ACS and Related Conditions

Cardiovascular Outcomes in Nonagenarians: “Better than Expected”

Researchers in Israel examined the prognosis and outcomes of patients at least 90 years of age who were admitted to an intensive coronary care unit, comparing their experiences with those of younger patients.

ACS Spells Post-TAVI Trouble

Using data from more than 44,000 patients, researchers at the University of Pittsburgh examined rates of acute coronary syndrome after transcatheter aortic valve implantation and the outcomes associated with readmissions for ACS.

In ACS, What are the Prognostic Implications of Persistent vs Transient Acute Kidney Injury?

Not much is known about the impact of transient AKI compared with persistent AKI in patients with ACS, but a recent study shed some light on their differences.

Post-PCI Bleeding Predicted by Scores on PRECISE-DAPT and ARC-HBR

PRECISE-DAPT and ARC-HBR have moderate and similar predictive ability in determining in-hospital bleeding risk following PCI independent of gender.

What Role for High-Sensitivity Cardiac Troponin T Level Testing in ACS Patients?

By conducting a secondary analysis of data from IMPROVE-IT, researchers in the U.S. examined the association of serial high-sensitivity cardiac troponin T with subsequent cardiovascular events in patients who were stabilized after acute coronary syndrome.

In Patients Treated for Acute Myocardial Infarction, Care Fragmentation is Associated with Poor Outcomes

A recent study found that care fragmentation increased from 2010 to 2019 and was associated with higher in-hospital mortality, increased length of stay, and increased hospital costs.

For Short-Term LDL Reduction, Low-Dose Statin is More Effective Than Dietary Supplements

Low-dose rosuvastatin is associated with greater reductions in LDL-C and a similar safety profile when compared with supplements among persons with elevated ASCVD risk.

Ischemic Heart Disease and Heart Failure Linked to Salt Shaker Overuse

Using prospective data from the UK, investigators found that people who frequently add salt to foods after cooking have a higher risk of developing ischemic heart disease and heart failure.

In-hospital Cardiac Arrest Survival Continues to Increase. Out-of-hospital Cardiac Arrest, Not So Much

Following an increase during the 2000s, OHCA survival has leveled off in Sweden. Survival from IHCA has increased most dramatically during the past decade, with continued progress expected.

How Effective Is Coronary CTA for Evaluating Chest Pain?

These investigators compared the utility of coronary computed tomographic angiography (CCTA) and noninvasive testing for unexplained chest pain. The findings may lead to more-effective treatments and a better prognosis for patients.

Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancer

When the cancer is cured, clinicians—especially primary care providers—shouldn’t let their guard down, but should instead be aware of, and take seriously, the higher risk of CVD in this now-vulnerable population.

Using the Flu Vaccine to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk?

The results of a recent meta-analysis found that cardiovascular-related mortality among vaccine recipients was lower than those of people who received no flu vaccine.

Types 1 and 2 MI: Getting to Accurate Treatment Strategies

These findings add to our knowledge about T2MI not being a single entity but a heterogeneous group of subtypes with various mechanisms of oxygen supply and demand imbalance.

Cardiac Arrest: Neurologic and Psychiatric Outcomes in Survivors

Investigators in Denmark examined nationwide data to determine the possible downstream effects of cardiac arrest.

Dietary Fiber, Inflammation, and CVD in Older Adults

Understanding the impact of fiber on inflammation and CVD risk reduction could help inform care in this patient population.

In ACS, Lipoprotein(a) May be an Important Indicator

A recent study demonstrates that in patients with ACS, Lp(a) could be a potential therapeutic target for amelioration of long-term cardiovascular outcomes.

In ACS, Using Lesion Characteristics in Risk Stratification

A recent study characterized the prognostic value of adverse geometric characteristics of coronary lesions in predicting future acute coronary syndrome events.

Can This Model Help Certain Heart Patients Avoid an Invasive Procedure?

Using data from the Cleveland Clinic and the University of Pittsburgh, researchers have created and validated a model that can predict a low risk for having high-risk coronary anatomy, a finding which could potentially avoid complications from unnecessary invasive coronary angiography.

Long-Term Prognosis Is Worse for These Heart Patients

A recent analysis of patients hospitalized for acute coronary syndrome (ACS) with a history of nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF) found increased risk of all-cause mortality and secondary cardiovascular events, which persisted for up to 3 years after hospitalization.