Congenital heart disease is one of the more common congenital anomalies with an incidence of approximately 4 per 1000 live births. Although many of these infants are born at term with birthweights well within the normal range, they often can develop growth failure due to in [....] » Read More
Introduction: Exercise intolerance in patients with heart failure leads to a lower quality of life. An increasing number of studies suggest that early initiation of guided-directed medical therapy (GDMT) leads to better outcomes. Sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 (SG [....] » Read More
Animals are an important tool for studying human diseases. Our research team has used rodents as models of metabolic and oncological diseases, like diabetes and prostate, mammary, colon, liver, and urinary bladder cancers. In our experiments, we have monitored the cardiac funct [....] » Read More
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of mortality for women and is responsible for 35% of total deaths in women, since there is a growing interest (as the Lancet Commission alert) on reducing the global burden of cardiovascular disease. It is estimated that obesity contrib [....] » Read More
Background Aortic regurgitation changes the loading condition of the aorta, and the changes of the longitudinal strain of the sinus of Valsalva and the ascending aorta remains unclear.The purpose of this study was to evaluate the longitudinal strain of the sinus of Valsalva [....] » Read More
Background: There are few reports of total arch replacement through a partial upper sternotomy in obese patients with type A aortic dissection, and the safety and feasibility of this procedure still need to be further investigated. The present study also sought to investigat [....] » Read More
Objective: To compare the levels of microRNA (miRNA) 24 levels in diabetic patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) with non-diabetics suffering from ACS. Methodology: A prospective case-control study was carried out among 40 patients with ACS residing in Belagavi, Karnatak [....] » Read More
Background: Much concern was directed towards studying cardiovascular dysfunction in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). However, the mechanisms of such dysfunction are not completely elucidated. Aim of the work: The aim of our work was to assess cardiac and arterial function [....] » Read More
Background & Objective The prevalence rate of Hyperuricemia is comparatively higher in Asian countries than in the western regions. Hypertensive patients with co-existing Hyperuricemia (HU) are at greater risk of uncontrolled HTN, metabolic syndrome and its complications. [....] » Read More
Background & Objective The prevalence rate of Hyperuricemia is comparatively higher in Asian countries than in the western regions. Hypertensive patients with co-existing Hyperuricemia (HU) are at greater risk of uncontrolled HTN, metabolic syndrome and its complications. [....] » Read More
Risk factors for sudden cardiac death (SCD) and prevention guideline Incidence of SCD Review of SCD risk factors Risk factor reduction treatment Prevention guidelines Defibrillator (ICD) guidelines - USA
Background:Myopericarditis is a rare complication of the mRNA Covid-19 vaccines, and often affects young males. We present a case of myopericarditis in a 68-year-old male with AML after receiving the 2nd booster (4th dose) of mRNA-1273 (Moderna booster). Case:A 68-year-old mal [....] » Read More
Background:The clinical presentation of viral myocarditis is variable and is an important cause of cardiomyopathy worldwide. In some cases, symptoms are minimal consisting of mild fatigue and chest discomfort, where other cases result in fulminant heart failure, arrythmia and sud [....] » Read More
The risk of cardiovascular disease increases at an alarming rate with the increase in an individual’s blood pressure. Rise in systemic arterial blood pressure can be caused by factors such as unhealthy diet (excessive intake of salts, trans-fats and saturated fats), alcohol [....] » Read More
Background: Chest pain in patients with angina and no obstructive coronary artery disease (ANOCA) is a diagnostic and treatment challenge, resulting in a significant burden on healthcare resources. With increasing recognition of ANOCA, it is uncertain if the healthcare resource u [....] » Read More
Here I report a rare case of LAD mycotic Aneursym Post PCI which formed a Fistula to PA Audience Takeaway: Infective complications post PCI are rare. My presentation will help the clinicians to prevent future coronary complications I will present the complication of [....] » Read More
Purpose:High levels of coronary artery stenosis (>50%) increases the risk for ischemic heart disease, the leading cause of death worldwide. A novel procedure called intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) can reduce the levels of coronary artery stenosis by disrupting calc [....] » Read More
Objective: To know the clinical outcomes of percutaneous intervention (PCI) with drug eluting stents (DES) in patients with unprotected left main stem disease. Methodology & Theoretical Orientation: This single-center, prospective, observational study was conducted on 133 pat [....] » Read More
For years aspirin was considered an essential part of the treatment of patients with or at risk of coronary artery disease. However, more recent studies have shown that aspirin, even at low dose, does not improve outcomes when administered for primary prevention and is associated [....] » Read More
Title : Assessment of strain imaging in the prediction of early cancer therapy-related cardiac dysfunction (CTRCD) troponin and its correlation with serum biomaker (TROPONIN-I)
Dhulipalla Dharma Teja, MBBS, MD, DM Cardiology, India
Introduction: Cancer therapy-related cardiac dysfunction (CTRCD) is one of the side effects experienced by nearly one-tenth of cancer survivors. LVEF and GLS have been proposed as a marker to predict CTRCD. Recent studies also suggest assessment of cardiac biomarkers including tr [....] » Read More
Title : Between the brain and the heart: Effects of reward system activation on the recovery process following myocardial infarction
Hedva Haykin, Technion- Institute of Technology, Israel
Background: Epidemiological data show a correlation between negative emotional states, such as depression and stress, to a higher incidence of acute cardiovascular events like myocardial infarction (MI), with more frequently occurring comorbidities and mortality. Consistent [....] » Read More
Title : Role of intracoronary adenosine in prevention of no reflow guided by MVO by CMR
Ahmed Ibrahim Hatata , Ain Shams University , Egypt
The adenosine is an available drug and the tool is ready for treatment of no reflow but how is the drug is used in prevention of no reflow was the study. In this study we used adenosine as primary intervention for no reflow after establishing TIMI I flow in primary PCI [....] » Read More
Title : Assessment of treatment with spironolactone on right ventricular function in patients with type 1 pulmonary hypertension
Yeganeh Mobasser, MUMS, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Despite evidence showing the effect of vasoactive hormones including aldosterone in pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) pathophysiology, few clinical reports are available concerning the effect of PAH treatment with aldosterone antagonists. Therefore, in this study, we evaluate [....] » Read More
Title : Exercise training improves diastolic function in IHD patients.
