Rapid correction of hyperglycemia in a diabetic patient with coronary stenosis
November 5th 2008A 62-year-old man presented with a 3-day history of intermittent episodes of central chest discomfort and associated dyspnea, culminating in a 20-minute episode occurring at rest, with marked diaphoresis and associated anguor animi.
Prognostic value of multislice computed tomography coronary angiography
September 8th 2008We evaluated 100 subjects who underwent multislice computed tomography (MSCT) to assess the presence and severity of coronary artery disease (CAD) and to determine the occurrence of coronary events (including cardiac death, nonfatal myocardial infarction, unstable angina requiring hospitalization, and revascularization) over a follow-up period of 16 months.
Prediction of coronary artery disease in patients with diabetes and albuminuria
September 8th 2008We developed a set of equations to predict the risk or probability of developing coronary artery disease (CAD) in 10 years among American Indians. The equations are based on the significant risk factors identified in the Strong Heart Study, a longitudinal study of cardiovascular disease in American Indians. The equations can be used in patient education and to evaluate the efficacy of CAD prevention and intervention programs.
Multislice computed tomography coronary angiography: A study in search of a clinical niche
September 8th 2008The study presented in this issue of Cardiology Review by Schuijf and colleagues investigated various aspects of what is rapidly becoming an accepted imaging modality for the assessment of coronary artery disease.