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Heart Attack Heart Disease Outcomes 
Dr. Paddy Barrett
JANUARY 2, 2025
What is inside the Heart Health Formula? A step-step guide to: - Understanding Heart Disease. Defining Heart Disease Risk. Reducing Heart Disease Risk. The Heart Health Formula is made up of 3 main modules. Understanding Heart Disease. Heart Attack versus Heart Disease.
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Science Daily - Heart Disease
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
More frequent use of cannabis was associated with higher odds of adverse cardiovascular outcomes, finds new study.
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Science Daily - Heart Disease
JANUARY 7, 2025
In a large-animal model study, researchers have found that heart attack recovery is aided by injection of heart muscle cell spheroids derived from human induced pluripotent stem cells, or hiPSCs, that overexpress cyclin D2 and are knocked out for human leukocyte antigen classes I and II.
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Dr. Paddy Barrett
AUGUST 30, 2024
Here are five things everyone should know about sleep and heart disease. Insulin resistance is a precursor condition to metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes, both major drivers of heart disease. Poor Sleep Increases The Rate Of Heart Attacks & Stroke. This is the unfortunate reality for many people.
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Science Daily - Heart Disease
APRIL 8, 2024
New research could change standard-of-care guidelines to improve outcomes for heart attack patients after coronary stenting procedures.
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DAIC
JUNE 18, 2024
A projected rise in heart disease and stroke – along with several key risk factors, including high blood pressure and obesity – is likely to triple related costs to $1.8 population could be affected by cardiovascular disease within the next 30 years, according to two new science reports. to 61% of the U.S. population.
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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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DAIC
APRIL 7, 2024
adults—and more than 2 in 5 adults aged 60 years and older—have elevated triglycerides, also known as hypertriglyceridemia , putting them at an increased risk for heart attacks and stroke. milla1cf Sun, 04/07/2024 - 18:20 April 7, 2024 — An estimated 1 in 5 U.S. Patients were followed for one year of treatment.
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DAIC
APRIL 7, 2024
milla1cf Sun, 04/07/2024 - 18:09 April 7, 2024 — Among patients at high or very high risk for a heart attack or stroke, the addition of the investigational drug lerodalcibep to standard cholesterol-lowering medication for one year reduced LDL, or “bad” cholesterol, levels by more than half on average, compared with a placebo.
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Dr. Paddy Barrett
DECEMBER 19, 2023
In general, the more calcified or fibrous a plaque is, the less dangerous it is, as it is less likely to rupture and cause a heart attack. Fatty or necrotic plaque is often described as ‘vulnerable’ plaque, with the vulnerability being related to the risk of a heart attack. Billings, J.H.; Scherwitz, L.W.;
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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DAIC
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
If a valve cannot open or close fully it can interfere with blood flow and cause a host of health issues, including heart attack and stroke. Moderate and severe tricuspid disease is common in the U.S. The tricuspid valve is typically replaced during open-heart surgery. and affects an estimated 1.6 million people.
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MIBHS
DECEMBER 27, 2024
This surgery involves creating new pathways for blood to flow to the heart muscle by bypassing the blocked sections of the arteries. While this procedure can significantly enhance heart function and reduce symptoms of heart disease, it does come with potential risks and complications.
Dr. Paddy Barrett
MARCH 21, 2024
What is inside the Heart Health Formula? A step-step guide to: - Understanding Heart Disease. Defining Heart Disease Risk. Reducing Heart Disease Risk. The Heart Health Formula is made up of 3 main modules. Understanding Heart Disease. Heart Attack versus Heart Disease.
Circulation
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Age-standardized prevalence rates were calculated for eight conditions, including hypertension, type 2 diabetes, alcohol use, smoking, physical inactivity, overweight/obesity, short sleep (< 7 hours), and CVD (defined as having coronary heart disease, heart attack, or stroke).
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DAIC
OCTOBER 1, 2024
With its basis in histology, the software is uniquely able to non-invasively quantify and characterize non-calcified plaque and its components such as lipid-rich necrotic core (LRNC), giving potential insights into high-risk plaques that are key drivers of risk of heart attack and stroke.
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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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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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.
Dr. Paddy Barrett
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Even those who are pulled forward in their diagnosis of type 2 diabetes still get a significant reduction in the risk of heart disease. This is about estimating your near-term risk of a heart attack. In this scenario, your risk of a heart attack over the next 10 years is well under 2%. Not zero risk.
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DAIC
APRIL 8, 2024
The TACT2 study was designed to replicate the results of a previous trial, TACT , which reported in 2012 that chelation reduced subsequent cardiovascular events after a heart attack. and Canadian patients with diabetes and a history of heart attack,” said Gervasio A. and Canada.
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MIBHS
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, often attributed to a mix of lifestyle choices, environmental factors, and genetic predispositions. Understanding the Genetic Connection to Heart Disease Your genetic makeup plays a vital role in shaping your heart health.
Dr. Paddy Barrett
APRIL 5, 2024
Preventing or delaying the onset of coronary artery disease is a great strategy for living longer. The challenge is that the things you do to prevent heart disease are unlikely to pay dividends for a very long time—many years if not decades. This is a program that starts the day of your heart attack.
