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Link Between Psoriasis, Heart Disease Tracks to Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction

Lower coronary flow reserve associated with severity, duration of psoriasis

Sep 20, 2023
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Should Surgical AVR for Aortic Regurgitation Happen Earlier in Young Adults?

Waiting to meet standard criteria less likely to lead to LV normalization

Sep 19, 2023
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FXI Inhibitor Cuts Bleeds in Afib; COAPT Extends to Real World; AI Stroke Triage

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

Sep 19, 2023
Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.
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Guide to the Coronary Artery Calcium Scan: 2023 Update

The Skeptical Cardiologist on how CAC scans fit into current practice in preventive cardiology

Sep 16, 2023
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Is Being a Night Owl Unhealthy? CRC Screening Not Recommended Enough

Also in TTHealthWatch: CVD death and obesity

Sep 16, 2023
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Weight Loss Supplement Found to Contain Toxic Substance, CDC Says

A toddler landed in the emergency department after consuming the product

Sep 14, 2023
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Upfront Ezetimibe in ACS; New Watchman LAA Occluder OK'd; Low-Cost FH Genotyping

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

Sep 12, 2023
Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.
Afib Catheter Ablation Wins Points for Psych Improvement

REMEDIAL trial finds reduced anxiety, depression after procedure vs medical therapy

Sep 12, 2023
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Rheum Patients on HCQ: Stick With It or Face Heart Consequences

Population-based study links adherence with risk for cardiovascular events

Sep 11, 2023
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Heart Risks Much Higher for Patients With Rare Sleep Disorder

Treatment should be prescribed with cardiovascular risks in mind, says researcher

Sep 11, 2023
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When Temps Rise, So Do Medical Risks. Should Docs and Nurses Talk More About Heat?

"This is not your grandmother's heat," says policy expert

Sep 10, 2023
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Lorundrostat Stands a Chance Against Obesity-Related Hypertension

Selective aldosterone synthase inhibitor proceeds to phase III study after Target-HTN's success

Sep 10, 2023
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Less Afib in Heavy Drinkers Who Quit Alcohol Cold Turkey

But reduced intake didn't appear as successful for primary prevention, observational data suggest

Sep 08, 2023
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Common Food Additives Singled Out for Cardiovascular Risk

Food labels often list emulsifiers linked to long-term health outcomes

Sep 06, 2023
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