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Over 2 years of follow-up, atrial shunting in patients with HFpEF and HFmrEF led to reverse remodeling of left-sided chambers and increases in volume of right-sided chambers but no change in RV systolic function compared with sham. https://ja.ma/4edLG1n

Ventricular septal defect complicating acute myocardial infarction: Dx and Mx: @ESC_Journals @thiele_holger 🥸In 2021, we wrote this @AHAScience statement with @seanvandiepen @DrMauricioCohen: https://lnkd.in/eDexXwwF 😱 This is a nice follow-up statement on VSD 🥸Summary 👇 https://lnkd.in/e6Q8pKqZ

Did you know people with atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart condition, have a significantly higher risk of stroke? To help AFib patients reduce their risk, a device can be implanted, greatly reducing the risk of clots and possibly reducing the need for blood thinners. To learn more visit https://bit.ly/4bRwQeo.

🚨 Case Study: Diagnosing and Managing WPW Syndrome 🚨 A male patient presented to the ER with sudden onset syncope and a raised heart rate. 📉 ECG Interpretation: The patient had a narrow complex tachycardia, suggestive of orthodromic WPW syndrome (Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome). Management Approach: 1️⃣ First-line: Perform vagal maneuvers. 2️⃣ If unsuccessful, administer IV adenosine. 3️⃣ If adenosine fails, consider beta blockers or procainamide. Important Note: If associated with Atrial Fibrillation (AF): Avoid beta blockers and calcium channel blockers (CCBs), as they can worsen conduction through the accessory pathway. WPW syndrome requires a quick and systematic approach to prevent complications. Accurate diagnosis and appropriate management can make a critical difference. Hashtags: #WPWSyndrome #Cardiology #ECGInterpretation #EmergencyMedicine #Syncope #Tachycardia #MedicalEducation #PatientCare

In patients with heart failure, orthostatic hypotension 3 minutes after active standing may indicate poor long-term outcomes. https://brnw.ch/21wHnxy

This is a rare case of RV hypoplasia in a dog. Right ventricle hypoplasia (RVH) is a rare congenital heart disease (CHD). There have been reported isolated cases, therefore the prevalence couldn’t be determined yet. Based on scientific publications, this affliction has a prevalence lower than the occurrence of left ventricle (LV) hypoplasia (1:100 000) in human medicine. This patient had also significant VSD and LVOT obstruction. We did a bubble study from multiple views to confirm complete absence of apical portion of the right ventricle. #RareHeartCondition #Echocardiogram #Cardiology #HeartHealth  #MedicalDiagnosis #CardiacCare #MedicalImaging #HealthcareProfessionals  #CardiacDiagnostics  #Echocardiography #HeartConditionDiagnosis #RareDiseaseAwareness

This study evaluates the mid-term outcomes of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) in patients with refractory postcardiotomy cardiogenic shock, identifying factors like preoperative EuroSCORE II, renal function, cardiopulmonary bypass duration, and lactate levels as predictors of mortality. Survival rates and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) #CardiocirculatoryFailure #ExtracorporealLifeSupport #HealthRelatedQualityofLife #PostcardiotomyCardiogenicShock

Underutilization of GDMT is a global health crisis. We need to breakdown traditional barriers to make sure all patients have access to lifesaving GDMT in a rapid fashion. As physicians, we need to take the lead in referring patients to HF clinics, pharmacy programs and industry partners that are specifically designed to facilitate GDMT titration. Being territorial with our patients is a legacy way of practicing medicine and leads to shorter lives, more symptoms and higher costs. #GDMTpartnerships #HFoutcomes #ventriclehealth Anita Kelkar MD, MPH Greg Egnaczyk Marat Fudim Georges Chahoud, MD, FACC, FAHA, FHFSA, FASE Sean O'Donnell Jason Kemmer Eric Prince

This study evaluates the mid-term outcomes of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) in patients with refractory postcardiotomy cardiogenic shock, identifying factors like preoperative EuroSCORE II, renal function, cardiopulmonary bypass duration, and lactate levels as predictors of mortality. Survival rates and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) #CardiocirculatoryFailure #ExtracorporealLifeSupport #HealthRelatedQualityofLife #PostcardiotomyCardiogenicShock

Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of heart arrhythmia, affecting nearly 1% of the population under age 60 and more than 6% of people over 80. In the USA alone, it is estimated that 2.2 million people have paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation. Review the causes and the risks of atrial fibrillation and the types of treatments for this condition in this #ClinicalView white paper. #PatientMonitoring