Nature Reviews - Cardiology

MAY 27, 2024

Nature Reviews Cardiology, Published online: 28 May 2024; doi:10.1038/s41569-024-01044-8 Data from the SEQUOIA-HCM trial show that aficamten, a cardiac myosin inhibitor, increases exercise capacity and improves quality of life in patients with symptomatic obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

Cardiomyopathy 59

Cardiomyopathy Quality of Life Exercise 59

European Journal of Heart Failure

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Exercise training in patients with advanced heart failure and left ventricular assist device (Ex-VAD) trial. Aims Small studies and observations suggested that exercise training may improve peak oxygen consumption (peakVO 2 ) in patients with advanced heart failure and left ventricular assist device (LVAD). m (95% CI 16.9,

Exercise 40

Exercise Heart Failure Quality of Life Cardiomyopathy 40

American College of Cardiology

AUGUST 2, 2024

Iron deficiency (ID) is a common comorbidity among patients with heart failure (HF), and it is associated with reduced exercise tolerance and quality of life and serves as a marker of increased risk of hospitalizations and mortality.

Heart Failure 45

Heart Failure Quality of Life Exercise Hospital 45

AMS Cardiology

JULY 11, 2024

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.

Cardiac Rehabilitation 52

Cardiac Rehabilitation Quality of Life Exercise Education 52

HeartRhythm

MAY 29, 2024

Current guidelines recommend ICD implantation in individuals with symptomatic heart failure (HF) and reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (HFrEF) if they have been receiving optimal guideline directed medical therapy for at least 3-6 months and who are expected to have survival greater than one year with meaningful quality of life (1).

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Defibrillator Sudden Cardiac Death Quality of Life Exercise 40

European Journal of Heart Failure

OCTOBER 31, 2023

This 2023 Cochrane review of 60 randomized trials in 8728 heart failure patients, confirms the benefits of participation in exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation (ExCR), including reduced risk of hospitalization and a clinically meaningful improvement in health-related quality of life.

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Cardiac Rehabilitation Heart Failure Exercise Quality of Life 40

MIBHS

JULY 15, 2024

This medically supervised program is designed to help you recover and improve your cardiovascular health through exercise, education, and lifestyle modifications. Better Quality of Life By improving your physical fitness, strength, and endurance, cardiac rehab can help you regain independence and make daily tasks easier.

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Cardiac Rehabilitation Quality of Life Heart Attack Heart attacks 52

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

JANUARY 23, 2024

Exercise intolerance and fatigue are frequent and early findings in FD patients, representing a self-standing clinical phenotype with a significant impact on the patient's quality of life. The “metabolic hypothesis” to explain skeletal muscle symptoms and fatigability in Fabry patients is growing acknowledged.

Quality of Life 69

Quality of Life Exercise 69

DAIC

MAY 14, 2024

In about 70 percent of cases, patients with HCM experience obstruction to blood flow, which increases pressures in the heart and can lead to chest pain, shortness of breath and reduced exercise capacity. All participants were receiving background medical therapy and had reduced exercise capacity.

Cardiomyopathy 126

Cardiomyopathy Exercise Chest Pain Quality of Life 126

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

APRIL 18, 2024

Cardiovascular diseases pose a major threat to human life, functional activity, and quality of life. There is a consensus on the benefits of cardiac rehabilitation in improving patients’ quality of life, enhancing functional activity, and reducing mortality.

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Cardiac Rehabilitation Research Quality of Life Exercise 40

DAIC

APRIL 22, 2024

RELIEVE-HF failed to meet its primary efficacy endpoint and did not reduce heart failure events or improve quality of life in heart failure patients with a preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). For more information: www.corviamedical.com If you enjoy this content, please share it with a colleague

Preserved Ejection Fraction 105

Preserved Ejection Fraction Quality of Life Heart Failure Pacemaker 105

DAIC

JULY 25, 2024

BioCardia previously confirmed alignment with the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the design of the 250-patient randomized, controlled trial and the minimum of 12-month primary composite endpoint of all cause death, reduction in major adverse cardiovascular events, and improvement in quality of life.

Heart Failure 111

Heart Failure Quality of Life CMS Reimbursement 111

AMS Cardiology

AUGUST 30, 2024

Regular cardio exercise is one of the best ways to keep your heart strong and healthy; it helps improve blood flow and boosts your energy levels. Cardio helps: Strengthen your heart: Like any muscle, your heart gets stronger with exercise. Reduce stress: Exercise is a great way to manage stress and improve your mood.

