Physician Assistants in Cardiology
In the U.K., resident doctors in cardiology reported that it is not uncommon for physician assistants (PAs) to perform actions outside their scope of practice, according to a survey. (Heart)
Multiple Sclerosis and Cardiovascular Surgery
Multiple sclerosis did not predispose individuals to worse outcomes following cardiovascular surgery, as noted in a study from JAMA Surgery.
Beta-Blocker Therapy After Heart Attacks
Stabilized heart attack patients demonstrated better outcomes by remaining on beta-blocker therapy one year later, based on a secondary analysis of the ABYSS trial. (Circulation)
Valvular Heart Disease in Older Americans
Clinically significant valvular heart disease was found to be nearly 20% prevalent among older Americans, as shown in a national in-home echocardiography study. (Journal of the American College of Cardiology)
New Technology for Stroke Treatment
The FDA has approved Penumbra’s Thunderbolt modulated aspiration thrombectomy system for acute ischemic stroke.
Carotid Endarterectomy Study
An observational study supporting carotid endarterectomy in asymptomatic carotid stenosis was released by the Society for Vascular Surgery following CREST-2.
Gout and Heart Risks
Gout flares were linked to a transient increase in the risk of tachyarrhythmia over the next 30-60 days, based on primary care records from England and Sweden. (Lancet Primary Care)
Gout was also associated with an increased risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation according to a Finnish registry. (Stroke)
Heart Transplant Outcomes for Women
Heart transplant outcomes tended to be less favorable for female recipients as reported in an international registry. (Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation)
Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy
An economic study highlighted that quadruple guideline-directed medical therapy for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction could provide net savings. (JAMA Cardiology)
Familial Hypercholesterolemia Screening
A combined biochemical and genetic screening program estimated that the prevalence of familial hypercholesterolemia was one in 163 in Southern Germany. (European Heart Journal)
Diversity in Clinical Trials
To enhance trial participant diversity, efforts must include more plain language, visual, and multilingual materials, along with adequate time for shared decision-making and clear communication on study goals. (Circulation: Population Health and Outcomes)
Sodium Bicarbonate in Cardiac Arrest
A Danish trial indicated that sodium bicarbonate did not aid patients with in-hospital cardiac arrest in achieving return of spontaneous circulation. (JAMA)
Cardiac Health in Female Athletes
Professional soccer player Savy King, who collapsed on the field, discussed her recovery after surgery for an anomalous coronary artery. (Women’s Health)
Cardiac Health in Wrestlers
A study revealed that WWE wrestlers displayed predominantly normal cardiac electrical and structural profiles, with low prevalence of pathological findings. (Journal of the American Heart Association)
Hypertension and Dementia
A prospective cohort study found that late-life hypertension was associated with a lower risk of dementia in frail individuals, contrasting with its association with higher dementia rates in non-frail individuals. (Neurology)
Disclaimer: This material is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare provider for personal medical concerns.
Fuente: https://www.medpagetoday.com/cardiology/generalcardiology/121786
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