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Breakthrough Promised In Detecting Atherosclerosis
A study led by a team of researchers at Oregon Health & Science University has demonstrated for the first time that molecular imaging with contrast-enhanced ultrasound and targeted microbubbles is effective in detecting at a very early stage inflammatory processes that lead to atherosclerosis. view more (2007-08-21)
New system devised to guide doctors treating patients with symptomatic myocardial bridging
What type of intervention, if any, should cardiologists offer their patients who have a heart abnormality called myocardial bridging and symptoms of heart problems? view more (2008-06-26)
Stem cell study seeks to prevent heart failure
University of Rochester Medical Center researchers today announced the launch of a study that will examine whether transplanted stem cells can be safely used to treat damaged heart muscle in patients just after their first heart attack. view more (2006-01-25)
ESC Congress 2003: Advocating the use of drug-eluting stents in all patients with coronary disease
IMPORTANT: This press release accompanies both a presentation and an ESC press conference given at the ESC Congress 2003. Written by the investigator himself/herself, this press release does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the European Society of Cardiology ESC Congress 2003: Drug-eluting stents - a universal panacea Coronary artery disease... view more... (2003-09-02)
Mayo Clinic researchers find hole in heart does not make stroke inevitable
Mayo Clinic researchers have found that - contrary to current thinking by some in the medical community - a patent foramen ovale (PFO), a small hole between the two upper chambers of the heart, does not predestine an individual to a stroke later in life. view more (2005-12-12)
A simple, noninvasive test measures survival time in adult pulmonary hypertension
Researchers have developed a simple, noninvasive way to measure right ventricular function in the heart to predict survival of adults who suffer from pulmonary hypertension. view more (2006-11-01)
Study calls for 'as soon as possible' treatment standard for heart attack patients
Once in hospital, heart attack patients should be treated without delay to cut their risk of death, ideally within even less than the 90 minutes currently recommended by clinical guidelines. view more (2009-05-20)
Novel candidate biomarker for heart failure also strongly predicts risk of death
A potential new biomarker for heart failure may be more powerful than established measures in identifying patients at increased risk for death from several causes. view more (2007-08-07)
More patients with drug-coated cardiac stents survive, avoid costly follow-up procedures
The more than ten million Americans who've received drug-eluting stents to open their blocked coronary arteries have a bright future, according to new research from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. view more (2008-05-23)
Air pollution damages more than lungs: Heart and blood vessels suffer too
As athletes from around the world compete in the Beijing Olympics, many are on alert for respiratory problems caused by air pollution. They should also be concerned about its toxic effects on the heart and cardiovascular system, mounting research shows. view more (2008-08-14)
Studies to date say erectile dysfunction drugs affect other systems, mostly for the better
Since the Food and Drug Administration gave Viagra® (sildenafil) its approval in 1998, "erectile dysfunction" has become a household term — probably to the chagrin of many parents fielding questions from their kids watching TV. view more (2006-06-16)
ESC Congress 2003: Noninvasive Coronary Imaging
IMPORTANT: This press release accompanies both a presentation and an ESC press conference given at the ESC Congress 2003. Written by the investigator himself/herself, this press release does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the European Society of Cardiology ESC Congress 2003: Picture Perfect - Progress in non-invasive imaging There has been... view more... (2003-09-01)
Misdosing common for powerful anti-clotting drugs
Because of inaccuracies in prescribing, 42 percent of patients rushed to emergency rooms with symptoms of a heart attack received doses of powerful drugs intended stop clotting in coronary arteries outside of the recommended range, a new analysis by Duke Clinical Research Institute (DCRI) cardiologists has found. view more (2005-12-29)
Study explores cause of exercise intolerance in heart failure patients
A new study shows that blood flow to the legs is relatively normal in people with diastolic heart failure, suggesting other potential causes of their inability to do everyday activities. view more (2006-11-20)
Kamchatka Crabs Help Heal Burns
Recoverying from third and fourth degree burns, the most damaging types, is a slow and painful process that inevitably leaves excessive scar tissue. Russian researchers have developed a pharmacological enzyme preparation to accelerate the debridement process and wound healing, which reduces the preparation time for grafting and diminishes... view more... (2003-09-02)
Exercise test may help predict mortality risk in heart failure patients
A simple exercise test may help predict mortality risk in patients with heart failure and help doctors to better tailor treatment strategies, according to new research from Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. view more (2007-05-31)
Clinical psychology is emerging as the key profession in mental health
Proper understanding and treatment of mental ill health are not possible without the knowledge and skills of clinical psychologists. view more (2005-03-21)
X-CELLENT News For BP Management
New trial findings, presented at last week's European Society of Hypertension meeting in Paris, have provided a clearer perspective on optimum treatment of patients with isolated systolic hypertension (ISH). Results from the X-CELLENT study showed that the thiazide-like diuretic indapamide SR offers benefits over both the calcium channel blocker... view more... (2004-06-25)
UK should introduce a no-fault compensation system
It is time for the UK to introduce a no-fault compensation system in dealing with clinical negligence, argues a senior doctor in this week’s BMJ. view more (2003-05-07)
6.5 million more patients might benefit from statins to prevent heart attacks, strokes
Millions more patients could benefit from taking statins, drugs typically used to prevent heart attacks and strokes, than current prescribing guidelines suggest, Johns Hopkins doctors report in a new study. view more (2009-03-19)
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