Effects of Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System Blockers and Renoprotective Regimens on Contrast-Induced Nephropathy
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Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Kocas, C. Tags: Response Letter Source Type: research
Smoking and Arterial Stiffness
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Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Katsiki, N., Kolovou, G. Tags: Letters Source Type: research
Platelet-to-Lymphocyte Ratio Predicts Contrast-Induced Nephropathy in Patients With Non-ST-Segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome
We assessed the relation between platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) on admission and contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) in patients with non-ST-segment elevation acute coronary syndrome (NSTE-ACS). A total of 488 patients with NSTE-ACS who underwent urgent coronary angiography were enrolled. Levels of PLR and creatinine were measured before angiography and at 72 hours after angiography. Patients were divided into 2 groups, namely, the CIN group, 80 patients (16.3%; age 65.3 ± 12.5years; 66.7% men) and the non-CIN group, 408 patients (83.7%; age 61.2 ± 12.3 years; 72.5% men). Patients in the CIN group had sign...
Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Kocas, C., Yildiz, A., Abaci, O., Karaca, O. S., Firdin, N., Dalgic, Y., Bostan, C., Ersanli, M. Tags: Coronary Artery Disease and Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury Source Type: research
Procalcitonin as an Early Predictor of Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndromes Who Underwent Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
In conclusion, serum PCT levels are independently associated with a risk of CI-AKI in patients with ACS who underwent urgent PCI. (Source: Angiology)
Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Kurtul, A., Murat, S. N., Yarlioglues, M., Duran, M., Ocek, A. H., Celik, I. E., Kilic, A., Koseoglu, C., Oksuz, F., Baris, V. O. Tags: Coronary Artery Disease and Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury Source Type: research
Multimarker Analysis for New Biomarkers in Relation to Central Arterial Stiffness and Hemodynamics in a Chinese Community-Dwelling Population
Central arterial stiffness and hemodynamics independently reflect the risk of cardiovascular events. This Chinese community-based analysis was performed to evaluate the relationships of new biomarkers with central arterial stiffness and hemodynamics by a multimarker method. This analysis consisted of 1540 participants who were fully tested for the new biomarkers including N-terminal prohormone of brain natriuretic peptide, lipid accumulation product, triglyceride–high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (TG–HDL-c) ratio, uric acid, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, and homocysteine. Carotid–femoral pulse w...
Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Fu, S., Luo, L., Ye, P., Xiao, W. Tags: Arterial Stiffness Source Type: research
Preconditioning With Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid Protects Against Contrast-Induced HK-2 Cell Apoptosis by Inhibiting Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress
In conclusion, TUDCA could protect renal tubular cells from meglumine diatrizoate-induced apoptosis by inhibiting ERS. (Source: Angiology)
Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Peng, P., Ma, Q., Wang, L., Zhang, O., Han, H., Liu, X., Zhou, Y., Zhao, Y. Tags: Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury Source Type: research
Do Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Coronary SYNTAX Score Predict Contrast Volume Use During Cardiac Catheterization?
The association of cardiovascular risk factors and complexity and severity of coronary artery disease with contrast volume (CV) remains unknown. We assessed the predictive factors of CV use during elective and emergent cardiac catheterization (CC). Electronic medical records from 2010 to 2013 were retrospectively reviewed. A total of 708 patients were eligible. On multivariable regression analysis, the presence of obstructed coronary arteries was associated with CV (P = .01, β = –14.17), with greater CV used in patients with single or double vessel disease compared to those with triple vessel disease. The presen...
Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Bhatt, H., Turkistani, A., Sanghani, D., Julliard, K., Fernaine, G. Tags: Coronary Heart Disease Source Type: research
Retrograde Wiring of Collateral Channels of the Heart in Chronic Total Occlusions: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Safety, Feasibility, and Incremental Value in Achieving Revascularization
Conclusion:
Successful retrograde wiring of collateral channels in selected patients undertaken by "CTO dedicated" operators can significantly enhance the chances of revascularization of complex CTOs with a low risk of acute serious complications. Septal perforator channels are significantly more likely to be successfully retrogradely wired compared to epicardial vessels when either is selected, by reference to their anatomical suitability by the operator, as a route of access. (Source: Angiology)
Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Khand, A., Patel, B., Palmer, N., Jones, J., Andron, M., Perry, R., Mehrotra, S., Mitsudo, K. Tags: Revascularization Source Type: research
High Ankle-Brachial Index Indicates Cardiovascular and Peripheral Arterial Disease in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
In conclusion, high ABI indicated the risk of CVD and PAD in Chinese populations with T2DM. (Source: Angiology)
Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Li, Q., Zeng, H., Liu, F., Shen, J., Li, L., Zhao, J., Zhao, J., Jia, W. Tags: Peripheral Arterial Disease Source Type: research
Clinical Characteristics of Patients on Hemodialysis With Peripheral Arterial Disease
Patients on hemodialysis (HD; n = 210) were examined for peripheral arterial disease (PAD) using ankle-brachial index (ABI) and toe-brachial index (TBI). The prevalence of PAD was 38.1%. Among patients with PAD, 87.5% were newly diagnosed with PAD, 42.5% were diagnosed with TBI <0.6 despite ABI ≥ 0.9, and 68.7% had no lower limb symptoms. In patients with PAD, the prevalence rate of cerebrovascular disease was 36.3%, coronary artery disease was 42.5%, spinal stenosis was 33.2%, and vertebral fracture 15.0% and was significantly higher than those of the non-PAD patients. Low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol was th...
Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Matsuzawa, R., Aoyama, N., Yoshida, A. Tags: Peripheral Arterial Disease Source Type: research
The Association of Elevated HDL Levels With Carotid Atherosclerosis in Middle-Aged Women With Untreated Essential Hypertension
High-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), a negative risk factor, is positively associated with a decreased risk of coronary heart disease. We investigated the association between high HDL-C levels and target organ damage (TOD) in never treated women with hypertension. We measured HDL-C levels in 117 women followed by estimation of TODs, that is, pulse wave velocity, microalbuminuria, left ventricular mass index, coronary flow reserve, and carotid intima–media thickness (cIMT). Women were divided into 2 groups (HDLH and HDLL), regarding HDL-C quartiles (upper quartile vs the first 3 lower quartiles). In HDLH grou...
Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Triantafyllidi, H., Pavlidis, G., Trivilou, P., Ikonomidis, I., Tzortzis, S., Xenogiannis, I., Schoinas, A., Lekakis, J. Tags: Carotid Artery Disease Source Type: research
Arterial Stiffness and Emerging Biomarkers: Still a Long Journey to Go
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Source: Angiology - October 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Doumas, M., Papademetriou, V., Athyros, V., Karagiannis, A. Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Evaluation of the Beta Stiffness Index and Carotid Intima-Media Thickness in Asian Patients With Psoriasis
The risk of cardiovascular (CV) events is reportedly elevated in patients with psoriasis. Evaluation of the beta stiffness index (BSI) and carotid intima–media thickness (cIMT) are noninvasive methods of assessing arterial stiffness and subclinical atherosclerosis. We aimed to determine carotid arterial stiffness and cIMT, using high-resolution ultrasonography, in patients with psoriasis compared with controls, and to analyze whether psoriasis is an independent risk factor for atherosclerosis. A total of 54 consecutive patients with psoriasis and 60 age and gender-matched healthy controls were enrolled. Compared with...
Source: Angiology - September 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Kim, S. Y., Yang, H. S., Lee, Y. W., Choe, Y. B., Ahn, K. J. Tags: Carotid Artery Disease Source Type: research
D-Dimer Levels are Significantly Increased in Blood Taken From Varicose Veins Compared With Antecubital Blood From the Same Patient
This study investigated whether d-dimer levels were increased in the varicose veins of patients in comparison to their own arm samples. Patients, n = 24, 17 male, age 45 (25-91), C2-6, awaiting saphenous laser ablation were compared to matched controls, n = 24, 17 male, age 42 (24-89). Concurrent venous blood samples were taken from the arm and a lower calf/ankle (varicose) vein. The median (interquartile range) d-dimer (ng/mL) level was significantly greater in the ankle than in the arm blood of the same patient at 319 (164-631) versus 281 (167-562), P = .003, Wilcoxon. This did not occur in the controls at 269 (80-564) v...
Source: Angiology - September 7, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Lattimer, C. R., Kalodiki, E., Geroulakos, G., Syed, D., Hoppensteadt, D., Fareed, J. Tags: Venous Disease Source Type: research
