“Door-In to Door-Out” Delay in Patients with Acute ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Transferred for Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in a Metropolitan STEMI Network of a Developing Country
Conclusion The DI–DO time reported in this study has not reached the guideline recommendation. To improve the overall performance of primary PCI in the region, interventions aimed at improving the DI–DO time at the initial hospitals and specific threat for women patients with STEMI are possibly the best efforts in improving the total ischemia time. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Abstract | Full text (Source: International Journal of Angiology)
Source: International Journal of Angiology - December 26, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Dakota, Iwan Dharma, Surya Andriantoro, Hananto Firdaus, Isman Danny, Siska Suridanda Zamroni, Dian Radi, Basuni Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
AGE –RAGE Stress in the Pathophysiology of Atrial Fibrillation and Its Treatment
In conclusion, AGE–RAGE axis is involved in the development of AF through atrial structural and electrical remodeling. The treatment modalities for AF should include lowering of AGE, suppression of RAGE, elevation of sRAGE, and use of antioxidants. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Abstract | Full text (Source: International Journal of Angiology)
Source: International Journal of Angiology - December 8, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Prasad, Kailash Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Left Atrial to Femoral Artery Full Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Novel Technique for Descending and Thoracoabdominal Aortic Surgery
We present our initial experience performing DTAA replacement under LA-FA (left-to-left) cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) with an oxygenator. DTAA replacement under LA-FA bypass with an oxygenator was performed in 14 consecutive patients (CPB group). The pulmonary vein and femoral artery (or distal aorta) were cannulated and the full CPB machine were used, including oxygenator, roller pump, pump suckers, and kinetically enhanced drainage. The CPB group was compared with 50 consecutive patients who underwent DTAA replacement utilizing traditional LA-FA bypass without an oxygenator (LA-FA group). Perioperative data were collecte...
Source: International Journal of Angiology - December 8, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Papanikolaou, Dimitra Savio, Chris Zafar, Mohammad A. Freudzon, Leon Wu, Jinlin Abdelbaky, Mohamed Pelletier, Keith J. Buntin, Joelle Faggion Vinholo, Thais Ziganshin, Bulat A. Schwartz, Brian Elefteriades, John A. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Carotid Body Baroreceptor Preservation and Control of Arterial Pressure in Eversion Carotid Endarterectomy
Int J Angiol DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-3400478The technique of the eversion carotid endarterectomy (ECEA), as an alternative to the conventional endarterectomy with primary or patch angioplasty, is an established technique for managing internal carotid artery stenoses and recently its application has been upgraded through the European Society for Vascular Surgery guidelines (Recommendation 55: Class 1, Level A). However, the typical eversion method has been associated with postoperative hypertension due to loss of the baroreceptor reflex; the standard oblique transection at the bulb performed in the eversion endarterectomy inter...
Source: International Journal of Angiology - December 8, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Kotsis, Thomas Christoforou, Panagitsa Nastos, Konstantinos Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Does Heart Valve Team Risk Assessment Predict Outcomes after Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement?
This article aims to compare the utility of the integrated risk assessment to that of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons Predicted Risk of Mortality (STS-PROM) score for predicting patient outcomes after TAVR. A total of 274 patients who underwent TAVR from January 2016 to August 2017 were included in this study. Patients were deemed intermediate or high risk by two surgeons on the Heart Valve Team based on an integrated risk assessment that incorporates the STS-PROM score, fragility measures, end-organ dysfunction, and surgeon evaluation. Patients were also deemed low, intermediate, or high risk based solely on their STS-PR...
Source: International Journal of Angiology - December 8, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Catalano, Michael A. Rutkin, Bruce Kohn, Nina Hartman, Alan Yu, Pey-Jen Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Time-Effect of Donor and Recipient Characteristics on Graft Survival after Kidney Transplantation
Int J Angiol DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1700500The kidney allocation system (KAS) is based on quality-based “longevity matching” strategies that provide only a momentary snapshot of expected outcomes at the time of transplantation. The purpose of our study was to define on a continuous timeline the relative and mutual interactions of donor and recipient characteristics on graft survival.Total 39,108 subjects who underwent kidney transplant between October 25, 1999 and January 1, 2007 were identified in the United Network for Organ Sharing dataset. Our primary outcome was graft survival. Time-dependent receiver operating chara...
Source: International Journal of Angiology - October 31, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Yang, Jingyan Sardo Molmenti, Christine L. Cagliani, Joaquin Datta, Harish Grodstein, Elliot Rasul, Rehana Rilo, Horacio Teperman, Lewis W. Molmenti, Ernesto P. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Erratum to: Combination Therapy in Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension: Gleaning a Practical Approach from the Randomized Trials
Int J Angiol DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1700561 Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Full text (Source: International Journal of Angiology)
Source: International Journal of Angiology - October 30, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Booth, David C. Tags: Erratum Source Type: research
Measurement of Ejection Fraction by Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Echocardiography to Monitor Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiotoxicity
Int J Angiol DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1697921Doxorubicin is a standard treatment option for breast cancer, lymphoma, and leukemia, but its benefits are limited by its potential for cardiotoxicity. The primary objective of this study was to compare cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMRI) versus echocardiography (ECHO) to detect a reduction in left ventricular ejection function, suggestive of doxorubicin cardiotoxicity. We studied eligible patients who were 18 years or older, who had breast cancer or lymphoma, and who were offered treatment with doxorubicin with curative intent dosing of 240 to 300 mg/m2 body surface area bet...