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DAIC
DECEMBER 14, 2023
The typical survival rate of this deadly complication during a heart attack has historically hovered around 50%. The National Cardiogenic Shock Initiative is the largest prospective study of therapy for severe heart attack cardiogenic shock done in the United States in the past two decades,” said William O’Neill, M.D.
DAIC
APRIL 6, 2024
However, researchers said the drug may be helpful in reducing heart failure risks, including hospitalization, following a heart attack. Researchers tracked outcomes for a median of just under 18 months. The study enrolled 6,522 people treated for acute myocardial infarction at 451 centers in 22 countries.
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DAIC
APRIL 6, 2024
While composite of death and heart failure hospitalizations was not significantly reduced, empagliflozin may help reduce heart failure risks after a heart attack, according to results from the EMPACT-MI trial presented on day one of the American College of Cardiology Scientific Sessions, ACC.24,
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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 to the adversity you face in life.
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DAIC
APRIL 7, 2024
Many studies have shown that people who engage in more physical activity are healthier and have fewer heart attacks and strokes than people who engage in less. This is equally true for people who have previously had a heart attack or a stroke or have heart failure or are at risk for cardiovascular disease.”
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DAIC
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Meanwhile, traditional methods for cardiac detection still rely on reactive, symptom-driven interventions that often catch heart disease too late, when treatment is complex, critical and costly. AI-enabled remote cardiac monitoring is is already revolutionizing how we detect, diagnose, mitigate and manage heart conditions.
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DAIC
DECEMBER 5, 2024
With this new funding, Cleerly will continue to scale its commercial growth and clinical evidence generation, helping health care professionals improve outcomes for patients across the coronary care pathway. Barclay continued, “Cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death globally and costs our country $422B annually.
AMS Cardiology
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Heart disease remains a leading cause of death worldwide despite advancements in medical science and healthcare. Below, we aim to debunk common myths about cardiovascular disease, providing accurate information and emphasizing the importance of treatment for heart disease with timely interventions.
Dr. Paddy Barrett
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
The answer is pretty simple, but most people get this wrong, and doing so increases their future risk of heart attack and strokes. Like other risk factors for heart disease, the key is to maintain normal blood pressure for as long as possible. Outcome over process, in my view, works best here. It is not enough.
DAIC
APRIL 6, 2024
milla1cf Sat, 04/06/2024 - 18:32 April 6, 2024 — The first trial of a novel strategy for removing cholesterol from patients’ arteries did not reduce the risk of death, heart attack or stroke within three months of a prior heart attack, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology ’s Annual Scientific Session.
DAIC
APRIL 24, 2024
Eighty percent of heart attacks and strokes are preventable. partially because its key risk factor, high blood pressure, is a ‘silent killer,’ and most patients have no symptoms before their first heart attack or stroke. Yet, CVD remains the leading cause of death in the U.S.,
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DAIC
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
A key element of Heartflows approach is close collaboration with clinical teams to improve patient experiences, create efficient care pathways and reach more patients with personalized insights, ensuring the best possible outcomes. CAD is estimated to be responsible for one heart attack every 40 seconds and one out of every five deaths.
DAIC
MAY 3, 2024
Incentives Prompt Increased Daily Walking in Patients at Risk for Heart Disease 6. EMPACT-MI Trial Outcomes Reported at ACC.24: 24: SGLT-2 Inhibitors Show Mixed Results After Heart Attack 10. Medtronic Launches the Avalus Ultra Valve Engineered for Ease of Use at Implant and Lifetime Patient Management 5.
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DAIC
APRIL 6, 2024
The first trial of a novel strategy for removing cholesterol from patients’ arteries did not reduce the risk of death, heart attack or stroke within three months of a prior heart attack, according to research presented at ACC.24, 24, the American College of Cardiology Annual Annual Scientific Session.
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?” The second reason is commonly referred to as a ‘Heart Attack’ or acute coronary syndrome. The decision to use a stent here is usually clear and is associated with fewer deaths and heart attacks 1.
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Medical Xpress - Cardiology
MARCH 19, 2025
Coronary artery disease, a collective term for angina and heart attacks, is among the most common causes of death among women.
Medical Xpress - Cardiology
APRIL 1, 2025
While the typical image of someone suffering a heart attack might be a man clutching his chest, heart disease is a major problem for women, too. In fact, it's the leading cause of death among women in the United States, with nearly 45% of the nation's women over age 20 living with some form of cardiovascular disease.
DAIC
MAY 14, 2024
Within the complex umbrella of cardiovascular disease, CAD is a type of heart disease that develops when the coronary arteries narrow and the heart cannot deliver enough oxygen-rich blood to the heart. Accessed May 2024. Kirtane, Yongjian Wu, William Wijns, Weixian Yang, Martin B. Leon, Shubin Qiao, Gregg W.
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
Science Daily - Heart Disease
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Having a heart attack significantly increases the risk of developing other serious long-term health conditions, a major new study shows. Up to a third of patients went on to develop heart or kidney failure, 7% had further heart attacks and 38% died from any cause within the nine-year study period.
DAIC
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Researchers found an artificial intelligence (AI) system to help guide treatment decisions for stroke patients led to improved stroke care quality and fewer recurrent strokes, heart attacks and vascular death among stroke survivors three months after a stroke. and Global Data From the American Heart Association. In the U.S.,
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