Serum ferritin levels are associated with arterial stiffness in healthy Korean adults
In conclusion, serum ferritin levels are independently associated with arterial stiffness in healthy Korean adults. (Source: Vascular Medicine)
Source: Vascular Medicine - July 24, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Ha, J. Y., Kim, M. K., Kang, S., Nam, J. S., Ahn, C. W., Kim, K. R., Park, J. S. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Feed-forward active contour analysis for improved brachial artery reactivity testing
In conclusion, transverse views using the novel FFAC method provide less inter-observer variability than traditional longitudinal views. Improved reproducibility may allow adoption of FMD testing in a clinical setting. The FFAC algorithm is a robust technique that should be evaluated further for its ability to replace the more limited conventional technique for measurement of FMD. (Source: Vascular Medicine)
Source: Vascular Medicine - July 24, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Pugliese, D. N., Sehgal, C. M., Sultan, L. R., Reamer, C. B., Mohler, E. R. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Membership spotlight
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Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Tags: Society for Vascular Medicine Communication Page Source Type: research
SVM Abstracts
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Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Tags: SVM Abstracts Source Type: research
Vascular specialist response to Medicare Evidence Development Coverage Advisory Committee (MEDCAC) panel on peripheral artery disease of the lower extremities
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Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Shishehbor, M. H., Aronow, H. D., Bartholomew, J. R., Beckman, J. A., Froehlich, J. B., Lookstein, R., Misra, S., Roberts, A. C., Rosenfield, K., Jaff, M. R. Tags: Special Article Source Type: research
Aortic dissection
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Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Salameh, M. J., Ratchford, E. V. Tags: Vascular Disease Patient Information Page Source Type: research
Chronic cough revealing a giant thoraco-abdominal aortic aneurysm
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Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Giumelli, C., Vazzana, N., Bianchi, A., Chesi, G. Tags: Images in Vascular Medicine Source Type: research
Malperfusion syndromes in aortic dissections
Aortic dissection remains a challenging clinical scenario, especially when complicated by peripheral malperfusion. Improvements in medical imaging have furthered understanding of the pathophysiology of malperfusion events in association with aortic dissection, including the elucidation of different mechanisms of branch vessel obstruction. Despite these advances, malperfusion syndrome remains a deadly entity with significant mortality. This review presents the latest knowledge regarding the pathogenesis of aortic dissection complicated by malperfusion syndrome, and discusses the diagnostic and therapeutic guidelines for man...
Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Crawford, T. C., Beaulieu, R. J., Ehlert, B. A., Ratchford, E. V., Black, J. H. Tags: Review Articles Source Type: research
Update in the management of type B aortic dissection
We present a comprehensive review of the recommended management strategy based on current evidence in the literature. (Source: Vascular Medicine)
Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Nauta, F. J., Trimarchi, S., Kamman, A. V., Moll, F. L., van Herwaarden, J. A., Patel, H. J., Figueroa, C. A., Eagle, K. A., Froehlich, J. B. Tags: Review Articles Source Type: research
Advances in the diagnosis of acute aortic syndromes: Role of imaging techniques
Aortic diseases include a wide range of pathological conditions: aortic aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms, acute aortic syndromes, atherosclerotic and inflammatory conditions, genetic diseases and congenital anomalies. Acute aortic syndromes have acute onset and may be life-threatening. They include aortic dissection, intramural haematoma, penetrating aortic ulcer and traumatic aortic injury. Pain is the common denominator to all acute aortic syndromes. Pain occurs regardless of age, gender and other associated clinical conditions. In this review, we deal with the main findings in the clinical setting and the most recent indicati...
Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Ciccone, M. M., Dentamaro, I., Masi, F., Carbonara, S., Ricci, G. Tags: Review Articles Source Type: research
Fenestrated stent grafts for the treatment of complex aortic aneurysm disease: A mature treatment paradigm
The introduction of fenestrated stent grafts (SGs) to treat abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) with short proximal necks began in 1999. Nowadays, the whole visceral aorta can be treated totally by endovascular means. The established use of fenestrated devices to treat complex AAAs as a first-line management option has been previously reported. An up-to-date evaluation of the literature was performed including all types of publications regarding the use of fenestrated technology to repair complex AAAs. Fenestrated repair is now an established alternative to hybrid/chimney/snorkel repairs. However, specific criteria and prere...
Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Georgiadis, G. S., van Herwaarden, J. A., Antoniou, G. A., Giannoukas, A. D., Lazarides, M. K., Moll, F. L. Tags: Review Articles Source Type: research
Impact of sarcopenia on long-term mortality following endovascular aneurysm repair
In conclusion, the presence of sarcopenia on a CT scan is an important predictor of long-term mortality in patients treated for AAA with EVAR. Pending further study, these data suggest that sarcopenia may aid in pre-procedural long-term survival assessment of patients undergoing EVAR. (Source: Vascular Medicine)
Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Hale, A. L., Twomey, K., Ewing, J. A., Langan, E. M., Cull, D. L., Gray, B. H. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Volumetry and biomechanical parameters detected by 3D and 2D ultrasound in patients with and without an abdominal aortic aneurysm
In conclusion, US with 3D properties is non-invasive and has the potential to evaluate volumetry and biomechanical characteristics of AAA. (Source: Vascular Medicine)
Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Batagini, N. C., Ventura, C. A. P., Raghavan, M. L., Chammas, M. C., Tachibana, A., da Silva, E. S. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Coronary artery disease and abdominal aortic aneurysm growth
In conclusion, CAD may be negatively associated with AAA growth. (Source: Vascular Medicine)
Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Takagi, H., Umemoto, T., for the ALICE (All-Literature Investigation of Cardiovascular Evidence) Group Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Epiaortic fat pad area: A novel index for the dimensions of the ascending aorta
In conclusion, both the absolute and indexed diameters of the ascending aorta at the different segments that directly come into contact with the EAFP linearly correlate with the area of the EAFP measured by TTE. (Source: Vascular Medicine)
Source: Vascular Medicine - May 20, 2016 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Toufan, M., Pourafkari, L., Boudagh, S., Nader, N. D. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