Source: International Journal of Angiology - October 10, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Tak, Tahir Jaekel, Camilla M. Gharacholou, Shahyar M. Dworak, Marshall W. Marshall, Scott A. Tags: Rapid Communication Source Type: research
Author's Rebuttal
Int J Angiol DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1695782 Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Full text (Source: International Journal of Angiology)
Source: International Journal of Angiology - September 20, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Radhakrishnan, Nair George, Deepu Jayakrishnan, Radhakrishnan Sumi, Surendran Kartha, Chandrasekharan Cheranellore Tags: Reply to Letter to the Editor Source Type: research
Comment On “Vein Size and Disease Severity in Chronic Venous Disease” by Radhakrishnan et al
Int J Angiol DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1695781 Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Full text (Source: International Journal of Angiology)
Source: International Journal of Angiology - September 20, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Ozturk, Selcuk Çuğlan, Bilal Turhan, Hasan Yetkin, Ertan Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research
Stroke Complicating Acute ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction —Current Concepts
Int J Angiol DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1695049Myocardial infarction (MI) is one of the leading causes of mortality today both in developed and developing countries alike. Advancement in the pharmacotherapy and revascularization techniques has resulted in drastic improvement in survival. Most of the complications of MI can be managed adequately resulting in reduced mortality from MI in the recent years. However, mortality from stroke following acute MI remains high even today. Here, we discuss the incidence, risk factors, and management of stroke following acute ST elevation MI. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue,...
Source: International Journal of Angiology - September 19, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Bhandari, Monika Vishwakarma, Pravesh Sethi, Rishi Pradhan, Akshyaya Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Medical Therapy for Eisenmenger Syndrome: A Case Report and Review of Literature
We report a case of a 35-year-old female of ostium secundum atrial septal defect with ES, started on upfront combination therapy of ambrisentan and tadalafil who showed marked improvement after 3 months of medical therapy. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Abstract | Full text (Source: International Journal of Angiology)
Source: International Journal of Angiology - September 19, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Pradhan, Akshyaya Vohra, Shweta Vishwakarma, Pravesh Sethi, Rishi Tags: Case Report Source Type: research
Uncommon Coronary Abnormalities in a Patient with Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
Int J Angiol DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1696978A 43-year-old male presented with shortness of breath and palpitations. Physical examination was significant for skin lichenification, an erythematous maculopapular rash with annular plaques, a fissured tongue, and digital clubbing. Electrocardiogram captured a supraventricular tachycardia and right bundle branch block. Left heart catheterization found several proximal left coronary artery branch aneurysms, a right coronary–pulmonary artery fistula, venous–luminal vessels between the right heart chambers and cardiac veins, and thebesian venous lakes. Functional cardiac capacity w...
Source: International Journal of Angiology - September 11, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Valencia, Damian Linares, Juan Das, Sulagna Valencia, Victor Yatsynovich, Yan Tags: Case Report Source Type: research
Fragmented QRS and QRS Duration As a Marker of Myocardial Reperfusion Measured by Myocardial Blush Grade in Reperfusion Therapy: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Int J Angiol DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1694790Myocardial blush grade (MBG) is an indicator of microvascular perfusion and patency and an independent predictor of cardiac outcomes. QRS duration and fragmented QRS (fQRS) before reperfusion and its changes after reperfusion are shown to be associated with MBG. We aimed to assess the latest evidence on the association between fQRS and QRS duration with MBG in reperfusion therapy.We performed a comprehensive search on the association between fQRS and QRS duration in successful/impaired reperfusion measured by MBG.There were a total of 1,311 patients from six studies. A shorter QRS du...
Source: International Journal of Angiology - August 20, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Pranata, Raymond Yonas, Emir Chintya, Veresa Alkatiri, Amir Aziz Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Successful Treatment of Recurrent Thrombosis Associated with Malignancy with Apixaban and Follow-up for 1 Year
Int J Angiol DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1694780This case report aims to highlight a successful example of using novel oral anticoagulants (NOACs), such as apixaban, to prevent recurrent venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients with solid-organ malignancy, as an alternative to low-molecular weight heparin (LMWH). Discussed is the case of a 67-year-old woman diagnosed with recurrent thrombosis in the upper-right limb and malignancy of right breast with metastasis to the axillary lymph nodes. Over a follow-up period of more than 1 year, there was no recurrence of VTE and D-dimer decreased, illuminating the possibility of apixaban ...
Source: International Journal of Angiology - August 6, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Boey, Timothy Sule, Ashita Ashish Sule, Ashish Anil Tags: Case Report Source Type: research
