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An Auxiliary CHD Diagnostic System Based on Multi-view and Multi-modal Transthoracic Echocardiograms

DAIC

Early CHD screening and treatment can significantly improve children’s prognosis and quality of life. However, inexperienced sonographers often face difficulties in recognizing CHD through transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) images.

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Keeping Your Heart Healthy Through the Holidays and Into the New Year

AMS Cardiology

Regular check-ups allow your cardiologist to detect these issues through tests like blood work, EKGs, and echocardiograms. By prioritizing regular check-ups with your cardiologist and actively participating in your heart health care, you can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease and improve your overall quality of life.

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Effect of Paced Heart Rate on Quality of Life and Natriuretic Peptides for Stage B or C HFpEF: A Secondary Analysis of the myPACE Trial

European Journal of Heart Failure

Results This study included 93 patients with pre-trial transthoracic echocardiograms available (usual care n=49; myPACE n=44). Between-treatment comparisons were performed using linear regression models adjusting for the baseline value of the exposure (ANCOVA design).

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Interplay between mitochondrial dysfunction and lysosomal storage: challenges in genetic metabolic muscle diseases with a focus on infantile onset Pompe disease

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

This comprehensive evaluation included the use of ultrasound echocardiograms, computed tomography (CT) scans, electrocardiograms, mutagenesis analysis, and structural analysis to gain insights into the patient's condition and the underlying mechanisms of PD. Further genetic testing identified a homozygous mutation c.2662G>T

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Effects of Continuous Accelerated Pacing on Cardiac Structure and Function in Patients With Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction: Insights From the myPACE Randomized Clinical Trial

Journal of the American Heart Association

Of the 100 participants, 16 myPACE and 20 usual care arm had a qualifying set of echocardiograms performed a mean (SD) 3 (2.0) Despite similar baseline echocardiogram measures, sustained exposure to moderately accelerated pacing resulted in reduced septal wall thickness (in cm: myPACE 1.1 [0.2] years apart. versus usual care 1.2 [0.2],P=0.008)

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News from EHRA 2024: International Experts Agree on Standards for Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation

DAIC

Before the procedure, patients should have an electrocardiogram (ECG) and echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart) to check the heart’s rhythm and function. Some patients need computed tomography or transoesophageal echocardiography to exclude the presence of a blood clot in the heart.

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The Importance of Regular Heart Check-Ups: What You Need to Know

AMS Cardiology

Echocardiogram : Uses sound waves to create images of your heart. By detecting and addressing heart problems early, you can reduce your risk of serious complications and improve your quality of life. At AMS Cardiology, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality care for our patients.