OC09_04 Improvement of the Diagnostic Performance of N13-Ammonia PET by Quantifying Coronary Calcium for the Detection of Coronary Artery Disease
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) is the standard technique for assessing myocardial function, myocardial ischemia, and myocardial blood flows (MBF), but provides limited information on the anatomy of cardiac structures, while Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) is a well-validated imaging modality for the assessment of myocardial anatomy and quantification of coronary artery calcium (CAC). CAC is an early marker of atherosclerosis and usually precedes the development of obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD). (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: E.A. Berr íos-Bárcenas, A. Monroy-González, A. Gallardo-Grajeda, M. Estepa-Martinez, E. Flores-Gonzalez, R. Martinez-Tapia, V. Gomez-Johnson, A. Cachicatari, C. Guizar, E. Alexanderson-Rosas Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

OC10_01 Analysis of Small Intramyocardial Vessels of the Heart in Chronic Cocaine Users After Sudden Death
Cocaine produces its stimulating effect by blocking the reuptake od adrenaline , noradrenaline and dopamine by the presynaptic terminals and Thus activating the sympathic nervous system Which prompts two major effects: tachycardia and coronary vasoconstriction . Finally , cocaine blocks sodium channels and HERG potassium channels, and plays a major role Thus in severely impairing the genesis and propagation of the cardiac impulse , giving rise to the arrhythmia associated with cocaine use. (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: D. Sanch éz Quintana, C.A. Feliciano Pereira, S.G. Diaz Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

OC10_02 Impact of Diabetes Mellitus on Patients With Human Immunodeficiency Virus Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: Results From a Large, Single Center Registry
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and diabetes mellitus (DM) are thought to confer unique risks in patients with respect to coronary atherosclerosis, with increased rates of premature myocardial infarctions (MI) observed in these populations. (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: O.A. Meelu, K. Theodoropoulos, M. Mennuni, S. Sartori, U. Baber, R. Mehran, G. Dangas, S. Sharma, A. Kini Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

OC10_04 The Fast Rise of Tavi: Worldwide Trends and Barriers
In 2007 TAVI was launched in Europe to offer a “revolutionary” treatment option to patients who were not eligible for surgical aortic valve replacement (AVR). (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: D. Remigi, Mr Kilian Toal, Mrs Himali Mishra Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

OC10_05 The End of Night Mare, Primary Percutaneous Thrombectomy With Right Guide Coronary Judkins 8 French Catheter to Treat of High Risk Acute Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary embolism is a nightmare in our real world. (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: L.E. Berumen Dominguez, M. Ramirez-Aldaraca, A. Meneses-Bonilla, H. Gutierrez-Leonard Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

OC10_06 Is Optimal Coverage With Secondary Prevention Medicines Cost-Effective Compared to Existing Practice in Western Australia?
This study compares current drug coverage to a hypothetical optimal coverage to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of improved secondary preventive pharmacotherapy for ATD in Western Australia (WA). (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: E. Atkins, C.K. Chow, T. Briffa, E. Geelhoed Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

OC10_07 A Close Correlation of Thrombin Receptor Mediated Platelet Aggregation With Clopidogrel Responses
Thrombin, which binds to protease activated receptor (PAR)-1 or 4 of platelet surface, is a more potent agonist of platelet aggregation than ADP. During the activation of platelets and coagulation cascade, ADP and thrombin are closely interrelated, and potentiate platelet aggregation and thrombus formation each other. (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: S.-J. Joo, J.-H. Choi, S.-Y. Kim, K.-S. Kim Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

OC10_08 Prevalence and Predictors of Right Ventricular Diastolic Dysfunction in Peripartum Cardiomyopathy Patients
Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is an important cause of morbidity and mortality in Northern Nigeria and many other parts of the world. Although right ventricular (RV) systolic dysfunction was found to be common in PPCM, RV diastolic dysfunction (RVDD) and its determinants have not been previously described. (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: K.M. Karaye, K. Lindmark, M. Henein Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

