December 13, 2024

New Myocarditis Guidelines Define Disease Stages

ACC consensus pathway introduces stages A through D for myocarditis classification, paralleling the established heart failure staging system cardiologists use daily.

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December 12, 2024

New Evidence Supports Emergency Stroke Intervention

Meta-analysis of nearly 1,000 stroke patients found endovascular therapy doubled odds of functional independence and reduced mortality in vertebrobasilar occlusion, despite increased hemorrhage risk—mirroring benefits seen in anterior circulation strokes.

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December 12, 2024

Key Genetic Variants in Palmoplantar Keratoderma

In a Danish cohort of 142 patients with palmoplantar keratoderma, researchers identified DSP variants linked to cardiomyopathy risk in seemingly typical cases, highlighting why genetic testing matters beyond just diagnosis.

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December 09, 2024

Breast Calcifications Linked to CVD Risk

A recent study found that women with breast arterial calcification detected on mammograms face an approximately 50% increase in risk of cardiovascular events and mortality. The findings suggest that BAC may serve as an early marker of cardiovascular disease risk.

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December 02, 2024

Can Hidden Fat Predict Alzheimer's Risk?

A study presented at RSNA 2024 demonstrated findings at midlife, decades prior to patients exhibiting early symptoms of Alzheimer's disease related dementia.

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November 26, 2024

Constitutional Stiffness Links RA, CVD Risk

New study reveals the link between stiffness in joints, arteries, and skin with rheumatoid arthritis severity and cardiovascular disease risk.

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November 26, 2024

Nicotine-Free Vaping Altered Blood Flow, Study Shows

Nicotine-free vaping showed immediate vascular effects, with MRI revealing a significant decrease in femoral artery blood flow and oxygen saturation post-inhalation (P<0.05), challenging assumptions about its comparative safety.

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April 25, 2024

AHA: 2023’s Most Significant Scientific Advancements in Cardiovascular Care

The AHA provided an overview of the most notable advancements in cardiovascular disease research in 2023.

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July 25, 2024

Senate Investigates Bankruptcy of Hospital Chain: CEO Subpoenaed

The U.S. Senate Committee is calling the CEO of Steward Health to testify about alleged corporate greed and financial mismanagement amid the company's bankruptcy.

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