Cardiology

A new pilot study called CRAFT is examining the potential of portable air cleaners for limiting exposure to fine particulate matter in patients enrolled in cardiac rehabilitation.

New analysis of the Jackson Heart Study found experiencing a greater amount of discrimination could increase risk of hypertension in African Americans.

A systematic review and network meta-analysis is comparing 9 classes of therapies for HbA1c and risk management in patients with low versus increased cardiovascular risk.

Results of a new study suggest patients who undergo congenital heart surgery during youth have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, endocrine disease, and psychiatric disease.

A new analysis of more than 47 million person-years of data indicates women who delivered a baby preterm were at a greater risk of developing ischemic heart disease.

Results of the FABOLUS-FASTER trial indicate tirofiban may be more effective than cangrelor in reducing risk of acute ischemic complications when used for bridging platelet inhibition in heart attack patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention.

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A new analysis of more than 260 children is shedding light on associations between blood pressure and ophthalmic issues later in life.

A new randomized trial suggests oral apixaban may be as effective as enoxaparin for thromboprophylaxis following surgery for gynecologic cancer.

Results of the FABOLUS-FASTER trial offer clinicians further insight into the effects of cangrelor, tirofiban, and chewed or integral prasugrel for immediate inhibition of platelet aggregation.

There is a significant increase in metabolic syndrome prevalence among young adults, while prevalence remains high for those at least 60 years old.

Both dosage groups of the study drug achieved at least a 50-meter increase from baseline to week 24 on the six-minute walk distance test.

Results of a first-in-man trial suggests a non-invasive ultrasound therapy improved cardiovascular health in patients with severe calcific aortic stenosis (CAS).

A new systematic review and meta-analysis is shedding light on the impact gestational hypertension can have on future risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Treatment with treprostinil of up to 12 breaths per session four-times per data was well-tolerated, with a safety profile consistent with previous studies.

An analysis of data from a trio of phase 3 trials suggest use of the novel osteoporotic treatment could increase risk of heart attack by 18%.

Results of an exploratory analysis of the phase 3 MARINER study indicates post-discharge prophylaxis with rivaroxaban (Xarelto) could reduce the risk of both fatal and major thromboembolic events in medically ill patients.

An analysis of the MARINER trial is diving deeper into the impact of post-discharge prophylaxis with rivaroxaban in patients with more severe renal impairment.

New research suggests the microbiome from the tongue coating of patients with heart failure contains unique differences to those of healthy patients.

The researchers suggested a significant link between second-hand smoke exposure and poor sleep quality, particularly among adolescents.

While often referred to as "Good cholesterol" new research suggests HDL measurements do little for predicting risk of heart attack in Black patients

Ken Ataga, MD, discusses new developments in interpreting the condition's progression and effect on patients.

Findings of a recent study suggest empagliflozin is associated with a decreased risk of hospitalization for heart failure and a similar risk of myocardial infarction or stroke in routine clinical care.

A new study found newly diagnosed type 2 diabetics who develop heart failure had the highest risk of death versus patients with other CVDs or chronic kidney disease.

New research suggests development of heart failure is associated with the greatest risk of death among type 2 diabetics with cardiovascular conditions.