metabolic syndrome

Metabolic Syndrome, Catheter Ablation, & AF

Metabolic Syndrome, Catheter Ablation, & AF | Opinion Article

October 25, 2012

Coexistence of metabolic syndrome (MS) and atrial fibrillation (AF) is common. Studies suggest that different components of MS, including hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, and obesity, increase the likelihood of AF.

Vitamin D & Mortality in Metabolic Syndrome | News Brief

July 11, 2012

In patients with metabolic syndrome, both all-cause and cardiovascular disease mortality appear to be substantially lowered in those with optimal 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25[OH]D) levels when compared with those with suboptimal levels, according to a study from European researchers. Future investigations should assess the role of vitamin D supplementation in optimizing 25(OH)D levels to reduce mortality in these individuals.…

Reducing Triglyceride Levels in Patients at Risk for CVD

Reducing Triglyceride Levels in Patients at Risk for CVD | Feature

June 26, 2012

The American Heart Association describes evidence-based strategies—most notably diet and lifestyle changes—to reduce triglyceride levels in patients who are at risk for cardiovascular disease, or CVD.

New Guidelines for Assessing Adiposity

New Guidelines for Assessing Adiposity | Feature

June 19, 2012

A scientific statement from the American Heart Association discusses challenges and issues associated with assessing adiposity. Recommendations are provided for identifying at-risk overweight and obese patients.

Establishing Clear Criteria for Metabolic Syndrome | Feature

June 1, 2010

In an attempt to streamline the definition of metabolic syndrome, several professional organizations have released a joint statement that identifies specific criteria for the clinical diagnosis of the condition.