Research

Abdominal Aortic Calcification Tied to 80% Increase in Risk of CV Events, Death

January 18, 2021

Results from a systematic review and meta-analysis of more than 50 studies assessing cardiovascular risk with levels of abdominal aortic calcification indicate increased AAC was linked to 80% increase in risk of cardiovascular events and cardiovascular death.

Proximity to Fracking Activity Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Failure Hospitalization

December 09, 2020

An analysis of data from Geisinger suggests living closer to fracking activity could increase a person's risk of hospitalization for heart failure.

ACURATE neo Valve Fails to Demonstrate NonInferiority vs CoreValve Evolut in SCOPE II

October 19, 2020

Results of the SCOPE II trial from TCT Connect offer insight into the head-to-head comparison of ACURATE neo valve versus the CoreValve Evolut R System.

Crushed Prasugrel Prior to PCI Provides No Reperfusion Benefit in STEMI Patients

October 15, 2020

A trial presented at TCT 2020 suggests crushed prasugrel provided no reperfusion benefit when compared against integral tablet in STEMI patients.

Analysis of SGLT2 Inhibitor Outcomes Trials Details Cardiovascular, Renal Benefits

October 11, 2020

A meta-analysis published in JAMA Cardiology details reductions in cardiovascular and kidney outcomes associated with SGLT2 inhibitor use in diabetes patients.

Gregory Weiss, MD: Has the Time Come for a Cardiometabolic Subspecialty?

October 02, 2020

Gregory Weiss, MD, reflects on the idea of creating a cardiometabolic subspecialty.

Emergency Department Minute Quiz: Palpitations and Chest Pressure

September 29, 2020

Our latest Emergency Department Minute Quiz from Brady Pregerson, MD. Can you determine the correct diagnosis?

Emergency Department Minute Quiz: Chest Pain in CAPD Patient

September 22, 2020

Our latest Emergency Department Minute Quiz from Brady Pregerson, MD. Can you determine the correct diagnosis?

Mayo Clinic Study Finds Definitive Link Between Omega-3 Intake and Cardiovascular Risk

September 18, 2020

A meta-analysis of more than 3 dozen RCTs suggests increased intake of omega-3 supplements, such as EPA and DHA, was linked to a decreased risk of myocardial infarction action and coronary heart disease events.

Emergency Department Minute Quiz: Older Man Thrashing and Unresponsive

September 16, 2020

An unresponsive older man presents to the emergency department after bystanders report he was thrashing around unconscious at a fast-food restaurant.