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Development of Tissue Doppler derived predictors of hemodynamically Significant Patent Ductus Arteriosus and the ability to incorporate it in Targeted Neonatal Echocardiography protocol
ConclusionThis study concludes that septal S’ can be reliably used even by neonatologists for pre-symptomatic detection of HS PDA. This may also indicate the need of adding Tissue Doppler parameters to the standard protocol of Targeted neonatal Echocardiography. (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - November 21, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Fat volume measurements as a predictor of image noise in coronary computed tomography angiography
ConclusionsFat volume measurements of the chest wall can predict CCTA image noise better than other patient-specific predictors, such as BW and BMI. (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - November 18, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Mid-term Results of Transcatheter Closure of Ventricular Septal Defect Using Nit-Occlud ® Lê VSD Coil, Single Center Experience
Publication date: Available online 17 November 2018Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart AssociationAuthor(s): Sahar El Shedoudy, Eman El-Doklah (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - November 18, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Two-dimensional speckle-tracking assessment of left and right ventricular function in rheumatoid arthritis patients with and without disease activity
ConclusionDisease activity in patients with RA is associated with lower left and right ventricular function. Disease activity scores can predict subclinical left and right ventricular dysfunction. (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - November 17, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Collateral Miracle – Reformation of Iliac and Femoral Arteries by Collaterals from Bilateral Subclavian Arteries following Contained Rupture of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm in a Hypertensive Female
Publication date: Available online 5 November 2018Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart AssociationAuthor(s): Saptarshi Paul, Suraj Wasudeo Nagre (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - November 6, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Spectrum of morphological abnormalities and treatment outcomes in ostium secundum type of atrial septal defects: Single center experience in >500 cases
ConclusionTCC offered a success rate of 91% in complex defects after TEE selection. Very large size and deficient inferior, posterior rims predicted failure of TCC. Surgery offered 100% success and it involved a longer hospital and ICU stay. The long-term clinical results were identical with both treatment modalities. (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - October 12, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Factors and barriers associated with physical inactivity among youth in Saudi Arabia
ConclusionPrevalence of physical activity among adolescents in ksa is low and, the sedentary lifestyle is prevalent among this young group the majority of Saudi population are children and adolescent. And they represent more than half of the population in ksa. So, our top priority is prevention of diseases related to inactivity and interfere at young age. (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - October 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Editorial Board
Publication date: October 2018Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association, Volume 30, Issue 4Author(s): (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - October 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Table of Contents
Publication date: October 2018Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association, Volume 30, Issue 4Author(s): (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - October 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Association between Social Jetlag and glycemic control in diabetic patients at King Saud University Medical City
ConclusionWe suggest future studies to have a more precise estimation of sleep duration and Social Jetlag and focusing on Social Jetlag and its related problems. (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - October 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Echo after Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) in Medina Cardiac Centre
ConclusionSignificant improvement of LA mechanical parameters assessed by STE reflects improvement of LA remodeling and recovery of LV diastolic function post TAVI. (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - October 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) quality
ConclusionThe use of 256-raw CCTA and the determination of the acquisition protocol based on the assessment of the non-enhanced CT scan, prompts better image quality and a significant radiation exposure reduction. We recommend performing this analysis to guide the selection of the CCTA scan protocol. (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - October 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Visual versus fully automated assessment of left ventricular ejection fraction
ConclusionThe two-dimensional echocardiographic methods using Biplane Auto-EF or visual assessment were significantly comparable, whereas M-mode results in an overestimation of the LV ejection fraction. (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - October 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Circannual variations in the international normalized ratio (INR) among mechanical heart valve surgery patients on life-long warfarin
ConclusionTo the best of our knowledge. This is the first study in the Middle-East extending European and North-American data on circannual changes in INR. Our results confirm the existence of such a rhythm; however the mechanism is unknown. Our findings recognize winter as a challenging season for maintaining optimum anti-coagulation, possibly requiring higher number of outpatient visits and INR determinations, with implications for health care costs. (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - October 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Impact of ARNI (angiotensin receptor neprilysin inhibitor) on functional status of patients with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction (HFREF)
ConclusionARNI was tolerated in 88% of patients when switched from ACEI/ARB and was associated with significant improvement in NYHA class in 68% of patients. (Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association)
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - October 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research