Tag: Heart / Stroke-Related: Misc.
ICDs May Provide Little Benefit When Implanted Over Age 70
ICDs lead to extended survival in those at high risk for sudden cardiac death, less so for those over 70
ACC/AHA Risk Score No Better for Identifying Elevated CAC in RA
Ten-year risk score no better than Framingham Risk Score, Reynolds Risk Score
BP Meds Benefit Diabetes Patients, Even Without HTN
Although positive effect of meds smaller in participants with lower blood pressure levels
Smartphone ECGs Have Similar Accuracy to Standard ECGs
Smartphone and standard ECGs detect atrial rate and rhythm, AV block, QRS delay with equal accuracy
Residential Program Cuts CVD Risk Factors in Obese Youth
Helps with weight loss, but therapy is costly and long-term results are unknown
Some Angiotensin Receptor Blockers More Potent Than Others
Candesartan and valsartan most efficacious post-MI hyperaldosteronism suppressors
Early Rehab Doesn’t Increase Adverse Events Post-CABG
Findings in coronary artery bypass graft patients entering cardiac rehab within two weeks of discharge
One in Three Prefer Earlier Death to Daily Pill
One of three survey respondents rejected the idea even if it meant a shorter life
ISET: Program to Test, Treat for PAD Reduces Amputations
Saving limbs saves lives and costs less than amputation for peripheral arterial disease
A Little Jogging Goes a Long Way
Just an hour or two a week confers life-extension benefits, researcher contends
