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Elevated Arterial Stiffness: A Strong, Independent Predictor of Diabetes

A study was conducted to determine if, compared with hypertension, arterial stiffness is a more accurate predictor of diabetes risk.

Cases of Kawasaki Disease in the U.S. Dropped During Pandemic

The incidence of Kawasaki disease (KD) decreased during periods of COVID-19-related masking and school closure.

No Recurrence of VTE 1 Year after COVID-19-Associated VTE Event

A study was conducted to determine outcomes in hospitalized patients with COVID-19 and VTE, during anticoagulation therapy and at 1-year follow-up.

Role of Socioeconomic Status in Amputation Rates With Comorbid PVD and Diabetes

A study was conducted to determine the relationship between socioeconomic status and major amputation in patients with diabetes and peripheral vascular disease.

Prognostic Nomogram for Patients with Large Vessel Occlusion Undergoing EVT

Researchers sought to develop a prediction nomogram for stroke management in patients with large vessel occlusion treated with endovascular thrombectomy.

One-Year Restenosis Rates After Fluoropolymer-Based Drug-Eluting Stent Implantation for PAD

A study was done to determine the 1-year risk for aneurysmal degeneration and restenosis following implantation of fluoropolymer-based drug-eluting stents.

PAD, Low Levels of Physical Activity Linked to Higher Mortality in Hispanic Patients

Investigators examined the relationship among physical activity, peripheral artery disease, and mortality in Hispanic and Latino patients.

Vascular Surgery Decision Support Tools Promote Shared Decision-Making

Investigators assessed the effectiveness of decision support tools in improving shared decision-making among vascular surgeons and their patients.

Quantitative Perfusion Measures Predict Adverse Event Risk Among Patients Having Undergone Previous Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery

A team of investigators evaluated the ability of myocardial blood flow and stress perfusion cardiac magnetic resonance imaging to predict adverse outcomes in patients who had undergone previous coronary artery bypass graft surgery.

Asymptomatic Peripheral Artery Disease and Increased Risk for Mortality, CV Outcomes

A study was conducted to examine the risk for adverse cardiovascular events in patients with asymptomatic peripheral arterial disease and various CV risk factors.