The coronary resorbable magnesium scaffold Magmaris: what we've learnt (so far...).
Authors: Bennett J, McCutcheon K
Abstract
Bioresorbable scaffold (BRS) technology provides transient vessel support with drug-delivery capability without the long-term limitations of the permanent metallic drug-eluting stents (DES). Numerous scaffolds have been developed and investigated by device manufacturers, many of which, due to device deficiencies, have fallen by the way side. This short review will focus on the resorbable magnesium scaffold "Magmaris", the only metallic bioresorbable scaffold currently available, providing an evaluation of the most up to date clinical data whilst also briefly highli...
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - April 25, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
PCI in women: is sex still an issue?
CONCLUSIONS: Sex-based differences still deserve dedicated investigations in terms of physiopathology, particular hormonal impacts, and specific responses to drugs and devices.
PMID: 32326680 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - April 25, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Endothelial damage inhibitors for improvement of saphenous vein graft patency in coronary artery bypass grafting: current evidence, clinical challenges and future directions.
Authors: Sandner S, Pachuk CJ, Aschacher T, Milojevic M, Caliskan E, Emmert MY
Abstract
The saphenous vein graft (SVG) remains the most commonly used conduit in coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). In light of this further research must be aimed at the development of strategies to optimize SVG patency and thereby improve both short- and long-term outcomes of CABG surgery. SVG patency in large part depends on the protection of the structural and functional integrity of the vascular endothelium at the time of conduit harvesting, including optimal storage conditions to prevent endothelial damage. This revi...
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - April 25, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Erectile and diastolic dysfunction: two sides of same coin or same sides of two different coins?
Authors: Sangiorgi G, Chiricolo G, Nocella C, Carnevale R
PMID: 32326682 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - April 25, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Impact of extracorporeal shockwave myocardial revascularization on the ischemic burden of refractory angina patients: a single photon emission computed tomography study.
CONCLUSIONS: In this single-center cohort of RA patients undergoing ESMR treatment and serial myocardial perfusion imaging, ESMR was associated with a significant reduction in the ischemic burden.These findings provide a physiological rationale and mechanism for the observed clinical benefit.
PMID: 32319266 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - April 24, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Comprehensive network analysis to identify the molecular pathogenesis of pulmonary hypertension.
CONCLUSIONS: It is necessary to identify disease-related disorders by integrating multiple regulatory factors. The regulatory network may play an important role in PAH. The results not only provided new methods and ideas for follow-up research, but also helps researchers to have a deeper understanding of potential pathogenesis for PAH.
PMID: 32319267 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - April 24, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
The unanimity of fluid restriction is still debating in patients with heart failure.
Authors: Chen CW, Chen YF
PMID: 32319268 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - April 24, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Thoracic aortic surgery: status and upcoming novelties.
Authors: Spadaccio C, Hu H, Li C, Qiao Z, Ge Y, Tie Z, Zhu J, Moon M, Danton M, Sun L, Gaudino MF
Abstract
Several novel technological developments and surgical approaches have characterized the field of aortic surgery in the recent decade. The progressive introduction of endovascular procedure, minimally invasive surgical techniques and hybrid approaches have changed the practice in aortic surgery and generated new trends and questions. Also, the advancements in the manufacturing of tissue engineered vascular grafts as substitutes for aortic replacements are enlightening new avenues in the treatment of ao...
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - April 24, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Iatrogenic arterial pseudoaneurysms: treatment or prevention?
Authors: Pino R, Casati R, Lo Giudice F, Penco M
PMID: 32319270 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - April 24, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Impact of social media and applications on every day cardiovascular practice.
Authors: Lombardi M, Infusino F, Cimino S
PMID: 32319271 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - April 24, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
COVID-19 and cardiovascular disorder.
Authors: Mungmungpuntipantip R, Wiwanitkit V
PMID: 32319272 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - April 24, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Time restricted feeding: old tools, new packaging?
Authors: Billingsley HE, Dixon DL, Gipson G, Abbate A, Carbone S
PMID: 32221275 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - March 31, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Balloon catheters and stents with paclitaxel: are they really dangerous? A review and update.
Authors: Stanek F
Abstract
The aim of this review is to summarize and update current research concerning the safety of drug-coated balloons (DCBs) and drug-eluting stents (DESs) with paclitaxel (PTX) in peripheral arteries. The data from the large randomized controlled trials showed evidence of the superiority of DCBs over plain balloon angioplasty concerning efficacy. Also, the safety parameters between the two groups did not differ. However, two meta-analyses identifying an increased late mortality risk after using PTX technologies were published only a short time ago (Katsanos et al, FDA meta-analysis)....
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - March 14, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
A rare cause of erectile dysfunction: left ventricular diastolic dysfunction.
CONCLUSIONS: This study indicates that LVDD is significantly associated with ED. There were significant associations between the increased severity of ED and the presence of LVDD in middle-aged men.
PMID: 32163242 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - March 14, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
MedShr: improving patient care through clinical case discussion.
Authors: Coles RA, Goh SJ, Livingstone D, Qasim A
Abstract
Case discussion is an essential part of clinical practice and medical education, and as part of patient care takes place both informally between medical staff and formally in case conferences and other meetings. Case presentations are often the most popular sessions at medical congresses and increasingly have moved to digital channels and social media. MedShr was developed to help doctors improve patient care: to empower doctors to use their own smartphones to share and discuss clinical cases, whilst protecting patient privacy and confidentiality. ...
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - March 14, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
