Tag: Heart / Stroke-Related: Misc.
March 2020 Briefing – Cardiology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Cardiology for March 2020. This roundup includes the latest...
Inconsistent Bedtime May Affect Cardiovascular Health
Going to bed even 30 minutes later than normal can lead to higher resting heart rates through most of the next day
CVD May Play Role in Link Between Air Pollution, Dementia
Heart failure, ischemic heart disease, stroke may contribute to link between air pollution and dementia
Concomitant Myocardial Injury With COVID-19 Infection Linked to Fatal Outcome
Elevated TnT levels associated with arrhythmias, use of glucocorticoid therapy, mechanical ventilation
Extreme High Temps More Than Double Cardiovascular Deaths
Extreme temperatures -- 109 degrees -- seen frequently in some parts of the world raise risks from climate change
Cardiac Injury Linked to Increased Mortality in COVID-19
More hospitalized patients with cardiac injury required noninvasive or invasive mechanical ventilation
Frailty Predicts Adverse Outcomes After Mitral Valve Replacement
Index hospitalization costs almost doubled in frail patients and 30-day readmission more frequent
Statement Addresses Concerns About Heart Meds and COVID-19
Patients advised to continue ACE inhibitors/ARBs after researcher posits risk for severe COVID-19 infection
Homeless Patients With AMI Have Distinct Risks, Outcomes
Homeless patients have higher 30-day readmission rates, more readmission for psychiatric causes
Poor Sleep Quality Linked to Greater Food Intake, Worse Diet
Poorer sleep quality linked to lower unsaturated fat intake and higher food weight, added sugar intake
