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Abdominal Aortic Atherosclerosis at MR Imaging Is Associated with Cardiovascular Events: The Dallas Heart Study

19.06.20132068

To determine the value of two abdominal aortic atherosclerosis measurements at magnetic resonance (MR) imaging for predicting future cardiovascular events.

Revised ACC/AHA HF guidelines address aldosterone, device use, quality of life

18.06.20132092

The just-released 2013 American College of Cardiology (ACC)/American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines for heart failure present a strong evidence-based approach that covers the spectrum from screening for the disease, through treatments, to discussing end-of-life care.

Blood Pressure and Progression of Brain Atrophy. The SMART-MR Study

17.06.20132206

Studies have shown that both high and low blood pressure (BP) may play a role in the etiology of brain atrophy.

Obstructive sleep apnea may cause sudden cardiac death

13.06.20131945

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may contribute to overall cardiometabolic risk and even cause sudden cardiac death (SCD), according to two recent studies.

Obesity and kidney disease in type 1 and 2 diabetes: an analysis of the National Diabetes Audit

11.06.20132305

Obesity is increasingly prevalent in many countries. Obesity is a major risk factor for the development of type 2 diabetes but its relationship with diabetic kidney disease (DKD) remains unclear.

Statin Use Associated With Musculoskeletal Adverse Events

10.06.20132541

Statin use is associated with an increased risk of musculoskeletal conditions, arthropathies, injuries and pain, according to a new retrospective analysis published June 3 in JAMA Internal Medicine.

Lack of Reduction of Left Ventricular Mass in Treated Hypertension: The Strong Heart Study

07.06.20132298

Hypertensive left ventricular mass (LVM) is expected to decrease during antihypertensive therapy, based on results of clinical trials.