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Cardiovascular disease risk assessment in HIV: navigating data-sparse zones
Persons with HIV are surviving longer than ever before due to effective antiretroviral therapy (ART) and are increasingly at risk for chronic, non-communicable diseases.1–3 Data from large cohorts in North America and Europe have demonstrated that HIV-infected persons have roughly 50% greater risks for myocardial infarction (MI) than uninfected persons, as well as greater risks for other cardiovascular diseases such as heart failure and stroke.4 5 These elevated risks for MI persist even after accounting for cardiovascular risk factors and ART regimens and are thought to result from HIV-associated inflammation, immun...
Source: Heart - July 10, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Feinstein, M. J. Tags: Drugs: cardiovascular system, Acute coronary syndromes Editorials Source Type: research

Significance of apical cavity obliteration in apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Conclusions The ratio of obliteration to cavity could provide useful information to predict the occurrence of adverse events in apical HCM.
Source: Heart - July 10, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Kim, H., Park, J.-H., Won, K.-B., Yoon, H.-J., Park, H.-S., Cho, Y.-K., Nam, C.-W., Han, S., Hur, S.-H., Kim, Y.-N., Kim, K.-B. Tags: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, Drugs: cardiovascular system, Hypertension, Epidemiology Heart failure and cardiomyopathies Source Type: research

Global longitudinal strain is associated with heart failure outcomes in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Conclusions In patients with HCM, reduced GLS is an independent factor associated with poor cardiac outcomes, and particularly HF outcomes.
Source: Heart - April 24, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Reant, P., Mirabel, M., Lloyd, G., Peyrou, J., Lopez Ayala, J.-M., Dickie, S., Bulluck, H., Captur, G., Rosmini, S., Guttmann, O., Demetrescu, C., Pantazis, A., Tome-Esteban, M., Moon, J. C., Lafitte, S., McKenna, W. J. Tags: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, Drugs: cardiovascular system, Echocardiography, Clinical diagnostic tests Heart failure and cardiomyopathies Source Type: research

Prolonged PR interval, first-degree heart block and adverse cardiovascular outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Conclusions Data from observational studies suggests a possible association between prolonged PR interval and significant increases in atrial fibrillation, heart failure and mortality. Future prospective studies are needed to confirm the relationships reported, consider possible mechanisms and define the optimal monitoring strategy for such patients.
Source: Heart - April 11, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Kwok, C. S., Rashid, M., Beynon, R., Barker, D., Patwala, A., Morley-Davies, A., Satchithananda, D., Nolan, J., Myint, P. K., Buchan, I., Loke, Y. K., Mamas, M. A. Tags: Bradyarrhythmias and heart block, Drugs: cardiovascular system, Acute coronary syndromes, Epidemiology Arrhythmias and sudden death Source Type: research

Newly diagnosed rheumatic heart disease among indigenous populations in the Pacific
Conclusions Newly diagnosed RHD is associated with poor outcomes, mainly in patients with moderate or severe valve disease and no secondary prophylaxis.
Source: Heart - November 12, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Mirabel, M., Tafflet, M., Noël, B., Parks, T., Axler, O., Robert, J., Nadra, M., Phelippeau, G., Descloux, E., Cazorla, C., Missotte, I., Gervolino, S., Barguil, Y., Rouchon, B., Laumond, S., Jubeau, T., Braunstein, C., Empana, J.-P., Marijon, E., Tags: Open access, Drugs: cardiovascular system, Echocardiography, Clinical diagnostic tests Valvular heart disease Source Type: research

The key role of the RV in the pathogenesis of acute pulmonary oedema
Dear Editor, The article entitled ‘The pathophysiology of hypertensive acute heart failure’1 provides an excellent contemporary review of mechanisms involved in the development of acute pulmonary oedema (APO). We wish to highlight the potential important role of the RV in the pathogenesis of APO.2 APO is often thought to result from backward pressure where a disease of the LV causes the LV end-diastolic pressure (LVEDP) to rise, resulting in elevated pulmonary venous pressure and, hence, pulmonary capillary hydrostatic pressure. However, an increase in a given pressure can only occur if pressure energy is added...
Source: Heart - November 12, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: MacIver, D. H., Clark, A. L. Tags: PostScript Source Type: research

Heartbeat: Highlights from this issue
Prevention of atrial fibrillation (AF) would positively impact global health by decreasing stroke, heart failure and cardiovascular mortality, as well as by improving quality of life for many patients. Older age, hypertension, and obesity are associated with an increased risk of AF in patients without underlying valvular heart disease, heart failure or coronary disease. However, the effects of chronic exercise on AF risk are controversial. Studies in men suggest a lower risk of AF in older men engaging in moderate physical activity, but a higher risk of future AF in younger men engaged in frequent, long-term, intense level...
Source: Heart - September 25, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Otto, C. M. Tags: Drugs: cardiovascular system, Hypertension, Clinical diagnostic tests, Epidemiology Heartbeat Source Type: research

