Arrhythmias Not Induced by Caffeine in Heart Failure Patients
Stress test didn't show short-term changes after coffee drinking
Quality of Outpatient Care Has Not Consistently Improved in U.S.
Large analysis finds declines or stagnation in many basic health measures in the United States
CDC: Possible Contamination of Open-Heart Surgery Devices
Hospitals to check to see which type of heater-coolers are in use
PCI for Concurrent Chronic Total Occlusions Safe in STEMI
No benefit in LVEF, LVEDV for patients undergoing PCI for concurrent CTO in non-infarct-related artery
Computerized Ordering Tool Cuts Imaging Cardiac Stress Tests
No reduction in use of inappropriate testing after introduction of computerized order entry tool
Low Diastolic Pressure Linked to Subclinical Myocardial Damage
High-sensitivity cardiac troponin-T more likely among those with DBP below 60 or 60 to 69 mm Hg
Smartphone Device Can Detect Undiagnosed A-Fib
Screening for atrial fibrillation with single-lead electrocardiogram feasible
Calcium Supplements May Be Detrimental to Heart Health
Higher incidence of coronary artery calcification in people who take calcium supplements
Heart Rate Wristbands Often Display Inaccurate Data
In test of 4 models, 2 provided 'suboptimal' readings during exercise; none as accurate as chest strap
Late Mortality Mainly Noncardiac for TAVR Patients
Low rate of adverse events after the first month; good valve performance during follow-up
