AHA: Cannabis May Have Adverse Cardiovascular Effects
Cannabis seems not to be associated with cardiovascular benefits but has adverse cardiovascular effects.
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Cholesterol Monitoring Rates Remain Low Despite 2018 Guideline Updates
After lipid monitoring guidelines were updated in 2018 by the AHA/ACC, researchers observed only a modest increase in patients completing lipid panels following statin initiation.
Exposure to Maternal Gestational Diabetes Tied to Higher CVD Risk
Intrauterine exposure to maternal gestational diabetes is associated with an increased cardiovascular disease risk and risk factors in offspring up to age 35 years.
Continued Antihypertensive Medication in COVID-19 Lowers Morbidity and Mortality
Researchers conducted a prospective study to analyze the relationship between continued angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEi) or angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) use in the hospital and better clinical outcomes (ICU admission, morbidity, mortality).
Appropriate Intervention in Patients With Heart Failure May Improve Self-Care
Researchers sought to identify the importance of providing an effective, appropriate self-care intervention to heart failure patients especially if they have depressive symptoms.
Workplace Exposure to Toxic Substances Found to Be Associated With Abnormal Cardiac Structure and Function
Occupational exposures may be associated with abnormal echocardiographic measures of cardiac function and structure.
Diabetes, CVD, and Mood Disorders Are Highly Prevalent in Patients With Palmoplantar Plaque Psoriasis
The relationship of palmoplantar plaque psoriasis and comorbidities known to be associated with generalized plaque psoriasis were examined.
AHA Issues Statement on Drug-Induced Arrhythmias
The objective of the statement was to review and discuss medications that may cause or exacerbate arrhythmias.
Cardiovascular Health Tied to Lower Risk for Eye Diseases
Researchers evaluated the relationship between American Heart Association Life’s Simple 7 metrics and occurence of ocular diseases.
ESC Updates Guidelines for Adult Congenital Heart Disease
In 2020 European Society of Cardiology guidelines, updated recommendations are presented for the care of adult patients with congenital heart disease.
Snoring Predicts Risk of Cerebral Events in Patients With OSA and CVD
Snoring is associated with increased risk of cerebral events in patients with obstructive sleep apnea and established cardiovascular disease.
Self-Measured Blood Pressure Monitoring: An AHA/AMA Policy Statement
Self-measured BP monitoring at home may be a cost-effective way to improve the diagnosis and management of patients with hypertension.
Higher Triglyceride Levels Linked to Adverse Cardiovascular Outcomes
Researchers sought to determine whether triglyceride levels were independently associated with cardiovascular disease among patients with coronary artery disease and type 2 diabetes.
![The most frequent cardiovascular manifestations of AS are aortic insufficiency and conduction disorders.[2] Up to 20% of patients with AS have conduction disorders, of which atrioventricular block is the most common.[5,6] Compared with the general population, patients with AS have a 30% to 50% increase in the risk of acute coronary syndromes, deep venous thromboembolism, pulmonary embolism, or stroke.[8] They also have a 25% to 60% greater risk of ischemic heart disease, congestive heart failure, and valvular heart disease.[9] Heart failure may occur secondary to mitral insufficiency.[2] Aortic dissection, which is a rare but frequently fatal complication of aortic insufficiency, has also been observed in patients with AS.[2] Other potential cardiovascular complications include left ventricular diastolic dysfunction, pericarditis, myocardial disease, peripheral vascular disease, and hypertension.[2,3,5]](https://owqo93fpiuc4633lp1zthz57-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2020/08/thinkstockphotos474641458101_1032729.jpg)
Prasugrel Dose Adapted to Age, Weight Found Efficacious for Acute Coronary Syndrome
A reduced dose of prasugrel compared with the standard dose of ticagrelor was associated with maintained anti-ischemic efficacy and safety in elderly or low-weight patients with acute coronary syndrome.
Chronic Maternal Hypertension Increases Risk for Pediatric Morbidity, Obesity
Offspring of women with chronic hypertension were twice as likely to be hospitalized for an endocrine-related issue by the age of 18.
Almost 1 in 3 Black Young Adults in US Have Hypertension
Nearly 1 in 3 young non-Hispanic Black adults and about 1 in 5 young Mexican-American and non-Hispanic White adults have hypertension.
Screening and Diagnosis of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms
Abdominal aortic aneurysms are likely to be encountered in the primary care setting, making appropriate diagnosis and management indispensable.
Assessing Safety of Aspirin in High-Risk Patients With Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease
Researchers sought to examine the safety of aspirin as a primary prevention method for atherosclerotic cardiovascular events in high-risk patients.
Risk for Cardiovascular Disease Up for Women With PCOS
Researchers analyzed data from 60,574 women to examine the risk of CVD associated with PCOS across the life span.
Sleep Duration Increased, Myocardial Infarction Reduced During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The rates of myocardial infarction were found to decline during the COVID-19 pandemic, which also saw increases in sleep duration.
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