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Pulmonary Embolism—A Century of Progress
Reviews a century of progress in the diagnosis, prevention, and management of pulmonary embolism; from the first successful surgical embolectomy in 1924 to advanced imaging, pharmacological thromboprophylaxis, and treatment. In the 21st century, advances include catheter‐directed thrombolysis or mechanical thrombectomy under decision‐making guidance of
D. A. Watters
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ABSTRACT Severe aortic stenosis (AS) carries a poor prognosis when symptomatic, particularly in cardiogenic shock (CS). Emergency transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is rarely performed but may represent a rescue therapy. Coexistent carotid artery stenosis (CAS) further increases procedural risk.
Max Groche +3 more
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ABSTRACT Background and Aims Atherosclerosis is a lipid‐induced chronic inflammatory cardiovascular disorder denoted by the infiltration of immune cells and the agglomeration of lipids in the intima, the innermost layer, of the arteries of large and medium sizes.
Ramin Lotfi +4 more
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Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension: Medical Treatment [PDF]
Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) is responsible for significant levels of morbidity and mortality. the estimated cumulative incidence of CTEPH is 2-4% among patients presenting with acute pulmonary thromboembolism.
Savas Ozsu +3 more
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ABSTRACT Carotid artery stenting (CAS) is an effective treatment for carotid stenosis. Proton‐pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly prescribed in the general population. However, the impact of PPI use on outcomes following CAS remains unknown. This study investigated the impact of PPI use on CAS using a retrospective, matched‐cohort analysis from the ...
Chia‐En Wong +7 more
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Why carotid endarterectomy is method of choice in treatment of carotid stenosis [PDF]
Procedures used in treatment of carotid stenosis are endarterectomy, PTA with stent implantation, resection with graft interposition and by-pass procedure. Segmental lesions are found more often and treated by the first two mentioned procedures.
Radak Đorđe, Davidović Lazar
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ABSTRACT Opioids, most intravenous anesthetics and various illicit substances can cause fatal respiratory depression by depressing central respiratory networks. ENA‐001, a ventilatory modulator targeting the carotid bodies, has emerged as a potential countermeasure without impairing analgesia or hypnosis.
Jimmy J. Arevalo +9 more
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Is There Any Role of Pulmonary Endarterectomy in Pulmonary Arterial Hydatidosis?
BACKGROUND: Hydatid Cyst is a zoonosis caused by Echinococcus granulosis. Pulmonary artery involvement is a rare condition. The aim of this study was to review our experience in the surgical treatment of pulmonary arterial hydatidosis. METHODS: Data were
YILDIZELİ, BEDRETTİN
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ABSTRACT Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a complex disorder associated with significant morbidity and mortality. PH is characterized by an elevated pulmonary vascular load, leading to right ventricular dysfunction and remodeling, with right heart failure and premature death if left untreated.
Surya Ayalasomayajula +8 more
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ABSTRACT Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) is a distinct and potentially curable form of pulmonary hypertension; however, a substantial proportion of patients remain inoperable or experience persistent or recurrent disease. Pharmacological therapies targeting the nitric oxide–soluble guanylate cyclase–cyclic guanosine monophosphate (
Abdullah A. Alqarni +9 more
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