Heartbeat: Focus on atrial fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation is very common; the estimated prevalence increases with age from about 0.1% in adults under age 55 years to 9% of those 80 years of age or older. AF is associated with a reduced quality of life due to the irregular heart rate and reduction in cardiac output. More importantly, AF is associated with an increased risk of thromboembolic events, with an annual stroke risk ranging from as low as <1% in patients with isolated AF to as high as 12% depending on additive risk factors including age over 75 years, female sex, diabetes, hypertension, heart failure, vascular disease or a prior stroke. Stroke risk ...
Source: Heart - May 12, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Otto, C. M. Tags: Congenital heart disease, Drugs: cardiovascular system, Echocardiography, Hypertension, Clinical diagnostic tests, Epidemiology Heartbeat Source Type: research

Not all thromboembolism comes from the left atrial appendage in atrial fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (AF) confers a substantial risk of stroke and thromboembolism, which is effectively reduced by oral anticoagulation (OAC), whether as a vitamin K antagonist (VKA, eg, warfarin) or one of non-VKA oral anticoagulants (NOACs). With the use of OACs, the risk of bleeding remains a problem associated with these agents. Thus, a clinical dilemma remains in the optimal management of patients with AF who are at high risk of stroke but have a history of bleeding. Among patients with non-valvular AF, over 90% of the thrombus is formed in the left atrial appendage (LAA).1 Thus, the exclusion of LAA could greatly dec...
Source: Heart - May 12, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Senoo, K., Lip, G. Y. H. Tags: Drugs: cardiovascular system, Heart failure, Hypertension, Epidemiology Editorials Source Type: research

What can rhythm control therapy contribute to prognosis in atrial fibrillation?
This article addresses important aspects of rhythm control strategies, which may have the potential of a beneficial contribution to the prognosis of AF patients.
Source: Heart - May 12, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Rolf, S., Kornej, J., Dagres, N., Hindricks, G. Tags: Review articles Reviews Source Type: research

Prognosis of silent atrial fibrillation after acute myocardial infarction at 1-year follow-up
Conclusions Our large prospective study showed for the first time that silent AF is associated with worse 1-year prognosis after AMI. Systematic screening and specific management should be investigated in order to improve outcomes of patients after AMI.
Source: Heart - May 12, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Stamboul, K., Zeller, M., Fauchier, L., Gudjoncik, A., Buffet, P., Garnier, F., Guenancia, C., Lorgis, L., Beer, J. C., Touzery, C., Cottin, Y. Tags: Drugs: cardiovascular system, Acute coronary syndromes, Epidemiology, Tobacco use Coronary artery disease Source Type: research

Two-year clinical outcome from the Iberian registry patients after left atrial appendage closure
Conclusions LAA closure with an occlusion device in patients contraindicated for oral anticoagulants is a therapeutic option associated with fewer thromboembolic and haemorrhagic events than expected from risk scores, particularly in the second year postimplantation.
Source: Heart - May 12, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Minguez, J. R. L., Asensio, J. M. N., Gragera, J. E., Costa, M., Gonzalez, I. C., de Carlos, F. G., Diaz, J. A. F., Yuste, V. M., Gonzalez, R. M., Dominguez-Franco, A., Buendia, A. B., Garibi, J. H., Hernandez, F. H., Ribeiro, V. G. Tags: Congenital heart disease in adult patients, Editor's choice, Drugs: cardiovascular system, Heart failure, Hypertension, Epidemiology Arrhythmias and sudden death Source Type: research

Heart rate is associated with progression of atrial fibrillation, independent of rhythm
Conclusions Within 1.5 years, almost a quarter of the patients with paroxysmal or persistent AF progress to a more sustained form. Progression is strongly associated with heart rate, and age.
Source: Heart - May 12, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Holmqvist, F., Kim, S., Steinberg, B. A., Reiffel, J. A., Mahaffey, K. W., Gersh, B. J., Fonarow, G. C., Naccarelli, G. V., Chang, P., Freeman, J. V., Kowey, P. R., Thomas, L., Peterson, E. D., Piccini, J. P., on behalf of the ORBIT-AF Investigators Tags: Open access, Drugs: cardiovascular system Arrhythmias and sudden death Source Type: research

Basic science behind the cardiovascular benefits of exercise
Cardiorespiratory fitness is a strong predictor of cardiovascular (CV) disease and all-cause mortality, with increases in cardiorespiratory fitness associated with corresponding decreases in CV disease risk. The effects of exercise upon the myocardium and vascular system are dependent upon the frequency, intensity and duration of the exercise itself. Following a prolonged period (≥6 months) of regular intensive exercise in previously untrained individuals, resting and submaximal exercising heart rates are typically 5–20 beats lower, with an increase in stroke volume of ~20% and enhanced myocardial contractili...
Source: Heart - April 24, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Wilson, M. G., Ellison, G. M., Cable, N. T. Tags: Review articles Reviews Source Type: research