a disease in which chronically high levels of blood glucose (hyperglycemia) damage the heart muscle, leading to heart failure over time. The researchers also conducted a preplanned subgroup analysis comparing outcomes for patients who were or were not on SGLT2 inhibitors or GLP-1 RAs at baseline.

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Wellnest

JUNE 19, 2023

India is witnessing a rise in Coronary heart disease (CHD). brings a new era of personalized medicine, enabling early detection of diseases, precise risk assessment, and tailored interventions. It transforms how healthcare services are delivered, improving outcomes and optimizing resources. For instance: 1.

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DAIC

APRIL 29, 2024

Getty Images milla1cf Mon, 04/29/2024 - 13:06 April 29, 2024 — Women with heart disease are less often treated with cholesterol-lowering drugs than men, according to research presented today at ESC Preventive Cardiology 2024 , a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology ( ESC ).1 Eur Heart J. 2020;41:407–477.

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DAIC

APRIL 5, 2024

With the addition of Shockwave, Johnson & Johnson will expand its MedTech cardiovascular portfolio into two of the highest-growth, innovation-oriented segments of cardiovascular intervention – coronary artery disease (CAD) and peripheral artery disease (PAD).

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Because if you are ‘getting your heart checked’ , you must do an exercise stress test, right? Share Let’s first state our goal when we are in the business of ‘Heart Disease Prevention’: To delay the onset of coronary artery disease (atherosclerosis/plaque) that might rupture and cause a heart attack.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The majority of early heart disease is preventable. Most people know that they are at risk of heart disease or may already have heart disease, and they are concerned about it worsening. It is genetically mediated, so if you have an early family history of heart disease, this is something to consider 2.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

JULY 25, 2023

There are significant data that show that if you have obesity, you have a high risk of developing coronary heart disease, heart failure, type 2 diabetes (T2D) or risk factors such as hypertension and dyslipidemia. [1] Dapagliflozin and cardiovascular outcomes in type 2 diabetes.” 2014): 1110 – 1114.

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Circulation

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Introduction:Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common cardiac arrhythmia, the risk of cardiovascular adverse outcome rises when it coexists with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) or undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).

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Wellnest

JULY 19, 2023

It’s essential for those at risk of coronary artery disease to be aware of the following symptoms. It is imperative to act swiftly when faced with such a medical emergency to ensure the best possible outcome. Because of the same, during the first 2 hours, there may be significant fluctuations in heart rate.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

MAY 10, 2024

May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, and at the Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) , we’re determined to address mental health, especially its significant impact on women and cardiometabolic disease. Significantly, interventions to improve psychological health can positively affect cardiovascular outcomes.

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Journal of the American Heart Association

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Similar methods could be applied to identify the source and magnitude of variation in other health care processes and outcomes. Our results raise concern that payment models may influence cardiac imaging practice.

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