Tag: Heart / Stroke-Related: Misc.
Hypoglycemia, Atherosclerosis Progression Link Explored
Serious hypoglycemia linked to progression of CAC only in standard therapy group of VA Diabetes Trial
Focused Cardiac Ultrasonography Can Discriminate LVSF
Trained internal medicine physicians can differentiate normal from reduced left ventricular systolic function
Glucose Levels Linked to Cardiac Surgery Outcomes
Levels ≥180 mg/dL tied to worse outcomes for most patients; not for those with insulin-treated diabetes
Depressive Symptoms Linked to Coronary Artery Calcium
Negative association with CAC severity in women; nonlinear U-shaped association for men
Profound Hypothermia Best Avoided in Initial Reperfusion
Minimizes injury and improves functional recovery of hearts donated after circulatory death
A-Fib May Pose Bigger Threat to Women
Review found atrial fibrillation linked to higher risk of stroke, cardiac events, death in women
Stethoscope Still Valuable Despite Technological Advances
Despite increase in point-of-care ultrasound training, high risk of misdiagnosis for inexperienced
Diabetes Mellitus Is Independent Risk Factor for A-Fib
Independent correlation persisted after adjustment for cardiovascular risk factors
Tissue May Beat Metal for AVR in Middle-Aged Patients
Bioprosthetic valves less likely to cause blood clots, but are less durable
Review: Paroxetine Use in Pregnancy Tied to Malformations
Increased risk of any major congenital malformations, major cardiac malformations