Nahid Mobasser, ZUMS, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of exercise training on exercise tolerance and left ventricular diastolic function and structure in patients with chronic cardiac ischemia. Methods: Eighty-eight patients with cardiac ischemia and diastolic disfu [....] » Read More
Title : Novel oral anticoagulants (NOACs) versus low molecular weight heparin (LMW) in prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE) recurrence in cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
William Bernard Ong, St. Luke’s Medical Center, Philippines
Background: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) causes significant morbidity and mortality among cancer patients. Use of low molecular weight heparin is the recommended therapeutic regimen in the prevention of VTE, however it has numerous disadvantages including discomfort, cost, safe [....] » Read More
Title : A conceptual paper on stakeholder collaboration aimed at addressing the psycho-social needs of women living with hypertension: Community development approach
Linda Shirindi, University of South Africa, South Africa
Stakeholder collaboration is significant to the contribution and improvement of psycho-social functioning and resilience of women living with hypertension. The purpose of the study was to explore and describe perceptions of stakeholders in addressing psycho-social needs of women [....] » Read More
Title : Cardiology Conference
Nightingale Syabbalo, Nabanji Medical Center, Zambia
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19) is caused by an enveloped, single-stranded RNA betacoronavirus belonging to the corona viridae 2B lineage. Several epidemics of SARS-CoV-2 due to different variants have caused severe morbidities and deaths in [....] » Read More
Title : Rare case of tuberculous chylopericardium managed conservatively
Kevin Paul Enriquez, Philippine General Hospital, Philippines
Chylopericardium is a rare condition in which there is accumulation of chylous fluid in the pericardial cavity. Commonly it is idiopathic, postoperative, or neoplastic. Tuberculosis (TB) as a cause has infrequently been reported. Optimal management is unclear, being conservative [....] » Read More
Title : Rare case of tuberculous chylopericardium managed conservatively
Kevin Paul Enriquez, Philippine General Hospital, Philippines
Chylopericardium is a rare condition in which there is accumulation of chylous fluid in the pericardial cavity. Commonly it is idiopathic, postoperative, or neoplastic. Tuberculosis (TB) as a cause has infrequently been reported. Optimal management is unclear, being conservative [....] » Read More
Title : Wide complex tachycardia: a clinical conundrum: VT versus WPW syndrome
Indrajeet Mahata, University of Missouri, United States
Introduction: The accurate diagnosis and initial evaluation of Wide complex tachycardia (WCT) has been a traditional clinical dilemma. The differential diagnosis includes ventricular tachycardia (VT), supraventricular tachycardia (SVT with aberration and SVT with pre-excitat [....] » Read More
Title : Unmasking of Type-1 Brugada syndrome in a case of Aluminium Phosphide (Celphos) poisoning: An unusual phenomenon
Ishan Verma, AIIMS Nagpur, India
A 21 year old female was brought to the emergency department of our hospital with alleged history of celphos consumption an hour back at home. Following consumption, she had 2 episodes of vomiting. On arrival in the emergency, she was irritable and in gasping condition. Endotrach [....] » Read More
Title : Furin as a potential biomarker in SARS?CoV?2 infection in patients with Pre-existing cardiometabolic diseases.
Laila Rejali, Islamic Azad University, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Background: SARS-CoV-2 entry requires cleavage of the spike glycoprotein at the S1/S2 and the S2? cleavage sites to mediate membrane fusion. The furin cleavage site is an important determinant of SARS-CoV-2 transmission. Through proteolytic cleavage of ADAM17, furin also indirect [....] » Read More
Title : Geriatric cardiology in Nigeria: a necessary discipline?
Aisha Oluwabunmi Ajala, University of port-harcourt teaching hospital, Nigeria
Background Cardiovascular disease (CVD) accounts for the major cause of morbidity and mortality in older adults and occurs amidst several co-morbidities and geriatric syndromes. Nigeria, with the largest growing economy in the continent is not spared by the process of aging of [....] » Read More