OC11_01 Predictive Value of Frequent Premature Ventricular Complexes During Exercise Testing, on Long-Term Combined Arrhythmia Outcome
Although previous studies have shown that frequent premature ventricular complexes (PVCs) in patients with established heart disease are associated with increased risk of cardiac mortality, the association between PVCs and the incidence of malignant arrhythmias remains unclear. (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: H. Ilarraza-Lomel í, M. Garcia-Saldivia, J. Rojano-Castillo, J. Avilés, M.-D. Rius-Suárez, E. Franco-Ojeda, R. Chávez-Domínguez Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

OC11_02 Meta-Analysis of Efficacy and Safety of New Oral Anticoagulants Compared With Uninterrupted Vitamin K Antagonists in Patients Undergoing Catheter Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation
Anticoagulation in catheter ablation (CA) of atrial fibrillation (AF) is of paramount importance for prevention of thromboembolic (TE) events, and recent studies favor uninterrupted vitamin K antagonists (VKAs). (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: S. Wu, Y.M. Yang Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

OC11_03 Repeated Forms of Premature Ventricular Complexes and Their Mean Coupling Interval Are Predictors of Imminent Ventricular Tachyarrhythmia: Usefulness of Short Term RR Interval Time Series Obtained From Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators
A number of approaches used to predict ventricular tachyarrhythmias (tachycardia VT or fibrillation VF) from the analysis of RR intervals consider only sinus (NN) beats, without taking into account premature ventricular complexes (PVCs). The method known as heartprint, which analyzes PVCs characteristics and their relation to NN intervals, has prognostic value for fatal arrhythmias on long recordings of RR intervals ( > 70,000 beats). (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: M. Martinez Alanis, C. Lerma Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

OC11_04 Antithrombotic Therapy in Relation to Symptoms in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation: Observations From The Gloria-AF Registry Program
Patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AF) at high risk of stroke and cardiovascular events may have few, if any, symptoms. Asymptomatic patients may have an unfavorable prognosis when undertreated. While oral anticoagulation (OAC) is highly effective in preventing stroke in patients with AF, limited data are available on the use of non-Vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) among those who are asymptomatic. (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: G. Lip, M. Huisman, H.-C. Diener, S. Dubner, C. Ma, K. Rothman, J. Healey, N. Schoof, C. Teutsch, J. Halperin Tags: Oral Abstract Source Type: research

PS005 Medicolegal Approach to Cardiovascular Cases Alleged as Malpractice
Globally increasing awareness of rights and legal assistance brings along significant increase in medical malpractice claims of physicans each passing day. Besides, damages as a result of intense working conditions and/or careless and inattentive attitudes of physicans has contributions to decrease of reliance to healthcare system or staff of patients and increase on complains. (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: H. Karpuz Tags: Poster Abstract Source Type: research

PS006 You Snooze You Lose: Long Duration of Sleep, Not Short, is Associated with Long-Term Mortality, Independent of Cardiovascular Risk Factors, Coronary Artery Disease and Inflammation
Extremes in sleep duration ( ≤5 and ≥9 hours a day) have been associated with increased prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, inflammatory biomarkers and worse outcomes. Whether the association between sleep duration and outcomes is independent of traditional CVD risk factors, inflammation and coronary ar tery disease (CAD) severity is unclear. (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: J.H. Kim, S.S. Hayek, M. Awad, H. Ahmed, B. Gray, A. Chaudhry, H. Aida, R. Bhimani, J. Hartsfield, D. Bliwise, A. Quyyumi Tags: Poster Abstract Source Type: research

PS007 Cardiovascular Effects of E-Cigarette Use
Cigarette smoking has detrimental effects on vascular function and hemostasis which cause cardiovascular disease. Therefore the e-cigarette was launched as a healthier alternative and is now marketed globally. However, knowledge of possible health effects is scarce. (Source: CVD Prevention and Control)
Source: CVD Prevention and Control - May 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: M. Lundb äck, L. Antoniewicz, J.A. Bosson Tags: Poster Abstract Source Type: research