Targeting the sympatho ‐adrenergic link in chronic rheumatic mitral regurgitation: assessing the role of oral beta‐blockers

ConclusionIn this first study of BB in rheumatic MR, targeting the sympatho‐adrenergic axis exerted favorable effects on NYHA class, LV volumes, LV end‐systolic stress, and LV work. Further studies are required to elucidate the role of BB in rheumatic MR.

Source: Cardiovascular Therapeutics - July 5, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Dhabaleswar Sahoo, Aditya Kapoor, Archana Sinha, Roopali Khanna, Sudeep Kumar, Naveen Garg, Satyendra Tewari, Pravin Goel Tags: Original Research Article Source Type: research