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A comparative study of thoracoscopic left atrial appendage clipping versus stapled resection
CONCLUSIONS: The clipping group demonstrated a higher rate of complete LAA closure compared to the stapled resection group. Close monitoring of patients with residual LAA stumps is essential. Further research with larger cohorts is needed to elucidate impact of residual LAA stump on thromboembolic events.PMID:37734642 | DOI:10.1016/j.athoracsur.2023.09.010
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - September 21, 2023 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Suk Kyung Lim Chu Hyun Kim Ki Hong Choi Joong Hyun Ahn Young Keun On Sung Mok Kim Dong Seop Jeong Source Type: research

Primary Aldosteronism
Am Fam Physician. 2023 Sep;108(3):273-277.ABSTRACTPrimary aldosteronism is the underlying cause of hypertension in primary care settings in approximately 6% of cases, and it is even more common in patients with resistant hypertension. However, it is estimated that only about 2% of patients who have risk factors for primary aldosteronism have been formally tested or diagnosed. The first step in the diagnosis of primary aldosteronism is case detection and involves testing patients who are at risk, including individuals with resistant hypertension, as well as those with well-controlled hypertension and a first-degree relative...
Source: American Family Physician - September 19, 2023 Category: Primary Care Authors: Keith B Quencer J B Rugge Olga Senashova Source Type: research

Development and validation of a nomogram for the risk prediction of malignant cerebral edema after acute large hemispheric infarction involving the anterior circulation
ConclusionOur nomogram based on LASSO-logistic regression is accurate and useful for the early prediction of MCE after LHI. This model can serve as a precise and practical tool for clinical decision-making in patients with LHI who may require aggressive therapeutic approaches.
Source: Frontiers in Neurology - September 14, 2023 Category: Neurology Source Type: research

Hypoattenuation Thickening on CT Prognostic After Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 13, 2023 -- For patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO), high-grade hypoattenuation thickening (HAT) at follow-up computed tomography (CT) is associated with higher stroke risk, according...
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - September 13, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Direct current cardioversion practices following percutaneous left atrial appendage closure
DiscussionThere is a widely varied practice pattern of TEE, CCTA, and OAC use with DCCV after LAAC, with a 6% rate of LAT/DRT. LAA imaging before DCCV appears prudent in all cases, especially within 1 year of LAAC, to assess for device position, PDL, and LAT/DRT.
Source: Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology - July 26, 2023 Category: Cardiology Authors: Sapan Bhuta, Adnan Shaaban, Nkongho C. Binda, James Antaki, Ralph S. Augostini, Steven J. Kalbfleisch, Salvatore J. Savona, Toshimasa Okabe, Mahmoud Houmsse, Muhammad R. Afzal, Emile G. Daoud, John D. Hummel Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The Association of the Spatial Location of Contrast Extravasation with Symptomatic Intracranial Hemorrhage after Endovascular Therapy in Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients
Conclusion The spatial location of CE on NCCT immediately after EVT was an independent and strong risk factor for sICH in acute ischemic stroke patients.PMID:37488759 | DOI:10.2174/1567202620666230721101413
Source: Current Neurovascular Research - July 25, 2023 Category: Neurology Authors: Chen Gong You Wang Jinxian Yuan Jie Zhang Shuyu Jiang Tao Xu Yangmei Chen Source Type: research

On Hoofs and Zebras – Struma Ovarii
A 75-year-old mother of ten suffering from a urinary tract infection developed macrohematuria and therefore an abdominal ultrasound was performed, followed by a CT scan when an unexpected large pelvic mass was discovered. Past history included hypertension, paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, and remote history of minor stroke (on candesartan, dabigatran, bisoprolol); bilateral chronic lymphedema; and hysterectomy due to prolapse at the age of 40. Imaging revealed nephrolithiasis and a prominent left adnexal mass suspected as ovarian cancer.
Source: The American Journal of Medicine - July 20, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: Ami Schattner, Ina Dubin, Livnat Uliel, Daniela Dick-Necula Tags: Clinical Communication to the Editor Source Type: research

Improving door-to-reperfusion time in acute ischemic stroke during the COVID-19 pandemic: experience from a public comprehensive stroke center in Brazil
ConclusionAcute stroke care continued to be a priority despite the COVID-19 pandemic. The implementation of a thrombolytic bolus and the start of continuous infusion on the CT scan table was the main factor that contributed to the reduction of DNT. Continuous monitoring of service times is essential for improving the quality of the stroke center and achieving better functional outcomes for patients.
Source: Frontiers in Neurology - July 10, 2023 Category: Neurology Source Type: research

Mitral annular calcification as a predictor of stroke in the multiethnic study of atherosclerosis
CONCLUSION: MAC is an independent predictor of long-term stroke risk in a racially diverse population beyond conventional cardiovascular risk factors and atrial fibrillation.PMID:37409651 | DOI:10.2459/JCM.0000000000001524
Source: Atherosclerosis - July 6, 2023 Category: Cardiology Authors: Afiachukwu Onuegbu Francesca Calicchio April Kinninger Rine Nakanishi John J Carr Khurram Nasir Rebecca Gottesman Matthew Budoff Source Type: research