Achilles Tendon Thickness May Independently Predict Carotid Atherosclerosis
Increased Achilles tendon thickness was found to be an independent predictor of carotid atherosclerosis in patients at high or very high cardiovascular risk.
Myocardial Infarction
Recommendations for the Management of ACS in COVID-19
A comprehensive protocol-based triaging and decision making at the point of care in patients with COVID-19 presenting with acute myocardial injury is necessary to reduce provider anxiety and confusion.
AHA Statement on Managing Pregnant Women With CVD
The American Heart Association outlined several considerations for the management of pregnant women with CVD or CVD-related conditions.
ED Use Down for MI, Stroke, Hyperglycemic Crisis in COVID-19
Following declaration of the COVID-19 pandemic as a national emergency, there was a decrease in visits to the emergency department for myocardial infarction (MI), stroke, and hyperglycemic crisis.
Recovery of Left Ventricular Systolic Function in Young Adults After MI and Clinical Outcomes
Approximately one-third of young patients were found to have left ventricular systolic dysfunction after acute myocardial infarction.
Brilinta Approved to Reduce Risk for First MI, Stroke in Patients at High Risk for CAD
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Brilinta (ticagrelor; AstraZeneca) to reduce the risk of a first myocardial infarction (MI) or stroke in high-risk patients with coronary artery disease (CAD).
Comparative Effects of csDMARDs on Stroke and Myocardial Infarction Risk in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Researchers quantified the comparative effect of csDMARDs on the risk for myocardial infarction and stroke in rheumatoid arthritis.
Acute Myocardial Infarction Risk Higher in HD Than PD
In a study of dialysis patients in Taiwan, hemodialysis patients had a greater risk for acute myocardial infarction than peritoneal dialysis patients.
AMI Management in the COVID-19 Era: Consensus Statement
Timely primary percutaneous coronary intervention should remain to be first line treatment for patients presenting to the emergency department with acute STEMI during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Managing Cardiovascular Risk in Patients With Diabetes and COVID-19
The management of cardiovascular risk in patients with diabetes admitted with COVID-19 should be adapted to this population.
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