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Atrial fibrillation: A review

Science Daily - Heart Disease

Significant complications associated with this condition include ischemic stroke, heart failure, myocardial infarction, chronic kidney disease, dementia and mortality. In the U.S., In a new review article scientists summarize the current evidence regarding the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of AF.

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Heart–brain interaction in cardiogenic dementia: pathophysiology and therapeutic potential

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

Cardiogenic dementia is a cognitive impairment caused by heart dysfunction and has received increasing research attention. The prevention and treatment of cardiogenic dementia are essential to improve the quality of life, particularly in the elderly and aging population.

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Five Things Every Middle Aged Adult Should Know About Sleep & Heart Disease.

Dr. Paddy Barrett

Poor Sleep Might Eliminate The Benefits Of Exercise & Dementia. High levels of aerobic fitness are closely linked to lower rates of future dementia 1. Regular physical activity is arguably one of the biggest factors preventing dementia. When it comes to preventing dementia, this could not be truer. JAMA Intern Med.

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Evaluating low follow-up rates for individuals with dyslipidemia

Medical Xpress - Cardiology

If untreated, dyslipidemia, especially high levels of LDL cholesterol ("bad" cholesterol), increases the risk of myocardial infarction, cerebral infarction, and dementia. Therefore, it is crucial to visit a medical institution and take appropriate measures when dyslipidemia is detected during a health checkup.

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Abstract WMP13: Cardiac Injury Potentially Contributes to Neuroinflammation via Extracellular Vesicles

Stroke Journal

Cardiogenic dementia has been suggested to characterize patients suffering from cognitive decline after heart disease. Clinical and experimental evidence further suggest that 35%-65% of patients with myocardial ischemia are affected by CGI which include memory and global cognitive deficits.

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Abstract TP229: Comparison of 30-Day Readmission Rates in Elective and Nonelective Carotid Endarterectomy and Carotid Artery Stenting: A Nationwide Cohort Study

Stroke Journal

Comorbidities such as PAD, depression, and other mental health disorders predict readmission after elective CAS, while heart failure, AKI, CAD, COPD, CKD, lipid disorders, DM, obesity, anemia, cancer, and dementia are predictive after elective CEA.

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Abstract 10: Enhanced Benefits of the Life's Essential 8 in APOE Epsilon 4 Carriers

Stroke Journal

While the epsilon (ε) 4 variants within theAPOEgene have been extensively investigated as a risk factor for dementia and stroke,APOEε4 carriers have not been thoroughly studied as an at-risk population. Participants with prior stroke, transient ischemic attack (TIA) or myocardial infarction (MI) were excluded.