A new solution for energy transfer to heart pumps mitigates infection

by Christoph Elhardt,ETH ZurichThin, flexible cables with craters on the surface lead to fewer infections in patients. Credit: Nici Lebküchner / ETH ZurichRoughly 1 in 2 wearers of ventricular a

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A new solution for energy transfer to heart pumps mitigates infection

by Christoph Elhardt,ETH ZurichThin, flexible cables with craters on the surface lead to fewer infections in patients. Credit: Nici Lebküchner / ETH ZurichRoughly 1 in 2 wearers of ventricular a

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Researchers recommend update of dental antibiotic guidelines to protect high-risk heart patients

by University of SheffieldHuman heart. Credit: copyright American Heart AssociationResearch led by the University of Sheffield found that dental patients at high risk of infective endocarditis, a

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Researchers recommend update of dental antibiotic guidelines to protect high-risk heart patients

by University of SheffieldHuman heart. Credit: copyright American Heart AssociationResearch led by the University of Sheffield found that dental patients at high risk of infective endocarditis, a

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An Overview: What Is Heart Failure?

An Overview: What Is Heart Failure?ByCory MartinUpdated on May 25, 2022Medically reviewed byRichard N. Fogoros, MDAlthough heart failure sounds like the heart is no longer capa

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An Overview: What Is Heart Failure?

An Overview: What Is Heart Failure?ByCory MartinUpdated on May 25, 2022Medically reviewed byRichard N. Fogoros, MDAlthough heart failure sounds like the heart is no longer capa

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Early ibuprofen not beneficial for preemies with patent ductus arteriosus

by Elana GotkineFor extremely preterm infants, the risk for death or moderate or severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia is not significantly lower among those receiving early treatment for patent ductus ar

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Early ibuprofen not beneficial for preemies with patent ductus arteriosus

by Elana GotkineFor extremely preterm infants, the risk for death or moderate or severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia is not significantly lower among those receiving early treatment for patent ductus ar

Updated on:May 11,2024 5

Antihypertensive meds initiation linked to fractures in nursing home seniors

by Elana GotkineFor longer-term nursing home residents, initiation of antihypertensive medication is associated with an increased risk for fractures and falls, according to a studypublished&nbsp

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Antihypertensive meds initiation linked to fractures in nursing home seniors

by Elana GotkineFor longer-term nursing home residents, initiation of antihypertensive medication is associated with an increased risk for fractures and falls, according to a studypublished&nbsp

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Two-step screening strategy could reduce diabetic heart failure

by UT Southwestern Medical CenterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA two-step screening protocol that combines clinical risk assessment with biomarker testing can more effectively identify which

Updated on: March 15,2024 16

Two-step screening strategy could reduce diabetic heart failure

by UT Southwestern Medical CenterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA two-step screening protocol that combines clinical risk assessment with biomarker testing can more effectively identify which

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Clinical significance of PCSK9 and soluble P-selectin in predicting major adverse cardiovascular events

by Compuscript LtdReceiver Operating Characteristic Curves of PCSK9 and sP-selectin for Predicting MACE, With or Without Adjustment for Established Risk Factors. PCSK9 = proprotein convertase subtilis

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Clinical significance of PCSK9 and soluble P-selectin in predicting major adverse cardiovascular events

by Compuscript LtdReceiver Operating Characteristic Curves of PCSK9 and sP-selectin for Predicting MACE, With or Without Adjustment for Established Risk Factors. PCSK9 = proprotein convertase subtilis

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Continuous positive airway pressure therapy in patients with coronary artery disease and obstructive sleep apnea

by Compuscript LtdCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainObstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is highly common in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) and it is a strong predictor of subsequent cardiovascul

Updated on: March 15,2024 10

Continuous positive airway pressure therapy in patients with coronary artery disease and obstructive sleep apnea

by Compuscript LtdCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainObstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is highly common in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) and it is a strong predictor of subsequent cardiovascul

Updated on:March 15,2024 10

Treatment of Premature Ventricular Complexes

ByRichard N. Fogoros, MDUpdated on August 03, 2023Medically reviewed byAnthony Pearson, MDPremature ventricular complexes, orPVCs, are among the most commoncardiac

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Treatment of Premature Ventricular Complexes

ByRichard N. Fogoros, MDUpdated on August 03, 2023Medically reviewed byAnthony Pearson, MDPremature ventricular complexes, orPVCs, are among the most commoncardiac

Updated on:March 14,2024 3

Blood Pressure and Heart Rate: What's the Difference?

Blood Pressure and Heart Rate: What's the Difference?ByAngela Ryan Lee, MDPublished on February 24, 2022Medically reviewed byYasmine S. Ali, MD, MSCIBlood pressureand

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Blood Pressure and Heart Rate: What's the Difference?

Blood Pressure and Heart Rate: What's the Difference?ByAngela Ryan Lee, MDPublished on February 24, 2022Medically reviewed byYasmine S. Ali, MD, MSCIBlood pressureand

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Non-invasive screening tools may miss heart failure for certain patients and should be used with caution, warns study

by Jessica Stanley,University of AdelaideCredit:JACC: Heart Failure(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.jchf.2024.01.015Existing non-invasive screening tools may miss heart failure among patients

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Non-invasive screening tools may miss heart failure for certain patients and should be used with caution, warns study

by Jessica Stanley,University of AdelaideCredit:JACC: Heart Failure(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.jchf.2024.01.015Existing non-invasive screening tools may miss heart failure among patients

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Addressing structural racism is central to reducing cardiovascular disease disparities across the U.S.

by American Heart AssociationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe existence of structural racism creates a barrier to equitable access to health care and as a result is a fundamental driver of he

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Addressing structural racism is central to reducing cardiovascular disease disparities across the U.S.

by American Heart AssociationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe existence of structural racism creates a barrier to equitable access to health care and as a result is a fundamental driver of he

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