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Comments on potential health effects of MRI-induced DNA lesions: quality is more important to consider than quantity
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is increasingly being used in cardiology to detect heart disease and guide therapy. It is mooted to be a safer alternative to imaging techniques, such as computed tomography (CT) or coronary angiographic imaging. However, there has recently been an increased interest in the potential long-term health risks of MRI, especially in the light of the controversy resulting from a small number of research studies reporting an increase in DNA damage following exposure, with calls to limit its use and avoid unnecessary examination, according to the precautionary principle. Overall the published data ...
Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - October 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Hill, M. A., O'Neill, P., McKenna, W. G. Tags: REVIEW Source Type: research

The clinical use of stress echocardiography in non-ischaemic heart disease: recommendations from the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging and the American Society of Echocardiography
A unique and highly versatile technique, stress echocardiography (SE) is increasingly recognized for its utility in the evaluation of non-ischaemic heart disease. SE allows for simultaneous assessment of myocardial function and haemodynamics under physiological or pharmacological conditions. Due to its diagnostic and prognostic value, SE has become widely implemented to assess various conditions other than ischaemic heart disease. It has thus become essential to establish guidance for its applications and performance in the area of non-ischaemic heart disease. This paper summarizes these recommendations. (Source: European ...
Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - October 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Lancellotti, P., Pellikka, P. A., Budts, W., Chaudhry, F. A., Donal, E., Dulgheru, R., Edvardsen, T., Garbi, M., Ha, J.-W., Kane, G. C., Kreeger, J., Mertens, L., Pibarot, P., Picano, E., Ryan, T., Tsutsui, J. M., Varga, A. Tags: EACVI/ASE RECOMMENDATION Source Type: research

Percutaneous valve-in-homograft for management of a failed homograft
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Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Alsidawi, S., Greason, K. L., Sandhu, G. S., Malouf, J. F., Chandrasekaran, K. Tags: Image Focus Source Type: research

The vanishing atrial mass
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Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Tarkin, J. M., Gopalan, D., Belham, M. R., Rudd, J. H. F., Bennett, M. R. Tags: Image Focus Source Type: research

Respiratory variation in tricuspid valve regurgitant orifice: a three-dimensional transthoracic echocardiographic perspective
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Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Agmon, Y., Caspi, O. Tags: Image Focus Source Type: research

Aortic thrombus causing myocardial infarction after recreational MDMA use
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Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Papachristidis, A., Baghai, M., Patel, R., Monaghan, M. J., MacCarthy, P. Tags: Image Focus Source Type: research

HIT initiative: discussion with the seniors
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Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Tags: EACVI-HIT Communication Source Type: research

Clinical value of cardiovascular magnetic resonance in patients with MR-conditional pacemakers
Conclusions CMR in patients with MR conditional pacemakers provided diagnostic or management-changing information in the majority (63%) of our cohort. The use of gradient echo cine sequences can reduce rates of non-diagnostic imaging. Right-sided device implantation may be considered in patients likely to require CMR examination. (Source: European Journal of Echocardiography)
Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Raphael, C. E., Vassiliou, V., Alpendurada, F., Prasad, S. K., Pennell, D. J., Mohiaddin, R. H. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Segmental peri-coronary epicardial adipose tissue volume and coronary plaque characteristics
Conclusion Peri-coronary epicardial adipose tissue volume is significantly associated with the extent and severity of coronary atherosclerosis and may be a determinant of plaque vulnerability. (Source: European Journal of Echocardiography)
Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Hassan, M., Said, K., Rizk, H., ElMogy, F., Donya, M., Houseni, M., Yacoub, M. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Quantitative assessment of right ventricular glucose metabolism in idiopathic pulmonary arterial hypertension patients: a longitudinal study
Conclusion Increased RV rMGU of IPAH correlates with RV dysfunction and RV pressure overload. The change in RV glucose metabolism may help monitor RV function after treatment. (Source: European Journal of Echocardiography)
Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Wang, L., Li, W., Yang, Y., Wu, W., Cai, Q., Ma, X., Xiong, C., He, J., Fang, W. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Left atrial booster pump function is an independent predictor of subsequent life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias in non-ischaemic cardiomyopathy
Conclusion LA booster pump function was an independent and incremental predictor of arrhythmias in NICM over GLS and MD, and may aid better risk stratification in this population. (Source: European Journal of Echocardiography)
Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Negishi, K., Negishi, T., Zardkoohi, O., Ching, E. A., Basu, N., Wilkoff, B. L., Popovic, Z. B., Marwick, T. H. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Troponin-positive chest pain with unobstructed coronary arteries: incremental diagnostic value of cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging
Conclusion The clinical diagnosis of patients with non-obstructive coronaries and positive troponin remains a challenge. The concordance between CMR and clinical diagnosis is poor. CMR provides a diagnosis in majority of these patients. (Source: European Journal of Echocardiography)
Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Pathik, B., Raman, B., Mohd Amin, N. H., Mahadavan, D., Rajendran, S., McGavigan, A. D., Grover, S., Smith, E., Mazhar, J., Bridgman, C., Ganesan, A. N., Selvanayagam, J. B. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Aortic dissection mimicking a massive pulmonary embolism
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Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Berkowitz, E. J., Kronzon, I., Whyburn, J., Perk, G. Tags: Image Focus Source Type: research

Creation of mortality risk charts using 123I meta-iodobenzylguanidine heart-to-mediastinum ratio in patients with heart failure: 2- and 5-year risk models
Conclusion Both 2- and 5-year risk prediction models with 123I-MIBG HMR can be used to identify low-risk as well as high-risk patients, which can be effective for further risk stratification of CHF patients even when BNP is available. (Source: European Journal of Echocardiography)
Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Nakajima, K., Nakata, T., Matsuo, S., Jacobson, A. F. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Primary mitral valve sarcoma: multimodality imaging and therapy
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Source: European Journal of Echocardiography - September 20, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Barber, H., Menezes, L., Dileo, P., Lloyd, G., Bhattacharyya, S. Tags: Image Focus Source Type: research