Turns out, Americans may be drinking less coffee, soda and tea, but they're getting more caffeine than ever. A new study of more than 49,000 U.S. adults found that while fewer are sipping caffeinated drinks, those who do are choosing...
Positive Results With Carillon Mitral Device Seen in Real-world Registries sciprian@crf.org Fri, 02/21/2025 - 15:44 Todd Neale The device has evolved from one aimed at just functional MR to a broader HF therapy. EMPOWER will provide more...
Blanking period after AF ablation, periprocedural MI after PCI in non-STEMI, predicting AF after ischemic stroke, and the proper standards for mitral valve repair in primary mitral regurgitation are the topics John Mandrola, MD,...
A positive patient-doctor relationship is an ingredient to a healthy life, and new research has zeroed in on the impact common language in the relationship can have by decreasing cardiovascular disease for the benefit of a longer life.
Tirzepatide is just as effective in reducing cardiovascular risk driven by central adiposity as that driven by general adiposity, shows a new analysis of the SUMMIT trial. Medscape Medical News
The OCEANIC-AF trial has raised concerns about factor XI inhibitors. Should physicians still bet on this class of anticoagulants? Medscape Medical News
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a debilitating condition and a major cause of premature death worldwide. Chronic stress plays a significant role, but the underlying mechanism involving biochemical pathways by which stress leads to...
‘Arbitrary’ Hodgepodge of Composite Endpoints Used Across ASCVD Trials hdellabella@crf.org Thu, 02/20/2025 - 16:31 Michael O'Riordan A minority of studies used the standard three-point MACE endpoint, and many tweaked their endpoints...
A new study shows how the brain reorganizes itself in the first few months after a stroke to improve the ability to speak again. The findings will help researchers understand how functional networks work in the brain. They also have the...
Endomyocardial biopsy (EMB) is a valuable method for diagnosing a range of cardiac conditions, but there is a risk of complications due to its invasive nature. Researchers have now found a way to combine right ventricular (RV) septal...
The AHOMKA platform, an innovative mobile app for patient-to-provider communication that was developed through a collaboration between the School of Engineering and leading medical institutions in Ghana, has yielded positive results in...
Researchers from the Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL) and the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) have studied variations in mRNA length during the progression of atherosclerosis in a mouse model. The...
A new study, authored by KBH Professor Jan Inge Henter and published in the New England Journal of Medicine, has investigated whether the drug empagliflozin can reduce the risk of heart failure and death in patients who have recently...
Women's Heart Health Series: Underrepresentation of Women in Cardiology – Is There a Solution? hdellabella@crf.org Thu, 02/20/2025 - 12:16 Publish Date --> 13 hours 46 minutes ago Teaser --> Clyde Yancy, Roxana Mehran, and Howard...
Women's Heart Health Series: Achieving Health Equity hdellabella@crf.org Thu, 02/20/2025 - 12:04 Publish Date --> 14 hours 46 minutes ago Teaser --> Clyde Yancy talks to Priya Freaney and Nisha Parikh about the landscape of...
Aortic Stenosis Slowed by SGLT2 Inhibitors in Observational Study hdellabella@crf.org Thu, 02/20/2025 - 11:47 Yael L. Maxwell If validated prospectively, the findings could be ‘transformative’ for patients with no current medical options.
A UK study has suggested that the choice of mechanical or biological heart valves for patients aged 50-70 years may need to be reconsidered. Medscape News UK
The seemingly ordinary news of wedding plans for a young man whom she knew as a child reminds this doctor of how far medicine has come in treating cystic fibrosis — it only took a village. theheart.org on Medscape
Scientists at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and collaborators have identified novel genetic interactions that may contribute to congenital heart disease (CHD), a common birth defect.
Body position can affect the accuracy of vital sign measurements that indicate arterial stiffness—a risk factor for heart disease—according to new research. Sitting down during certain tests may cause a spike in arterial stiffness...
Recent research suggests that select athletes with cardiovascular abnormalities may be able to safely participate in competitive sports after shared decision-making with their clinicians about potential risks, according to a joint...
Cardiac arrhythmias affect millions across the world and are responsible for a fifth of all deaths in the Netherlands. Currently there are multiple treatment options, ranging from life-long medication to invasive surgical procedures....
Drinking more alcohol than the recommended weekly limit is associated with an increased risk for coronary heart disease among young and middle-aged adults, with women having higher risks than men. Medscape Medical News
A software robot has proved to be faster than doctors at detecting side effects during a drug treatment for cardiac arrhythmia, while also cutting unnecessarily frequent follow-up lab tests and controls, according to a study at the...
