Stroke and Systemic Embolism Risk Is Highest with HFpEF Among Heart Failure Types
Study authors assessed the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with atrial fibrillation and heart failure according to HF types.
All articles by Colby Stong
Risks Associated With New-Onset AF Within 30 Days of AMI
Occurrence of new-onset AF in the month following AMI was found to be associated with elevated risks for death and ischemic stroke.
Focus on Hypertension for American Heart Month: Resources for Clinicians
A number of clinical resources are available to help clinicians provide care and support for their patients with hypertension and encourage them to adopt healthy lifestyles.
Edoxaban for Stroke Prevention in Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation
Edoxaban was found to be superior to placebo for the prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in very elderly Japanese patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation.
Outcomes With Use of Sentinel Cerebral Protection System in TAVR
The Sentinel cerebral protection system was associated with a lower incidence of ischemic stroke and in-hospital mortality in patients undergoing TAVR.
High Triglyceride Level Found to Be Associated With Cardiovascular Events in Type 2 Diabetes With CAD
Elevated triglyceride levels were found to be independently associated with adverse cardiovascular outcomes in patients with type 2 diabetes and coronary artery disease.
New Guidelines: Opioids for Chronic Pain in the VA Health System
The VA and DoD issue a clinical practice guideline regarding opioid therapy for chronic pain in veterans.
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