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Exercise Quality of Life Circulation 52

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

JULY 14, 2024

Data on lifestyle behaviors, self-efficacy, medical responses, quality of life, and readmission rates were collected and compared before and after the intervention.ResultsA total of 526 eligible participants were included, with 241 in the control group and 285 in the study group.

Cardiovascular Disease 52

Cardiovascular Disease Quality of Life Exercise Angina 52

Circulation

OCTOBER 13, 2023

BACKGROUND:Despite advances in medical and cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT), individuals with chronic congestive heart failure (CHF) have persistent symptoms, including exercise intolerance. Optimizing cardio-locomotor coupling may increase stroke volume and skeletal muscle perfusion as previously shown in healthy runners.

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Exercise Heart Failure Quality of Life Pacemaker 40

Open Heart

AUGUST 10, 2023

Individuals with HF and AF may have a reduced functional capacity and quality of life (QoL) which leads to hospital admission and burden on clinical services. Evidence supported the effect of exercise training in individuals with HF. Background Atrial fibrillation (AF) is common in individuals with heart failure (HF).

Cardiac Rehabilitation 52

Cardiac Rehabilitation Atrial Fibrillation Heart Failure Quality of Life 52

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Background Exercise training is commonly employed as a efficacious supplementary treatment for individuals suffering from heart failure, but the optimal exercise regimen is still controversial.

Heart Failure 64

Heart Failure Exercise Quality of Life Cardiac Function 64

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

MARCH 4, 2024

The cardiopulmonary exercise test was mainly performed before and 3 months after cardiac rehabilitation (at the end of intervention). Conclusion Cardiac exercise rehabilitation is helpful for improving patients’ cardiopulmonary endurance and quality of life.

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Exercise Cardiac Rehabilitation Quality of Life BMI 64

DAIC

JULY 25, 2024

It proposes that only by using technology can a preventative approach to healthcare become more prevalent globally; this would reduce the number of people in acute care, thereby minimizing the cost of healthcare and maximizing patient experience and quality of life. This is a revolution in how we estimate cardiorespiratory fitness.

Technology 105

Technology Exercise Innovation Quality of Life 105

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

TAVR outcomes, with respect to post-surgical functional capacity and quality of life, have also been found to be improved, especially when combined with cardiac rehabilitation (CR).

Aortic valve 64

Aortic valve Cardiac Rehabilitation Aortic TAVR 64

DAIC

APRIL 9, 2024

Maron, MD “Our findings provide enthusiasm that a novel drug therapy with ninerafaxstat may provide nonobstructive HCM patients an opportunity to achieve a better quality of life by decreasing symptom burden and improving exercise capacity,” said Martin S.

Cardiomyopathy 52

Cardiomyopathy Quality of Life Preserved Ejection Fraction Chest Pain 52

DAIC

MAY 16, 2024

This plaque narrows the blood vessels and reduces blood flow to the legs and feet, which may significantly impair physical function, walking performance and quality of life. Multiple studies have shown that these programs improve functional status, walking performance and quality of life compared to usual care.

Peripheral Arterial Disease 105

Peripheral Arterial Disease Exercise Quality of Life Ischemia 105

Open Heart

JUNE 13, 2022

We aimed to evaluate a symptom-based clinician prioritisation scheme for waiting list management compared with patient-completed quality of life (QoL) scores. An exercise frequency of ≥3–4 times a week was associated with higher AFEQT (56.5; Although 65 patients had AF symptoms during the pandemic, 43.1%

COVID-19 52

COVID-19 Atrial Fibrillation Ablation Quality of Life 52

Conquering CHD

JANUARY 16, 2024

This was a bold move at the time, when most patients with his congenital heart condition — dextro-transposition of the great arteries, or d-TGA — were advised to avoid exercise and strenuous activity. Chris’ desire to stay active has greatly improved his own quality of life, and it helps the d-TGA patients that come after him.

Congenital Heart Disease 52

Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Quality of Life 52

GEMMS

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Regular exercise, a balanced diet, and lifestyle choices such as not smoking and managing stress are all crucial for achieving and maintaining optimal cardiovascular health. By prioritizing cardiovascular health, individuals can improve their quality of life and longevity. Why is cardiovascular health important?

