January 2017 Briefing – Cardiology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Cardiology for January 2017. This roundup includes the latest...
Benefits for Intensive BP Lowering in Older HTN Patients
Intensive BP control linked to reductions in MACE, cardiovascular mortality, and heart failure
HbA1c, Waist-to-Height Ratio Predict Dyslipidemia in T1DM
For youth with type 1 diabetes, hemoglobin A1c and waist-to-height ratio are modifiable risk factors
Obese Who Self-Stigmatize May Have Higher Cardiometabolic Risk
Those affected by weight bias more likely to have cardiovascular disease risk factors
Paracardial Fat Linked to Risk of CAC in Postmenopausal Women
Researchers tie paracardial adipose tissue to raised risk of coronary artery calcification
TGF-β1 Linked to Recurrent A-Fib After Catheter Ablation
Patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation have highest levels of transforming growth factor-β1
E-Cigarettes Found to Have Adverse Effect on Heart Health
Researchers find users more likely to have early indicators of cardiovascular disease risk
CVD-Related Hospital Admissions Up Second Day After Snowstorm
Admissions for heart attack, chest pain, stroke 23 percent higher two days after major snowfall
Review: Cardiopulmonary Event Rate Not Up With Propofol Use
Similar risk with propofol versus traditional sedation for gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures
Cardiovascular Event Risks May Be Affected by Timing of Meals
American Heart Association report suggests eating more earlier in the day may be healthier
