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Research Data from Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation at ACC 2024 Reveal Trends in Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Preventive Medication Use Prior to Heart Attacks

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The Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation (MHIF) is presenting leading research focused on trends in ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), the most severe form of a heart attack, at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session (ACC.24), 24), being held April 6-8 in Atltanta, GA.

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Expert Perspective: The Obesity Paradox with Salvatore Carbone, PhD

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Can you please explain the concept of an obesity paradox? Salvatore Carbone, PhD: First, I’d like to point out that obesity is a major risk factor for cardiometabolic disease. 2, 3] This association is more pronounced for those with class I obesity, which is a body mass index (BMI) between 30-35 kg/m2.

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Plasma Protein Profiling of Incident Cardiovascular Diseases: A Multisample Evaluation

Circulation: Genomic and Precision Medicine

Our primary CVD outcome was defined by a combined end point that included either incident myocardial infarction, stroke, or heart failure.Results:Using a discovery/validation approach, 42 proteins were associated with our primary composite end point occurring in 1163 subjects. Thirteen proteins were related to all 3 outcomes.

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National A-Fib Numbers Higher Than Previously Tought

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11 — In the first national estimate in two decades, researchers at the University of California-San Francisco (UCSF) report that 10.5 A-Fib, as the condition is commonly known, has been on the rise for at least the past decade, driven by the aging of the population, along with increasing rates of hypertension, diabetes and obesity.

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American College of Cardiology ACC.24 Late-breaking Science and Guidelines Session Summary

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Five highly-anticipated late-breaking clinical trial sessions, an ACC/AHA guidelines update session and a host of featured clinical research sessions have been announced by program planners for the American College of Cardiology’s 73 rd Annual Scientific Session & Expo to be held April 6-8 in Atlanta, GA.

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Unraveling the Link Between Mental Health and Cardiovascular Disease 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

The profound link between the heart and mind has been the subject of much research for some time, with newer studies reinforcing the existing evidence as well as offering deeper insights. As we step into American Heart Month, it becomes imperative to delve into the intricacies of this relationship and dissect the latest research findings.

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Abstract 022: Acute Kidney Injury in Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: Exploring its Clinical Significance and Prognostic Implications

Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology

Further research and attention to this area are crucial for improving patient outcomes and guiding clinical interventions in this challenging condition.MethodsICD‐10‐CM codes were used to query the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) for patients with AIS between 2010 and 2019. Patients with AKI were on average older (63.29