The Costs & Benefits of Radial Catheterization
May 15, 2013
When compared with the femoral technique, widespread adoption of radial catheterization could result in substantial savings for the healthcare system.
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Analyzing Operative Outcomes for Proximal Aortic Replacement
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Outcomes for proximal aortic replacement appear to be excellent for elective repair, but research suggests that results deteriorate for non-elective procedures. Better screening and perhaps lowering thresholds for elective intervention could improve outcomes.
Coming to a Consensus on TAVR
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The Costs & Benefits of Radial Catheterization
May 15, 2013
When compared with the femoral technique, widespread adoption of radial catheterization could result in substantial savings for the healthcare system.
Predicting Atrial Fibrillation After CABG
April 2, 2013
Postoperative atrial fibrillation (AF) occurs in 15% to 30% of patients who undergo isolated CABG. A simplified clinical tool using preoperative patient characteristics may help to identify those at high risk.
The Impact of Psychological Distress on Atrial Fibrillation
March 14, 2013
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia in adults and is rapidly reaching epidemic proportions in the United States. Recent studies have suggested that treatment of AF correlates with enhanced overall quality of life. According to current guidelines, the choice of management strategy for AF should be guided by the symptomatic status of patients due to AF.…
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National Wear Red Day Marks the No. 1 Killer of Women
January 15, 2013
It’s a disturbing reality: Heart disease kills more women than all cancers combined. In order to bring attention to that important health issue, the American Heart Association (AHA) asks that you wear a red article of clothing on Friday, Feb. 1.
In addition, the AHA is encouraging health groups and organizations to participate in the “America Goes Red Challenge” between now and Feb.…
Social Media Empowers Afib Patients and Others
August 30, 2012
Social media is empowering afib patients and others to help manage their own health. In fact, research shows that community support is more effective than medication for some. In recognition of National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month, we asked the founder of StopAfib.org to share her research on the many online resources available to patients, caregivers and healthcare providers.
10 Atrial Fibrillation Facts That May Surprise You
August 29, 2012
September is Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month. To help spread the word, StopAfib.org presents these 10 afib facts and figures, a few of which will probably surprise even some healthcare professionals:…
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Predicting Cognitive Recovery After Cardiac Surgery
April 25, 2013
Duke University researchers have found that several factors appear to significantly predict cognitive recovery following cardiac surgery. These included:
More patient education.
Baseline cognitive index.
Less CI decline at 6 weeks.
More activities of daily living (ADLs) at 6 weeks.
The research team suggests that the link between cognitive recovery and ADLs be explored further because it was a potentially modifiable predictor.…
Medications Helpful in High-Risk Patients Without Heart Failure
ACE inhibitors and angiotension II receptor blockers (ARBs) appear to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, and stroke in patients at high cardiovascular risk but without heart failure, according to Italian research. When compared with placebo, ACE inhibitors and ARBs had odds ratios of 0.830 and 0.920, respectively, for risk of these outcomes.…
Enhancing Outcomes in COPD Patients Undergoing CABG
April 24, 2013
The use of β-blockers appears to be safe and significantly improves survival at mid-term follow-up among patients with COPD who are undergoing CABG. A comparison study showed that patients receiving β-blockers had a mortality rate of 7.7%, compared with an 18.3% rate for those who did not.…
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