Body mass index, abdominal fatness, fat mass and the risk of atrial fibrillation: a systematic review and dose–response meta-analysis of prospective studies [PDF]
Different adiposity measures have been associ- ated with increased risk of atrial fibrillation, however, results have previously only been summarized for BMI. We therefore conducted a systematic review and meta- analysis of prospective studies to clarify
Aune, D+8 more
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Appropriateness of referrals for single-photon emission computed tomography myocardial perfusion imaging (SPECT-MPI) in a developing community: A comparison between 2005 and 2009 versions of ACCF/ASNC appropriateness criteria [PDF]
Appropriateness of referrals for myocardial perfusion imaging (MPI) in developing countries has not been extensively studied. Our study was conducted to describe the ordering practices of physicians and appropriateness of MPI referrals in Iran.
Alborzi, A.+7 more
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Several publications continue to address the topic of screening for fetal congenital heart disease with widely differing results. The ideal timing and method of fetal heart scanning is still under debate. An abnormal fetal heart position may indicate abnormality, particularly of the great arteries. The management of several problems that present to the
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Short runs of atrial arrhythmia and stroke risk: a European-wide online survey among stroke physicians and cardiologists [PDF]
Methods: An online survey of cardiologists and stroke physicians was carried out to assess current management of patients with short runs of atrial arrhythmia within Europe. Results: Respondents included 311 clinicians from 32 countries.
Abdul-Rahim, A.H.+5 more
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Exercise and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: Two incompatible entities? [PDF]
A greater understanding of the pathogenic mechanisms underpinning hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) has translated to improved medical care and better survival of affected individuals.
Basu, J, Malhotra, A, Papadakis, M
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A New Approach in Risk Stratification by Coronary CT Angiography. [PDF]
For a decade, coronary computed tomographic angiography (CCTA) has been used as a promising noninvasive modality for the assessment of coronary artery disease (CAD) as well as cardiovascular risks.
Budoff, Matthew J, Nakanishi, Rine
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Utility of mass spectrometry for the diagnosis of the unstable coronary plaque. [PDF]
Mass spectrometry is a powerful technique that is used to identify unknown compounds, to quantify known materials, and to elucidate the structure and chemical properties of molecules.
Hassan, M, Jacob, SS, Yacoub, MH
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Background In a previous study, telmisartan suppressed aldosterone secretion in healthy cats but not in cats with primary hyperaldosteronism (PHA). Hypotheses Telmisartan suppresses aldosterone secretion in middle‐aged healthy cat and cats with diseases ...
Maxime Kurtz+12 more
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2014 ESC GUIDELINES ON THE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF AORTIC DISEASES
Document covering acute and chronic aortic diseases of the thoracic and abdominal aorta of the adultThe Task Force for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Aortic Diseases of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
(ESC) European Society of Cardiology
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