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EVAR vs Aneurysm Activity; Carotid Stenosis Inaccuracy; More PAP in Heart Failure?

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

May 16, 2023
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Dementia Risk and Diet Investigated

Analysis probes multiple studies about the MIND diet approach

May 03, 2023
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Common Sedative vs Afib; Fishbone Pierces Heart; Oral PCSK9 Inhibitor

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

May 02, 2023
Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.
Cognitive Testing Flags COPD Patients Unable to Maintain Proper Inhaler Technique

Lower MoCA scores associated with improper inhaler use despite face-to-face training

Apr 28, 2023
A photo of a young female physician watching her senior male patient use an inhaler
Pre-CABG Statins a Dud; Peak Home BP; Patch vs Multi-Electrode Rhythm Monitors

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

Apr 25, 2023
Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.
Test Predicts Transition From Normal to Impaired Cognition

Sensitive, simple test detects subtle deficit at its earliest stage

Apr 19, 2023
A photo of a senior man performing a memory test while sitting across a desk from a male physician.
RF Ablation or Drugs for Afib: Choice May Matter for Cognitive Outcomes

New study suggests one does a better job of protecting the brain

Apr 18, 2023
A photo of a male cardiac surgeon performing catheter ablation on a patient with atrial fibrillation
Electric Vehicle Chargers & CIEDs; Deadly Fistulas After Afib Ablation; Bony Strokes

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

Apr 18, 2023
Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.
'Relaxed' A1c OK for Mitigating Dementia Risk in Older Diabetes Patients

Keeping most readings under 9% avoided elevated dementia risk

Apr 17, 2023
A photo of a mature man checking his blood sugar.
Leadless Pacemakers in Kids; LVEF Measured by AI; Prosthetic Valve Endocarditis Up

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

Apr 11, 2023
Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.
Dementia Risk May Rise as Air Quality Worsens

Findings highlight the importance of limiting particulate matter pollution

Apr 05, 2023
 A photo of smokestacks belching dark smoke against a cloudy sky.
Opinion
Are Your Patients Aware That Hearing Loss May Affect the Brain?

Patients of all ages need to be better informed of the risks and interventions available

Apr 04, 2023
A photo of a female physician discussing a hearing aid with her senior male patient.
What Drives Alzheimer's in Women?

Tau levels higher when hormone therapy starts more than 5 years after menopause onset

Apr 03, 2023
PET scans of a normal brain, a brain with mild cognitive impairment and a brain with Alzheimer’s disease.
Coffee and Heart Function; Ionizing Radiation and CVD

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Mar 25, 2023
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