The HCPLive Cardiology condition center page is a comprehensive resource for clinical news and insights on cardiovascular and cardiometabolic diseases. This page consists of interviews, articles, podcasts, and videos on the research, treatment and development of therapies for heart disease and cardiovascular events, as well as associated diabetes, renal failure, and more...
April 26th 2024
A meta-analysis of 12 trials suggests catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation reduces heart failure events in HFrEF patients but not in HFpEF.
Medical Crossfire®: Updates in Continuous Glucose Monitoring—Having the Important Conversations With Your Patients
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Evaluating the Recent Advancements in Chronic Kidney Disease Treatment: A Case-Based Approach to Managing CKD and Related Comorbidities
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Elevating Care for PAH: Applying Recommended Management Approaches to Maximize Outcomes
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7th Annual New York Cardio-Endo-Renal Collaborative (NY CERC)
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‘REEL’ Time Patient Counseling™: Navigating the Complex Journey of Diagnosing and Managing Fabry Disease
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Expert Illustrations & Commentaries™: Envisioning Novel Therapeutic Approaches to Managing ANCA-associated Vasculitis
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Finding "Sweet Spot" for Omega-3 Fatty Acid Consumption Could Help Lower Blood Pressure
June 1st 2022A systematic review and meta-analysis of more than 70 RCTs details a J-shape dose-response relationship between omega-3 fatty acid consumption and blood pressure, with 2-3 grams per day considered the optimal dose for blood pressure lowering.
Metformin, Lifestyle Interventions Can Prevent T2D, But Do Little for CVD Risk in Prediabetes
May 23rd 2022Using 21 years of follow-up data from more than 3000 patients with prediabetes, results of the DPPOS study demonstrate metformin use and lifestyle intervention reduced the risk of progressing to T2D, but did little to reduce the long-term risk of cardiovascular disease in these patients.
DIPRA: Distal Radial Access Safe, No Negative Impact on Hand Function vs Proximal Radial Access
May 23rd 2022Data from an interim analysis of the DIPRA trial suggest distal radial artery access for cardiac catheterization and resulted in no significant differences in hand function compared to proximal radial artery access.