Geriatrics

Atherosclerosis

More in Atherosclerosis

GLP-1 Agonists Come Out on Top in Cardiovascular Comparison of Newer Diabetes Meds

Serious limitations noted of attempt to compare GLP-1 agonists, SGLT-2 inhibitors, however

May 08, 2023
A photo of a senior man self-injecting diabetes medication in his stomach fat.
Common Diuretic Pauses Atherosclerosis in CKD, T2D

If finerenone isn't available, try spironolactone, said researcher

Apr 15, 2023
NKF over a photo of the Austin Convention Center in Austin, Texas.
Obesity Driven by Genes Less Harmful for the Heart?

Twin study suggests a difference in CVD impact from becoming obese despite "good genes"

Apr 06, 2023
A photo of two adult twin women.
Subclinical Coronary Plaques Still Boost MI Risk

Natural history study lays the groundwork for intervention trials

Mar 28, 2023
A computer rendering of coronary atherosclerosis
No Benefit to Conventional Ultrafiltration During Cardiac Surgery

The technique was not linked to a reduction in postoperative pulmonary complications

Mar 20, 2023
A photo of blood filtration equipment in an intensive care unit.
Statin Users Show LDL Doesn't Come Close to Telling Whole Story of ASCVD

Residual inflammation is important factor of cardiovascular risk

Mar 07, 2023
ACC over a photo of Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Early Promise for PCSK9 Inhibition in Severe COVID-19

Effects observed in inflammation and improved clinical outcomes

Jan 17, 2023
A photo of nurses in full protective gear, caring for a severe COVID patients in the intensive care unit.
EPA Favors Stricter Air Quality Standards

But are proposed limits for particulate matter pollution enough?

Jan 06, 2023
A photo of smog over Orange County, California
Dementia Accompanying Cardiometabolic Disease: Does It Come Down to Genetics?

Twin study suggests special monitoring in some individuals

Dec 29, 2022
A photo of smiling mature twin sisters looking a smartphone.
Opinion
Is Red Meat Consumption Bad for You?

Not on the basis of increased dietary saturated fat, the Skeptical Cardiologist finds

Dec 03, 2022
 A photo steaks and roasts on the shelf in a supermarket.
Importance of HDL Cholesterol Overstated for Black Adults

ASCVD risk prediction may have been led astray all along

Nov 21, 2022
A photo of the printed results of a lipid test.
Study Refutes Heart Health Claims of Dietary Supplements

LDL cholesterol reductions with cinnamon, garlic, and others not on par with statin

Nov 06, 2022
AHA over a heart
TCAR's Huge Growth Outpaces Middling Safety Data

Comparisons against contemporary medical therapy are still lacking

Sep 30, 2022
A computer rendering of a transparent body with the blood vessels of the head and neck highlighted.
Keeping Plavix After Short DAPT: Bleeding Benefit Emerges a Few Years After PCI

Antiplatelet strategy has good results in longer follow-up of SMART-CHOICE trial

Sep 29, 2022
A close up photo of Plavix tablets.
More in Atherosclerosis

Continuing Medical Education