Questioning the KCCQ: Experts Debate Its Validity as QoL Metric hdellabella@crf.org Wed, 02/19/2025 - 16:52 Todd Neale Gregg Stone cast doubt on its reliability in trials, while David Cohen said QoL matters to patients and should be...
Is It Time for an ‘Interventional Heart Failure’ Subspecialty? hdellabella@crf.org Wed, 02/19/2025 - 16:45 Yael L. Maxwell Merging interventional and AHFTC training programs would be a boon for patients and the HF subspecialty, experts...
For patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) undergoing drug-eluting stent (DES) implantation, de-escalating dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) to P2Y12 inhibitor monotherapy is associated with lower bleeding risk, without an increase...
The use of decision-making aids has helped atrial fibrillation patients to be more informed about their care, according to a study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ).
GLP-1 and nutrition: managing risks for at-risk patients. Dr Almandoz shares key insights on malnutrition risks in post-bariatric and older patients, plus how to tailor care for better outcomes. Medscape
Women's CV Health hdellabella@crf.org Wed, 02/19/2025 - 13:22 Publish Date --> 1 day 12 hours ago Teaser --> Roxana Mehran, in honor of Heart Month, sits down with Michelle O'Donoghue and Clyde Yancy.
AEDs, Like Fire Extinguishers, Should Be in Every School, Say Experts hdellabella@crf.org Wed, 02/19/2025 - 13:11 Michael O'Riordan Demystifying the AED, and training a generation of kids in their use, is key to prevent “catastrophic”...
Google "improve leg circulation" and you may see sponsored ads for electronic muscle stimulators that claim to boost blood flow to your feet. But is there any evidence they work?
GLP-1s and nutrition: quality over restriction! Dr Almandoz shares how shifting from restrictive diets to evidence-based, nutrient-rich eating is key to sustainable health. Medscape
People who can exercise sufficiently on a treadmill during cardiac stress testing have a lower mortality risk regardless of their overall level of heart disease, a Mount Sinai-led team of researchers has found.
One in five older adults gets an infection up to six months after heart surgery—with women far more likely to develop one, according to studies led by Michigan Medicine.
From diet soda to zero-sugar ice cream, artificial sweeteners have been touted as a guilt-free way to indulge our sweet tooth. However, new research published in Cell Metabolism shows that aspartame, one of the most common sugar...
Ethicist Art Caplan discusses ethical questions raised when virologist Beata Halassy treated her own breast cancer using experimental methods. Medscape Business of Medicine
Keeping kids healthy can be a big job. From the day their children are born, parents ferry them to and from medical offices, getting their immune systems boosted, teeth cleaned, eyes checked and stuffy noses decongested.
You may be familiar with high-density, or good cholesterol; low-density lipoproteins (LDL), or bad cholesterol; and their connections to heart health. But what about triglycerides? Often that word gets skimmed over when talking about...
Results from the Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial (SPRINT) have supported lower blood pressure targets among community-dwelling older adults with hypertension to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and early death, but...
The progression of evidence has marched forward from studies showing a reduction in salt associated with lower blood pressure to clinical trials confirming cause-and-effect and now, a new incentive. Medscape Medical News
A study of veterans found that consuming over 300 mg of cholesterol daily from sources such as meat and eggs increases the risk for heart attacks, especially for those not following healthy diets. Medscape Medical News
In a recent analysis, most cases were associated with ice hockey, most were in middle-aged men, and more than half of patients survived. Medscape Medical News
HF Benefits Look Durable in Single-Arm Study of Coronary Sinus Shunt hdellabella@crf.org Tue, 02/18/2025 - 16:58 Todd Neale The apparent benefits at 2 years observed in the nonrandomized ALT-FLOW study pave the way for a sham-controlled...
Struggling with med school debt? Dr Alok Patel and financial expert Marshall Weintraub share must-know money moves for young doctors: budgeting, investing, and avoiding financial pitfalls. Medscape Hospital Medicine
Beyond weight loss: protecting muscle with GLP-1s. Dr Almandoz shares strategies to preserve muscle, optimize body composition, and enhance health outcomes during GLP-1 therapy. Medscape
You may have heard that people who feel faint should sit with their heads between their knees, but is that true? And how can you tell whether you or someone else who has fainted should go to the emergency department or perhaps even see a...