Diverse Physical Health Outcomes and HIV Infection
Results from an umbrella review of observational studies showed highly suggestive or suggestive evidence for HIV and the presence of several physical health outcomes.
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1970 to 2010 Saw Large Jump in Hypertension During Pregnancy
Overall prevalence of chronic hypertension 0.63%; rate more than twofold higher for black women.
ESC Guidelines Updated for Managing CVD in Diabetes
Guidelines address lifestyle recommendations, individualized BP targets, SGLT2 inhibitor, GLP1-RA treatment.
Poor HIV Control Increases Risk for Sudden Cardiac Death in Heart Failure
Lower CD4 count, nonsuppressed viral load linked to higher risk for sudden cardiac death in HIV with heart failure.
Fixed-Dose Combination Polypill Effectively Prevents Major CV Events
A fixed-dose combination pill may be an effective component of a preventive strategy to reduce cardiovascular disease.
Midlife Hypertension Tied to Changes in Late-Life Brain Structure
Investigators studied the effects of midlife high or increasing blood pressure on late-life brain structure.
Intensifying BP Meds at Hospital Discharge May Harm Elderly
Risk for readmissions and adverse effects higher, no long-term benefit for BP control or cardiac risk.
HCV, HIV Association With Peripheral Artery Disease Examined
Investigators analyzed the relationship between HIV, hepatitis C virus, and peripheral artery disease in women.
Intensive BP Therapy Not Beneficial in Nursing Home Residents
Findings seen among long-term nursing home residents with, without cognitive impairment.
AHA Releases Statement on Perfusion Assessment in Critical Limb Ischemia
This scientific statement released by the American Heart Association covers noninvasive assessment of limb perfusion, including limitations associated with currently available technology.
Midlife to Late-Life Hypertension May Predict Dementia Development
In a large population-based study, individuals with sustained hypertension in midlife to late life had a 49% increased risk of subsequent dementia compared with those who remained normotensive.
NSAIDs Contribute to Increased CVD Risk in Osteoarthritis
Considerable proportion of increased CHF, IHD, and stroke risk mediated by NSAID use.
What Is the Ideal Blood Pressure Target for Secondary Stroke Prevention?
This updated meta-analysis supports a target BP of less than 130/80 for secondary stroke prevention.
BP, Waist Circumference, Lipids Should Be Measured Regularly
Lifestyle management should be priority for prevention of ASCVD, T2DM in patients at metabolic risk.
New ACC/AHA Guidelines Detect More Cases of Gestational Hypertension
Applying new hypertension guidelines to pregnant women increased prevalence of high blood pressure.
Similar Quality of Cardiac Care Provided by Advanced Practice Providers, Physicians
Researchers sought to compare the quality of care provided by advanced practice providers with cardiologists for patients in a post-percutaneous coronary intervention setting.
Excess Risk for Diabetes-Linked Heart Failure Greater in Women
Women with type 1, type 2 diabetes have greater excess risk for heart failure vs men.
Association Between Proton Pump Inhibitor Use and Mortality Among US Veterans
Researchers sought to investigate the association between proton pump inhibitor use and cause-specific mortality in US Veterans.
Liver Disease History Does Not Alter Efficacy and Safety of Edoxaban in AF
A history of mild liver disease is associated with a higher risk for bleeding during anticoagulation therapy but does not change the relative efficacy and safety of edoxaban compared with warfarin in patients with atrial fibrillation.
CVD Risk Up in Later Life for Young Adults With High LDL or Hypertension
Young adult LDL ≥100 mg/dL tied to 64% increased risk for CHD, independent of later levels.
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