The Burden of Heart, Lung, and Blood Diseases in the United States, 1990 to 2016: Perspectives from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Publication date: December 2017Source: Global Heart, Volume 12, Issue 4Author(s): Eric Coles, George A. Mensah (Source: Global Heart)
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

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Leptin, An Adipokine With Central Importance in the Global Obesity Problem
Publication date: Available online 13 December 2017Source: Global HeartAuthor(s): Jeffrey I. Mechanick, Shan Zhao, W. Timothy GarveyAbstractLeptin has central importance in the global obesity and cardiovascular disease problem. Leptin is principally secreted by adipocytes and acts in the hypothalamus to suppress appetite and food intake, increase energy expenditure, and regulate body weight. Based on clinical translation of specific and networked actions, leptin affects the cardiovascular system and may be a marker and driver of cardiometabolic risk factors with interventions that are actionable by cardiologists. Leptin su...
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Rural-to-Urban Migrants Versus the Urban-Born: Evidence From Chennai, India
Publication date: Available online 13 December 2017Source: Global HeartAuthor(s): Nikkil Sudharsanan, Lulu Tian, Emily Ambinder, Alex Ambinder, Neil K. Mehta, Rajendra Pradeepa, Mohan Deepa, Viswanathan Mohan, Mohammed K. Ali (Source: Global Heart)
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Development, Testing, and Implementation of a Training Curriculum for Nonphysician Health Workers to Reduce Cardiovascular Disease
ConclusionsThe robust curriculum development, testing, and implementation process described affirm that NPHW in diverse settings can be trained in implementing measures for CVD prevention and control. (Source: Global Heart)
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

National Prevalence of Self-Reported Coronary Heart Disease and Chronic Stable Angina Pectoris: Factor Analysis of the Underlying Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in the Fourth Round of the SuRFNCD-2011
ConclusionsWe report concerning prevalence of self-reported CHD and chronic stable angina pectoris in the adult population of Iran. The constellation of raised systolic and diastolic blood pressures was significantly predictive of the presence of self-reported CHD. (Source: Global Heart)
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Large-Scale Epidemiologic Studies of Cardiovascular Diseases in China: Need for Improved Data Collection, Methods, Transparency, and Documentation
This study sought to review, describe, and evaluate all large-scale cardiovascular disease (CVD) studies completed in China. We undertook a review of all large-scale CVD studies completed in China to describe and evaluate their design, implementation, and dissemination in published medical reports. Seventeen studies met the inclusion criteria. There were substantial variations in study design, geographic location, and data collection. Most studies lacked standard study names, did not publish their methods, and provided no publicly available data. Few studies included underdeveloped regions or minority groups. Most publishe...
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Survival After MI in a Community Cohort Study: Contribution of Comorbidities in NSTEMI
ConclusionsNSTEMI confers a significantly higher mortality hazard beyond what can be attributed to comorbid conditions. More consistent and effective strategies are needed to reduce mortality in NSTEMI amid comorbid conditions. (Source: Global Heart)
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Educational Inequalities in Cardiovascular Risk Factor and Blood Pressure Control in the Elderly: Comparison of MESA Cohort and Chilean NHS Survey Outcome Measures
ConclusionsThe study findings confirm that patterns and trends in prevalence, and absolute and relative inequalities vary by country, suggesting that context and cultural issues matters. (Source: Global Heart)
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Exploring the Barriers to and Facilitators of Using Evidence-Based Drugs in the Secondary Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases: Findings From a Multistakeholder, Qualitative Analysis
ConclusionsOur findings reveal context-specific, health system factors that affect the patient's choice or ability to initiate and/or continue cardiovascular medication. Strategies to optimize cardiovascular drug use should be targeted and relevant to the health care system. (Source: Global Heart)
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Lack of Acute Care Resources to Diagnose and Treat Acute Coronary Syndrome in Lower-Income Settings
Publication date: March 2018Source: Global Heart, Volume 13, Issue 1Author(s): Johann G. Beukes, Clint Hendrikse, Stevan R. Bruijns (Source: Global Heart)
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

The Journey From Research Discovery to Optimal Heart Health for All
Publication date: March 2018Source: Global Heart, Volume 13, Issue 1Author(s): George A. Mensah (Source: Global Heart)
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Global Coalition for the Fight Against Heart Disease and Stroke: A Global Coalition for WHF Second Global Summit on Circulatory Health
Publication date: March 2018Source: Global Heart, Volume 13, Issue 1Author(s): David Wood, Samira Asma, Douglas Bettcher, Jack Tan Wei Chieh, Rohan Greenland, Floris Italianer, Etienne Krug, Helen McGuire, Durhane Wong-Rieger, Jean-Luc Eiselé, Jeremiah Mwangi, Joanna Markbreiter, Lyndsey Canham, Alastair White (Source: Global Heart)
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Roadmap to Achieve 25% Hypertension Control in Africa by 2025
ConclusionsHypertension affects millions of people in SSA and if left untreated, is a major cause of heart disease and stroke. Very few SSA countries have a clear hypertension policy. This PASCAR roadmap identifies practical and effective solutions that would improve detection, treatment and control of hypertension on the continent and could be implemented as is or adapted to specific national settings. (Source: Global Heart)
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Publication date: March 2018Source: Global Heart, Volume 13, Issue 1Author(s): (Source: Global Heart)
Source: Global Heart - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research