Distrust of the new non-citational metrics must be overcome: how to give the appropriate value not only to citing, but also to clicking.
Authors: De Vecchis R, Paccone A, Ariano C
PMID: 32524812 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - June 13, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Impact of drug-eluting stents on left ventricular wall motion after successful reperfusion of first anterior ST elevation myocardial infarction.
CONCLUSIONS: DES implantation is associated with a favourable impact on LV remodelling and regional contractility.
PMID: 32515176 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Uncoupling protein 2 as genetic risk factor for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: association with malondialdehyde levels and intima media thickness.
CONCLUSIONS: Our results suggest that -866G/A UCP2 polymorphism is associated with SLE causing increased ROS production that, in turn, result in increased MDA levels responsible of accelerated atherosclerosis.
PMID: 32492982 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - June 6, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Association between the ST segment resolution after primary angioplasty and short term outcomes in patients with acute myocardial infarction.
CONCLUSIONS: Based on the results of this study, early complete STR can be an indicator for development of heart failure after 1 year follow up.
PMID: 32492986 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - June 6, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Endovascular therapy for erectile dysfunction: a state of the art review.
Authors: Sangiorgi G, Pizzuto A, Diehm N, Greco F, Fusco F, Chiricolo G, Vismara A, Altieri V, Cereda A, Bongo S
Abstract
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is defined as the inability to attain or maintain penile erection sufficient for successful sexual intercourse. ED carries a notable influence on quality of life, with significant implications for family and social relationships. Because atherosclerosis of penile arteries represents one of the most frequent causes of ED, patients presenting with it should always be investigated for potential coexistent coronary or peripheral disease. Up to 75% of patients with ...
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - June 6, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
A randomized trial comparing the acute coronary, systemic, and environmental effects of electronic vaping cigarettes versus heat-not-burn cigarettes in smokers of combustible cigarettes undergoing invasive coronary assessment: rationale and design of the SUR-VAPES 3 trial.
CONCLUSIONS: The Sapienza University of Rome-Vascular Assessment of Proatherosclerotic Effects of Smoking (SUR-VAPES) 3 trial will provide important insights into the pathophysiologic cardiovascular impact of EVC and HNBC, also suitable to inform patients and individualize their smoking cessation strategy.
PMID: 32492988 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - June 6, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Evaluation of index of cardiac-electrophysiological balance as arrhythmia predictor in bonsai users.
CONCLUSIONS: If the results are confirmed in further studies, iCEB seems to be a simple, easily measurable and non-invasive marker to predict cannabinoid-induced ventricular arrhythmias.
PMID: 32472984 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - May 31, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
The role of sialic acids in the initiation of atherosclerosis.
Authors: Poznyak AV, Zhang D, Grechko AV, Wu WK, Orekhov AN
Abstract
Atherosclerosis is a major cause of disease-related mortality around the globe. The main characteristic of the disease is an accumulation of plaque on the arterial wall and subsequent erosion or rupture of some plaques. Atherosclerosis often leads to cardiovascular disease and such acute complications as myocardial infarction or ischaemic stroke due to thrombus formation. Most recent advances in atherosclerotic research state that the modifications of low- density lipoprotein (LDL) are one of the most significant stages in the disease ini...
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - May 31, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Do sporting activities and using protein supplements change the frontal QRS-T angle?
CONCLUSIONS: The frontal QRS-T angle, was found to be wider in athletes compared to normal healthy participants. However, there was no significant difference between who used PS and those who didn't.
PMID: 32472986 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - May 31, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Myocardial perfusion imaging in patients with unprotected left main disease.
CONCLUSIONS: MPI is safe and informative in patients with LM disease, and multidimensional appraisal of MPI results may guide decision-making on top of providing prognostic detail and warranty period.
PMID: 32472987 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - May 31, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Left ventricular global longitudinal strain and cardiac surgical outcomes.
Authors: Rong LQ, Neuburger PJ, Kim J, Devereux RB
Abstract
Global longitudinal strain (GLS) has emerged as a valuable diagnostic and prognostic tool for evaluating left ventricular (LV) function. GLS has been shown to be a more sensitive marker of LV dysfunction than LV ejection fraction alone and have prognostic impact in non-surgical cardiac populations. GLS, is validated, reproducible, and easily obtained from 2-dimensional speckle- tracking echocardiography. While there is strong evidence for using GLS in clinical decision- making in non-surgical populations, there is less summarized evidence on using...
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - May 31, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Relationship between ACE-inhibitors, ARBs and SARS-CoV-2 infection: where are we?
Authors: Infusino F, Cimino S, Lombardi M, Mancone M, Cavarretta E, Frati G, Pugliese F, Fedele F, Biondi-Zoccai G
Abstract
SARS-CoV-2 is spreading rapidly all over the world. The case fatality rate seems higher in cardiovascular disease and hypertension. Other comorbidities do not seem to confer the same risk, therefore the understanding of the relationship between infection and cardiovascular system could be a crucial point for the fight against the virus. A great interest is currently directed towards the angiotensin 2 converting enzyme (ACE 2) which is the SARS-CoV-2 receptor and creates important conn...
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - May 31, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
COVID-19 pandemic and cardiovascular disease: where do we stand?
CONCLUSIONS: Further studies are required in order to establish the complicated association between SARS-CoV-2 infection and its effects on the cardiovascular system. Our knowledge regarding diagnostic approaches, therapeutic management and preventive measures is constantly enriched throughout an abundance of ongoing research in the respective fields.
PMID: 32472990 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - May 31, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
2019 novel coronavirus: what is currently known, cardiovascular implications and management.
Authors: Cappannoli L, Scacciavillani R, Iannaccone G, Anastasia G, Di Giusto F, Crea F
Abstract
From first cases reported on December 31, 2019, in Wuhan, Hubei-China, SARS-CoV2 has spread worldwide and finally the World Health Organization declared the pandemic status. We summarize what makes SARS-CoV2 different from previous highly pathogenic coronaviruses and why it is so contagious, with focus on its clinical presentation and diagnosis, which is mandatory to start the appropriate management and reduce the transmission. As far as infection pathophysiology is still not completely clarified, this review f...
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - May 31, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
Echocardiographic assessment of aortic pulse wave velocity as a diagnostic and prognostic parameter for left ventricular diastolic dysfunction.
Authors: Bosso G, De Luca M, Oliviero U
PMID: 32472992 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica)
Source: Minerva Cardioangiologica - May 31, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Minerva Cardioangiol Source Type: research