Blood Pressure 52

Blood Pressure Cholesterol Diet Exercise 52

DAIC

MAY 2, 2024

Results from the open label roll-in cohort of patients having chronic myocardial ischemia with refractory angina showed an average increase in exercise tolerance of 107 seconds and an average of 82% reduction in angina episodes at the primary six-month follow-up endpoint compared to before receiving the study treatment.

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Ischemia Angina Heart Failure Outcomes 95

CardiacWire

AUGUST 14, 2024

Perhaps more importantly , the HU6 group achieved a range of obesity and HF-related secondary endpoints, including exercise capacity, quality of life, body composition, cardiac function/structure, and cardiometabolic dysfunction markers (e.g.

Obesity 52

Obesity Diet Quality of Life Blood Pressure 52

Dr. Paddy Barrett

AUGUST 23, 2024

The evidence that high levels of exercise and subsequent fitness are linked with increased lifespan and health span is clear. We can characterise high levels of fitness in many ways, but all of them tend to point in one direction - towards a longer life. Your life depends on it. Here’s why. Track these metrics objectively.

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Exercise Dementia Cancer Chronic Disease 103

DAIC

MAY 9, 2024

“With this guideline, we’re providing clinicians with point-of-care guidance about effectively using this first-in-class, evidence-based treatment option and improving their patients' quality of life.” Low to moderate intensity recreational exercise should be part of how HCM patients manage their overall health.

Cardiomyopathy 52

Cardiomyopathy Pediatrics Quality of Life Sudden Cardiac Death 52

Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 15, 2023

On Monday, I posted a video summary of the recently released Scientific Statement by the American Heart Association (AHA) on resistance exercise training for cardiovascular health. Everyone knows that resistance exercise is important for building and maintaining muscle mass. We lift weights to build and maintain muscle.

Physiology 52

Physiology Exercise Blood Pressure Risk Factors 52

Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 15, 2023

On Monday, I posted a video summary of the recently released Scientific Statement by the American Heart Association (AHA) on resistance exercise training for cardiovascular health. Everyone knows that resistance exercise is important for building and maintaining muscle mass. We lift weights to build and maintain muscle.

Physiology 52

Physiology Exercise Blood Pressure Risk Factors 52

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The included interventions consisted of meditative exercise (e.g., to 2.28, I2= 95%), but had non-significant effects on mobility, functional independence and quality of life. Besides, meditative exercise and imagery showed greater effects on fall efficacy and balance than biofeedback intervention.

Stroke 40

Stroke Strokes Outcomes Quality of Life 40

AMS Cardiology

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

When this occurs, the blood flow to these extremities can be significantly reduced, leading to symptoms such as leg pain, cramping and fatigue, affecting the quality of life for those suffering from this condition. Healthy Diet A special peripheral artery disease diet plays an integral role in reducing and preventing this condition.

Peripheral Arterial Disease 52

Peripheral Arterial Disease Blood Pressure Diet Exercise 52

European Journal of Heart Failure

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Patients with more severe obesity were more likely to have responder characteristics for atrial shunt therapy (fewer pacemakers and lower exercise pulmonary vascular resistance [PVR]). Pulmonary vascular resistance at rest and exercise decreased with higher BMI. Overall, 60.9% of patients had BMI ≥30 kg/m 2.

Preserved Ejection Fraction 40

Preserved Ejection Fraction Obesity Heart Failure BMI 40

Dr. Paddy Barrett

MARCH 23, 2024

Surviving this long with a good quality of life is even rarer. They routinely do not exercise. Share One of the factors that has the biggest impact on healthspan and quality of life is whether you have a major chronic disease such as cancer, cardiovascular disease or dementia. They often smoke.

Chronic Disease 96

Chronic Disease Quality of Life Dementia Cancer 96

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Conclusion Our results suggest that the combined application of QSYQ can further improve patients' cardiac function and exercise tolerance, improve their quality of life, and ultimately improve patients' prognosis with a favorable safety profile.

Heart Failure 64

Heart Failure Quality of Life Cardiac Function Exercise 64

Open Heart

JULY 11, 2022

Background Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) is being evaluated as a possible alternative to exercise training to improve functional capacity in severely deconditioned patients with heart failure (HF). However, there is insufficient data on delayed effects of EMS starting early after decompensation.

Heart Failure 52

Heart Failure Hospital Quality of Life Exercise 52