Fri.Aug 23, 2024

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Pentoxifylline ameliorates subclinical atherosclerosis progression in patients with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease: a randomized pilot trial

Cardiovascular Diabetology

Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Pentoxifylline (PTF), a nonselective phosphodiesterase inhibitor with anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative, and a.

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Qazi Corner, Edition 7: ERCP Timing, GLP-1 RA Considerations, Seronegative Villous Atrophy

HCPLive

The third quarterly issue of 2024 reviews early versus late ERCP outcomes post-transplant, the impact of GLP-1RA use on endoscopic management, and the differential diagnosis of seronegative villous atrophy.

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Tirzepatide’s Prediabetes and Hypertension Impact

CardiacWire

It looks like we might be able to add prediabetes and hypertension to the growing list of conditions that Eli Lilly’s “weight loss drug” tirzepatide is able to treat, after new analysis of the SURMOUNT-1 trial showed significant reductions in blood pressure and diabetes progression. Tizepatide (aka Mounjaro and Zepbound) is often referred to as a GLP-1, but uniquely activates both GIP and GLP-1 hormone receptors.

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Sonal Kumar, MD, MPH: PPAR Agonists in PBC, Advances in Second-Line Therapy

HCPLive

Kumar explains what is known about the use of PPAR agonists in primary biliary cholangitis and the significance of the recent FDA accelerated approvals of elafibranor and seladelpar.

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Prevention and access: Changes cardiology leaders want to see

Becker's Hospital Review - Cardiology

Leaders from four cardiology hospitals that were ranked among the best by U.S. News & World Report shared with Becker's what they would change about cardiology care.

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Direct Oral Penicillin Challenge Effective Among Those with Penicillin Allergies

HCPLive

This analysis evaluated the long-term follow-up and risks linked to the self-reported penicillin allergy persistence after a successful oral penicillin challenge and allergy label removal.

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7 cardiologists making headlines

Becker's Hospital Review - Cardiology

"Discover the inspiring stories of seven cardiologists making headlines, from running for mayor to performing groundbreaking surgeries and even traveling to spa

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Bone proteins are associated with cardiovascular risk according to the SCORE2-Diabetes algorithm

Cardiovascular Diabetology

Typical bone proteins, such as sclerostin and periostin, have been associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD). Simultaneously, several risk scores have been developed to predict CVD in the general population.

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Metabolic Risk Factors Contribute to Diabetic Macular Edema Development

HCPLive

Modifiable risk factors, including elevated HbA1C and blood pressure, were linked to a higher risk of DME development in a large multicenter database.

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Prognostic effect of the TyG index on patients with severe aortic stenosis following transcatheter aortic valve replacement: a retrospective cohort study

Cardiovascular Diabetology

The triglyceride glucose (TyG) index, as a reliable marker of insulin resistance, is associated with the incidence and poor prognosis of various cardiovascular diseases. However, the relationship between the T.

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Nutritional Scores May Aid ESRD Risk Stratification in IgA Nephropathy

HCPLive

Results suggest the potential utility of several nutritional indexes for reflecting IgAN severity and predicting end-stage renal disease risk.

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Early extubation after elective surgical aortic valve replacement during the COVID-19 pandemic

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) is an established therapy for severe calcific aortic stenosis. Enhanced recovery after cardiac surgery (ERACS) protocols have been shown to improve outcomes for electiv.

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Nocturnal Hypoxia Linked to Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration Risk

HCPLive

Nocturnal hypoxia may represent an additional modifiable risk factor for AMD, particularly its neovascular form.

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Heart transplantation under mechanical circulatory support for fulminant myocarditis: a Case Report

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Fulminant myocarditis has been defined as the clinical manifestation of cardiac inflammation with rapid-onset heart failure and cardiogenic shock. We report on the case of a 17-year-old boy with hemodynamic de.

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Allergic Contact Dermatitis Evaluated Among Patients Referred for Patch Testing

HCPLive

These data suggest that the choice of allergens for patch testing should remain the same among individuals with and without atopic dermatitis.

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ACUSON Origin Cardiovascular Ultrasound System Cleared by the FDA

Cassling

ACUSON Origin system offers integrated AI for enhanced clinical decision-making System addresses entire continuum of cardiovascular patient care AcuNav Lumos 4D ICE catheter delivers MPR biplane imaging and real-time 4D color Doppler Siemens Healthineers has announced the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance of the ACUSON Origin, a new dedicated cardiovascular ultrasound system powered by artificial intelligence (AI) features.

