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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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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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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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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

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A new paper by me – please share widely

Dr. Malcolm Kendrick

Anyway, I was invited to write the article by Dr Eric Westman, who was the guest editor for this edition of ‘ Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity.’ There are numerous other conditions leading to this kind of damage, which can trigger thrombus formation, causing strokes and myocardial infarctions.

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No Plaque, No Problem: Tackling Atherosclerosis Prevention

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

This imbalance is partly due to limited healthcare access, fewer preventive resources, and challenges in addressing risk factors such as obesity and diabetes. For example, the global spread of obesity, particularly among youth, has set the stage for a future pandemic of non-communicable diseases.

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Expert Perspective: The Obesity Paradox with Salvatore Carbone, PhD

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

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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