Tag: Heart / Stroke-Related: Misc.
Chagas Disease Presents Public Health Challenge in the U.S.
Without early treatment, Chagas disease can cause heart failure
Over 20 Percent of Maternal Mortality in Illinois Due to CVD
22.2 percent of women died of cardiovascular causes, with cardiomyopathy the most common etiology
Early Invasive Doesn’t Beat Selective Strategy in NSTE-ACS
No significant between-group difference in 10-year death or spontaneous myocardial infarction
Vitamin B May Help Mitigate Health Risks From Air Pollution
Small study suggests vitamin B might help, but reducing pollution levels remains the priority
High Readmission Rates for Critical Limb Ischemia
Predictors of unplanned readmission include age, female sex, black/Hispanic race, prior amputation
Reduced Glomerular Filtration Rate Major Cause of CV Deaths
Finding points to need for screening for kidney function
Hot Flashes in Early Menopause May Indicate Elevated CVD Risk
Study found link between menopausal symptoms in younger women and reduced endothelial cell function
6 Variables Can Predict Mortality Risk in Cardiogenic Shock
Variables from Intraaortic Balloon Pump in Cardiogenic Shock trial ID short-term mortality risk
Midlife Vascular Risk Factors Associated With Elevated Amyloid
One cardiovascular risk factor alone may up the likelihood of amyloid deposits by 88 percent
Exercise Capacity Prognostically Beneficial for Patients
When not contraindicated, reviewers urge for overall view of patients' clinical status