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Moving Beyond The Joint: Unraveling Gout's Systemic and Renal Implications

HCPLive

Key opinion leaders analyze EULAR 2024 updates on gout, chronic inflammation's systemic impact, and gout-chronic kidney disease (CKD) connections, while examining urate-lowering therapies for gout management, particularly in patients with CKD.

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Cholesterol’s Star Role in Dementia Prevention: New Insights from the 2024 Lancet Dementia Report 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

The 2024 report from the Lancet Standing Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention, and Care brings promising developments for healthcare professionals and public health advocates. Updated with the latest research since the 2020 edition, this comprehensive report underscores the potential to prevent or significantly delay dementia by targeting modifiable risk factors.

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Inaccuracy of Pressure-Half Time Method for Valve Area in Mitral Stenosis Related to Annular Calcification

The American Journal of Cardiology

Publication date: Available online 22 August 2024 Source: The American Journal of Cardiology Author(s): William R. Miranda, Abdallah El Sabbagh, C. Charles Jain, Patricia A. Pellikka, Jae K. Oh, Rick A.

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Fulminant myocarditis caused by influenza B virus in a male child: a case report and literature review

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Influenza B virus induced myocarditis is a rare complication with potentially wide variations in severity and clinical presentation, and the pathogenesis is unclear.

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Children with Obesity Have Increased Risk of Atopic Dermatitis

HCPLive

A new study revealed children who go from normal weight to overweight have a greater risk of atopic dermatitis than obese children who maintain their weight.

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This post-op disorder puts women at higher mortality risk: Study

Becker's Hospital Review - Cardiology

"Study shows women with postoperative atrial fibrillation have higher mortality risk than men.

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Infusion Reactions to Intravenous Iron

HCPLive

Layla Van Doren, MD, discusses the management of complement activation-related pseudo-allergy (CARPA) in patients receiving intravenous iron infusions.

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Proportions between short and long runs of atrial ectopy

HeartRhythm

Atrial premature beats (APB) have long been considered inconsequential. Only recently, suggestions and evidence appeared linking supraventricular ectopic activity to the risk of incident atrial fibrillation (AF)[1,2,3]. In this Journal issue, Shahrbabaki et al.[4] take the implications of supraventricular arrythmias one step further and describe a link to incident mortality and cardiovascular events.

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Semaglutide Linked to Suicidal Ideation, New Study Reveals

HCPLive

A new study significantly demonstrated semaglutide, but not liraglutide, is associated with suicidal ideation.

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Double kissing mini-culotte stenting in unprotected distal left main bifurcation under optical coherence tomography guidance: immediate and short-term outcomes

The American Journal of Cardiology

Publication date: Available online 22 August 2024 Source: The American Journal of Cardiology Author(s): Saibal Mukhopadhyay, Jamal Yusuf, Ankit Bansal, Rupesh Agrawal, Vimal Mehta, Mohit D Gupta, Girish, Arima Nigam, Safal, Vishal Batra, Sanjeev Kathuria, Ankur Gautam, Subrat Kumar Muduli, Sumod Kurian

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Safety of Intravenous Iron

HCPLive

A panel of experts on iron deficiency anemia discuss the safety of intravenous iron infusions, highlighting data from clinical studies.

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Chronic Subepicardial Hematoma: A Multimodality Imaging Diagnostic Approach After Elective Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging, Ahead of Print.

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Why Exercise Is The Key To A Longer Life

Dr. Paddy Barrett

High levels of fitness are arguably the best predictors of longevity. If you want to extend your lifespan, prioritising fitness is essential. If you are not prioritising fitness, then you are leaving huge potential gains on the table. Here’s why. The evidence that high levels of exercise and subsequent fitness are linked with increased lifespan and health span is clear.

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Physiology Friday #232: Higher Aerobic Fitness Protects Against Declines in Brain Myelination

Physiologically Speaking

Greetings! Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. A quick plug (and discount code!) for an electrolyte supplement I’ve been loving. FSTFUEL combines electrolytes with amino acids to help your body maintain hydration and optimal functioning during exercise or intermittent fasting, so you don't have to choose between fasting and fitness. It’s a zero-sugar electrolyte drink that tastes awesome.