Prognostic role of TAPSE to PASP ratio in outpatients with left ventricular systolic dysfunction
Abstract Aims Few data are available regarding the role of tricuspid annulus plane systolic excursion to pulmonary artery systolic pressure (TAPSE/PASP), a measurement of right ventricular to pulmonary artery coupling, in patients with chronic heart failure and left ventricular systolic dysfunction.
Mauro Riccardi+9 more
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Sexual dysfunction and perceptions of rheumatologist engagement on this issue in patients with systemic sclerosis. [PDF]
Morales LM+4 more
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Abstract Aims Inflammation plays a critical role in both the development and progression of heart failure (HF), which is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. However, the causality between specific inflammation‐related proteins and HF risk remains unclear.
Xian‐Guan Zhu+9 more
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Understanding the Role of Epithelial Cells in the Pathogenesis of Systemic Sclerosis. [PDF]
Nagib L, Kumar AS, Stratton R.
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Female hormonal exposures and neuromyelitis optica symptom onset in a multicenter study [PDF]
Alvarez, Enrique, Cross, Anne H, et al,
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Aortic stenosis intricacies beyond the valve: A bidirectional Mendelian randomization study
Abstract Aims Numerous observational studies have reported an association between calcific aortic valve stenosis (CAVS) and an increased risk of other cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). However, the potential causal association is uncertain. Methods and results A bidirectional Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis was performed to confirm the causal ...
Dihui Cai, Jianhui Liu
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Redefining Systemic Sclerosis Classification: Anti-Topoisomerase Antibody as a Superior Predictor of Interstitial Lung Disease and Skin Progression Compared to Limited Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis Subset. [PDF]
Chaovanitkul C+5 more
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Abstract Aims Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) caused by viral myocarditis and autoimmune processes is a frequent cause for heart failure. CD4+ T cells are indispensable for autoimmune myocarditis. Coronin 1 is required for peripheral T cell survival.
Amanda Ochoa‐Espinosa+11 more
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Malignancy in Systemic Sclerosis: A Multicenter Retrospective Study. [PDF]
Nemes-Tömöri D+6 more
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