Tag: Heart / Stroke-Related: Misc.
Statins May Reduce CVD Risks Linked to Sleep Apnea
But more study is needed, researchers say
Tx Delay Impacts Microvascular Reperfusion in STEMI
Symptom onset-to-balloon time linked to absent microvascular perfusion, STR <30 percent
December 2015 Briefing – Cardiology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Cardiology for December 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Regional System of Care May Improve Outcomes for TAVR
Excellent outcomes for patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement
Optimism May Improve Outcomes Post Acute Coronary Syndrome
Linked to greater physical activity and lower rates of cardiac readmission at six months
Treating Hypertension Beneficial Regardless of Baseline Pressure
Reductions in risks of major CVD events, coronary heart disease, stroke, and heart failure
Increase in Use of Mechanical Circulatory Support in PCI
2004 to 2012 saw increase in percutaneous ventricular assist devices, intraaortic balloon pump
Many Ignore Warning Symptoms Before Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Survival significantly higher for patients who call emergency services in response to symptoms
Nursing Conditions Tied to Hospital Cardiac Arrest Survival
Better work environments, decreased patient-to-nurse ratios up survival
Effect of Availability of TAVR on Clinical Practice Evaluated
Analysis of isolated TAVRs and surgical AV replacements performed in Germany 2007 to 2013